Trident MGT491 all slps (module 1-5)
Module 1 - SLP
STRATEGIC IMPORTANCE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
For the Session Long Project, you need to create your own capstone project that you can study extensively that would turn you into an HR specialist. You've had extensive study in the field of HRM. What is it that you would like to be able to claim to be "expert" at when you've completed your concentration?
SLP Assignment Expectations
· Identify an HR topic that you feel you would like to study in-depth for the SLP (it may or may not be one of the topics covered in this course). Select a paper topic that really focuses in on some aspect of an HR function in the private sector. For example, the topic of compensation is too broad. Instead, you may want to study the role of employee wellness programs in bringing down health insurance costs. This is a focused statement calling for a specific, well-researched response.
· Explain why this aspect of HR is important to the practice of HR and to your own career.
· Describe how you will go about studying this topic bridging the terminology, theory, academic research, and practice in the private sector.
· Turn in this 2- to 3-page paper by the module due date.
Module 2 - SLP
MANAGING GROWTH AND DOWNSIZING
Using the feedback you received on your SLP 1 identifying your personal capstone project, begin to build your readings and Background materials that will support a written text of your project.
Conduct a search of the "literature" that helps frame your expertise in your chosen specialization. Look for trends, practices, organizational examples, textbook like materials, websites, etc. that would enable you to write on this topic establishing your expertise and credibility.
SLP Assignment Expectations
· For SLP 2, you need to turn in an annotated bibliography of at least 20 sources that you have found that would support your paper. You will be using these sources in greater detail for future SLPs.
· For help determining "What is an Annotated Bibliography?" visits Cornell University's site that provides descriptions and a sample of an annotated bibliography.
· Turn in your annotated bibliography by the module due date.
Module 3 - SLP
MANAGING PRODUCTIVITY THROUGH JOB DESIGN AND WORK FLOW
For SLP 3, we'll continue your progress developing your expertise as a specialist in one aspect of human resource management.
In this module, you need to set up the organization of your paper. Therefore, it is important to preview the goal of SLPs 4 and 5 at this time so you can see how the pieces of your project fit together:
In SLP 4, you are going to be asked to submit the introduction to your paper and write Part I: What does theory/academe say about ________________ (insert your topic here)? You might want to read ahead into SLP 4 and 5 to understand your objectives more clearly at this point.
For SLP 5, you are going to be asked to submit Part II: What does practice tell us about this HR activity/function? What types of organizational examples can you submit that help advise you of the practice of HR (specific to your topic)? Part III: Conduct an analysis of similarities and differences between "theory" and "practice". And finally, a conclusion identifying the most important points that a reader of your report (SLP 4 and SLP 5 comprehensively) should take away from the work/research that you've done.
SLP Assignment Expectations
For SLP 3, you need to develop an outline, using your annotated bibliography, of SLP 4 and SLP 5 (which combined would make up a comprehensive report). In your outline, you should identify specific sections of your paper, including the introduction, analysis, and conclusion and any references (using author, year to cite them) you might plan on using as you write.
Thus, for SLP 3, what you are being asked to turn in is an outline of your SLP 4 and 5 papers. Your outline would look something like this:
(TITLE)
I. Introduction
A. Relevance of my topic:
1. the point that you want to make using this article (Smith, 2003)
2. the point that you want to make (Johnson, 2000)
B. Importance of the topic to me
C. How this topic will be meaningful to my future career
II. Background of what this topic is
A. Definition
1. definition (Constance & Frendshue, 1999)
2. definition (Delery & Doty, 1996)
B.
C.
etc.
Turn in this paper by the module due date.
Module 4 - SLP
INTERNATIONAL HRM
Continuing with your SLP that is focused on your individual "specialization" within the field of HR, you'll begin the actual writing of your paper in this module, and conclude the paper in SLP 5.
SLP Assignment Expectations
In SLP 4 you are asked to submit a 2- to 3-page paper containing:
· The introduction to your paper
· Part I: What does theory/academe say about ________________ (insert your topic here)?
This is the first half of your paper. The reference list can be turned in as a combined one for SLPs 4 and 5 when turning in SLP 5.
For Part I, it is up to you to organize and determine the main themes and features of what the literature ("textbooks", etc.) says about your topic. This should be a fairly comprehensive picture of the work that has been done in the past and of what is taught today. You should rely on at least 10 different sources of information for this assignment (SLP 4).
Make sure that you cite each piece of information and where it comes from as you use it. Please use APA style by citing your references in parentheses immediately following the thought that you are sharing (do not use footnotes). In other words, your sentences should look like this:
Human resource management strategy is a significant part of HR today (Delery & Doty, 1996). However, when you examine what that means to organizations, you'll find that there are many interpretations. etc...
Turn in this paper by the module due date.
Module 5 - SLP
EVALUATING HR SYSTEMS
Signature Assignment for MGT491 SLP Module 5
Demonstrating knowledge of Human Resources functions and be able to apply the knowledge to “get, keep, and grow” talent
Looking back at the MGT407--3 SLP and MGT411--3 SLP, you should recall attention given to demonstrating knowledge of Human Resources functions and be able to apply the knowledge to “get, keep, and grow” talent. In both assignments you were given the opportunity to participate in putting together papers—first a research essay and then a report to the board of directors.
Now in this final segment related to human resource analytical decision making, critical thinking and problem solving, you are asked to prepare a final paper.
These three assignments build upon each other and aim to offer you the opportunity to enhance your demonstrating knowledge of Human Resources functions and be able to apply the knowledge to “get, keep, and grow” talent and written delivery skills.
The grading rubric below has been developed to measure student success in meeting the MGT491 SLP 5 expectations related to demonstrating knowledge of Human Resources functions and be able to apply the knowledge to “get, keep, and grow” talent.
Rubrics for the other two courses are included in their respective written assignments.
Assignment Expectation
Weak
Marginal
Adequate
Strong
Organization
Demonstrates the ability to organize content logically, concisely, and in a manner appropriate to a paper given to the board of directors.
There is no logical sequence of information. Paper is rambling and unfocused
Paper does not follow a logical sequence (jumps around in the paper).
Paper follows a logical sequence. There are some minor problems with topic transitions. Introduction and/or conclusion are not clear.
Paper follows a logical sequence with an effective introduction and conclusion. Each segment relates to others in a carefully planned framework.
Demonstrates the ability to support a central point or viewpoint throughout the paper—persuading the board of directors that recommendations you present are vital to this organization’s future success.
Insufficient elaboration and/or support (e.g., summaries, listings) in the paper.
Limited elaboration and/or support in the paper.
Support with some specific details and elaboration in the paper.
Support through both specific details and elaboration apparent in the paper.
Support through both specific details and elaboration apparent in the paper.
Content
Demonstrate the ability to address an identifiable purpose in the paper—the fact that these human resource recommendations are vital to this organization’s future success.
The purpose is not identified, is unclear, or inappropriate in the paper.
Purpose is occasionally unclear in the paper.
Clear purpose, but not consistently sustained throughout the paper.
Clear purpose sustained throughout the paper.
Demonstrates the ability to gather and sort information on a particular subject matter or topic.
Author does not have a grasp of information. Topic is poorly developed. Supporting materials are absent or vague. Trite ideas and/or unclear wording reflect a lack of understanding of topic.
Author seems uncomfortable with information. Topic is evident but with little or no elaboration.
Author seems comfortable with the information. Topic is evident with some supporting details.
A demonstrates full knowledge of the topic with explanation and elaboration. The topic is well developed, effectively supported, and appropriate for the assignment. Critical thinking is clearly and creatively expressed.
Adaption to Audience
Demonstrate the ability to present information to varying audiences in such a way that the information is meaningful to that group.
Doesn’t respond to the needs of the audience.
Limited sense of the needs of the audience.
Addresses the needs of the audience.
Effectively addresses the needs of the audience.
Delivery
Demonstrate the Ability to use data and graphs effectively in the paper.
Data and graphs are poorly prepared or used inappropriately. Too much material is included or unimportant information is highlighted.
Data and graphs could be improved. There are no significant errors, but adds little to the paper.
Data and graphs are articulated clearly, but not engaging.
Data and graphs are easy to read, attractive, informative and error free. Communication aids greatly enhance the paper. Excellent integration of communication aids.
Demonstrate the ability to use appropriate word choice and grammar in paper.
There are many sentences with grammatical errors. Some sentences are incomplete/halting, and/or vocabulary is somewhat limited or inappropriate. Presenter mumbles and mispronounces several terms.
There are a few sentences that are complete and grammatical. Word choice is not always appropriate for paper. Presenter mispronounces some terms.
Sentences are generally complete and grammatical, and they flow together easily. With a few exceptions, words are chosen for their precise meaning. Presenter pronounces most terms correctly.
All sentences are complete and grammatical, and they flow together easily. Words are chosen for their precise meaning. Word choice illustrates grasp of content and enhances paper. All terms are pronounced correctly and precisely.
Demonstrates the ability to make an effective paper that is free from bias (e.g. sexism, racism, ageism, heterosexism, etc).
Written language is inappropriate and exhibits bias. Uses clichés, slang, jargon, racist, or sexist language. Some listeners may be offended.
Written language is free from bias with one or two minor exceptions.
Written language has no apparent bias. There is some inappropriate language.
Written language is completely free from bias.
See Trident's Student Guide to Writing a High-Quality Academic Paper.
Continuing with your SLP that is focused on your individual "specialization" within the field of HR, you'll conclude the paper in this module.
SLP Assignment Expectations
For SLP 5, you are asked to submit a 2- to 3-page paper (not including references) including:
· Part II:What does practice tell us about this HR activity/function? What types of organizational examples can you submit that help advise you of the practice of HR (specific to your topic)?
· Part III:Conduct an analysis of similarities and differences between "theory" and "practice."
· And, finally, a conclusion identifying the most important points that a reader of your report (SLP 4 and SLP 5 comprehensively) should take away from the work/research that you've done. Also your complete reference list needs to be submitted.
Make sure that you cite each piece of information and where it comes from as you use it. Please use APA style by citing your references in parentheses immediately following the thought that you are sharing (do not use footnotes). In other words, your sentences should look like this:
Human resource management strategy is a significant part of HR today (Delery & Doty, 1996). However, when you examine what that means to organizations, you'll find that there are many interpretations. (And so on.)
Please turn in a 2- to 3-page paper, plus your references (these are not included in the 2-3 pages of text) and upload it by the end of this module.