Identify and critically apply a suitable approach (or approaches) that could be used to address the challenge or difficulties.

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The purpose of this assignment is to demonstrate the application of module content to the management of a change process in an organisational environment. Candidates should seek to apply relevant concepts, theory, and frameworks from the module readings. Application of relevant subject matter from wider reading is welcomed.

Instructions

You should select an organisation that is experiencing problems or challenges.

You should analyse the current situation, where possible using change management terminology.

You should then identify and critically apply a suitable approach (or approaches) that could be used to address the challenge or difficulties.

You should outline steps to implement a change management process that applies relevant conceptual material in response to the problems or challenges identified.

You should also consider any possible difficulties that may emerge in the process of implementation and how these can be addressed.

The essay should contain a description of the change process that is to be undertaken, the types of issues that the implementation may raise for managers and staff, and how these can be addressed. It is not appropriate to describe a change process that has already occurred.

Selection of organisations

Students may select any organisation for the case, but the scenarios outlined should not be a copy of the group work covered in the seminars or direct repeat of cases used in class. The organisation or the scenario may be fictional, or loosely based on a real case or combination of cases.

Structure

The essay should start with an introduction that sets the scene and provides contextual information about the organisation and its need for change (such as the type of organisation, its role, where it is based and the problem it faces). The main part of the essay should focus on the change process itself, its implementation challenges and expected outcomes. The essay should outline the proposed change process and discuss how it can be managed. Advantages and disadvantages of the change process should also be outlined. It is essential that the essay draws on relevant concepts, theory and frameworks from the literature around Managing Change. You should also include conclusions and a section in which you list the sources used in the appropriate standard formal academic style.

How will contemporary issues such as Brexit and Covid impact an organisations recruitment and selection practices, policies and procedures in the next decade?

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How will contemporary issues such as Brexit and Covid impact an organisations recruitment and selection practices, policies and procedures in the next decade?

What do organisations need to consider when implementing best practice performance management systems?

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What do organisations need to consider when implementing best practice performance management systems?

This question should consider best practice approaches to PM and issues around line management involvement and issues of fairness and  Training and development of managers is key to successful implementation and effective operation. Also consider some of the contentions of PM – for example bias, exploitation and the psychological contract – you may also wish to consider how effective such practices are when we are mainly working for home.

Evaluate the article by Balkin and Gomez-Mejia (1990) according to these standards and draw a conclusion on the key managerial implications of their report.

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Upon completion of the Required Readings, write a thorough, well-planned narrative answer to the following discussion question. Rely on your Required Readings and the Lecture and Research Update for specific information to answer the discussion question, but turn to your original thoughts when asked to apply, evaluate, analyze, or synthesize the information. Your Discussion Question response should be both grammatically and mechanically correct, and formatted in the same fashion as the question itself. If there is a Part A, your response should identify a Part A, etc. In addition, you must appropriately cite all resources used in your responses and document in a bibliography using APA style.

Discussion Question 1 (25 points)

Balkin and Gomez-Mejia (1990) report a study that claims support for the strategic perspective of compensation (see your Required Readings for citation of their article). In Chapter 1 of your text, Milkovich and Newman (2004) provide three (3) guidelines for interpreting the value of academic research. Evaluate the article by Balkin and Gomez-Mejia (1990) according to these standards and draw a conclusion on the key managerial implications of their report. (25 points) (A 1½-page response is required)

Demonstrate the ability to develop a theoretical framework and literature review, in relation to the chosen topic area.

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(Hospitality Investigations Management). Please Flow the instruction very carefully and check all files very carefully, please. If you are missing Check the all files and all instructions then you must do again, so please check all files first to end and all instructions, please. This assignment is Undergraduate, Level 5. The first you must Flow everything from Lecture’s Notes and then other Sources, please.

i. Formulate an appropriate research aim and set of objectives, in relation to a contemporary topic/issue to be researched.
ii. Demonstrate the ability to develop a theoretical framework and literature review, in relation to the chosen topic area.
iii. Demonstrate an ability to plan and design a proposed research methodology; evaluating, selecting and designing appropriate, individual data collection tools.
iv. Present a summary and critical evaluation of a proposal, considering future research

ASSIGNMENT TASK
This assignment requires you to produce a critical, extended research proposal which focuses on a contemporary topic or issue within the hospitality industry.

The proposal should include:
– An introduction (to research/research proposals).
– A proposed aim and set of objectives (no more than 4), (example: Technology ideas, Sustainability ideas, Michelin, Working hours or Brands vs Independents etc).
– An introduction (to the research topic area) and a rationale for the study; specifically focusing on the need for/purpose of your research and who/what may benefit as a result of your research.
– A critical review of the existing research/literature.
– A critical discussion around the planned methods for the research – This section should make reference to both primary and secondary methods and may consider the following five areas; overall approach, selection and design of data collection tools, sampling, planned procedures (to include ethical considerations) and data analysis techniques.
– A summary/evaluation of the proposal, with recommendations for a full research project.
– It is also recommended that you include a title page, contents page, any relevant supporting figures (such as a theoretical framework), a reference list and supporting appendices (if required). Appendices may include a literature matrix or an example research tool (copy of a questionnaire/interview/focus group questions, observation checklist etc.)
The

proposal should include:
• An introduction (to research/research proposals). Covered in the week 1 lecture Note.
• A proposed aim and set of objectives (no more than 4 Covered in the week 3 lecture Note. (example: Technology ideas, Sustainability ideas, Michelin, Working hours or Brands vs Independents etc).
• A topic introduction and rationale Covered in the week 3 lecture Note.
• A critical review of the existing research/literature Covered in the week 4 lecture Note.
• A critical discussion around the planned methods for the research Covered in weeks 5, 6 and 7 Lecture Note.
• A summary/evaluation of the proposal, with recommendations for a full research project Covered in this week 8 Lecture Note session.

Evaluate the potential negative consequences of such an approach to reward.

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Consider why employers may choose to use Individual Performance Related Pay as a way to reward employees and evaluate the potential negative consequences of such an approach to reward.

Consider why employers may choose to use Individual Performance Related Pay as a way to reward employees and evaluate the potential negative consequences of such an approach to reward.

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Consider why employers may choose to use Individual Performance Related Pay as a way to reward employees and evaluate the potential negative consequences of such an approach to reward.

Prepare a market study regarding the opportunity for a potential hotel development at a central site in Guildford town.

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You have been asked to prepare a market study regarding the opportunity for a potential hotel development at a central site in Guildford town.

Critically discuss how organisations may use online selection practices as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic

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• Critically evaluate selection practices including the use of interviews and assessment centres
• Critically discuss how organisations may use online selection practices as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and what considerations organisations need to take into account in utilizing online selection practices
• Critically discuss issues of fairness, cost and predictive accuracy/validity in selection practices

Please note that a good essay goes beyond mere description of HRM strategy and practices to evidence-based critical analysis of the academic literature and organisational practices

Tips:

• Read the relevant lecture slides on Selection on Blackboard

• Read chapter 5 “Talent Management” in the recommended textbook: Beardwell, J. and Thompson, A. (2017) Human Resource Management: A Contemporary Approach, 8th edition. Harlow: Pearson (available as an electronic copy in the DMU library)

• Read chapter 9 (Selection Methods and Decisions) and chapter 10 (Employability: Skills in Resourcing) in Torrington, D., Hall, L., Atkinson, C. and Taylor, S. (2017) Human Resource Management, 10th edition. Harlow: Pearson (available as an electronic copy in the DMU library)

• Read chapter 8 (Resourcing and Talent Management) in Marchington, M., Wilkinson, A., Donnelly, R. and Kynighou, A. (2016), Human Resource Management at Work, 6th edition. London: CIPD

• Read good quality academic journal articles on selection

Why do innovations succeed?

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Why do innovations succeed? Selection of successful innovations to choose from, essay-style answers, 2,500 words, analysis in terms of concepts examined during the semester.

You are to focus on one geographical area.