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 “.library.cornell.edu/okuref/research/skill28.htm”>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
papersfirst 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 paperpersuading the board of directors
that recommendations you present are vital to this organizations 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 paperthe fact that these human resource
recommendations are vital to this organizations 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.

Doesnt 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 clichs, 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 .trident.edu/files/Well-Written-Paper.pdf”>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.
Module 1 – SLPSTRATEGIC IMPORTANCE OF HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENTFor 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 – SLPMANAGING GROWTH AND DOWNSIZINGUsing 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 “.library.cornell.edu/okuref/research/skill28.htm”>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.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.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. IntroductionA. 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
meC. How this topic will be
meaningful to my future careerII. Background of what this
topic isA. Definition1. definition (Constance &
Frendshue, 1999)2. definition (Delery &
Doty, 1996)B.C.etc.Turn in this paper by the
module due date.Module 4 – SLPINTERNATIONAL HRMContinuing 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 ExpectationsIn 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 – SLPEVALUATING HR SYSTEMSSignature Assignment for MGT491 SLP
Module 5Demonstrating knowledge of Human Resources functions and be able to
apply the knowledge to get, keep, and grow talentLooking 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
papersfirst 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 ExpectationWeakMarginalAdequateStrongOrganizationDemonstrates 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 unfocusedPaper 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 paperpersuading the board of directors
that recommendations you present are vital to this organizations 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.ContentDemonstrate the ability to address an
identifiable purpose in the paperthe fact that these human resource
recommendations are vital to this organizations 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 AudienceDemonstrate the ability to present information to
varying audiences in such a way that the information is meaningful to that
group.Doesnt 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.DeliveryDemonstrate 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 clichs, 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 .trident.edu/files/Well-Written-Paper.pdf”>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 ExpectationsFor 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.