Word Count: 2,000
The due date for this assignment is 4th August 2024before 5 pm
Assessment Details: ASSESSMENT ONE CASE STUDY: SAINSBURY’S
This assessment will be a case study. A fictional employee from an organisation (one which exists in real life). Write a report (not in the first person) where you critically evaluate the resourcing and talent planning practices of Sainsburys and make recommendations for how they can improve in these areas.
You can choose to discuss any of the following topics:
• Recruitment
• Selection
• Flexibility
• Talent Management
• Employee Turnover and Retention
• Employee Engagement
This assessment will be a case study. A fictional employee from an organisation (one which exists in real life) will ask for your recommendations about a certain set of HR practices which we have already looked at in the module. You will need to write your recommendations in the format of a report (not in the first person). We will have the opportunity to cover report-writing strategies during one seminar.
The assessment criteria for Assessment One and Assessment Two are the same. This, and the 30%/70% mark weightings for the assignments, are intended to allow you to develop your writing approach and effectively use feedback during the module.
Reference: Bath Spa University (2023) HRM Assessment Brief
Lecturer’s overview of the assessment and what is expected within your report
In summary, you are to choose 1 or 2 Resourcing and Talent Planning Practices as an employee of Sainsbury (fictional role) Your report should include ‘critical evaluation’ of your chosen HRM area including theoretical framework.
Lecture Topic Examples: Recruitment; Selection; Flexibility; Talent Management; Employee Turnover and Retention and Employee Engagement
The above are topics that were embedded within lectures (weeks 1-3). Do not go beyond these.
• We advise to include a variety of research sources with main focus on books and academic journal articles.
• It is recommended to paraphrase, provide in-text citations and use Harvard referencing style within the context of your report.
• It is recommended to write as the 3rd person throughout the report.
Recommended Resources for Labour Market
• Data (CIPD)
• Demographics: (ONS)
• Trends in labour market: (CIPD
1st page:
Module: (BMA5102) Human Resource Management
ASSIGNMENT TITLE: Case Study 1. Business Report
Name:
Student Number:
Lecturer’s Name: Mrs Coralean Maxwell
Submission Date: 14th August 2023
Word Count: 2,000
2nd page:
Table of Contents
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2nd Page:
Executive Summary
1.0 Introduction (300 words)
• To include the overall aim of this report (e.g., HR theories and practices and application to case study organisation).
• Briefly introduce case study organisation (no more than 4 lines)
• Briefly introduce your methodological approach (e.g., secondary approach accessing academic journals, text books and case study on Sainsbury)
1.1What is HRM?
• Briefly discuss the concept of HRM and strongly suggest including at least one quotation.
1.2What does HRM provides?
2.0 Research Topic (350 words)
Choose 1 of the following: Recruitment; Selection; Flexibility; Talent Management; Employee Turnover and Retention and Employee Engagement
• Introduce the topic using discussion (define topic)
• To include theoretical concept relevant to your chosen topic (e.g. policy, procedures)
• What is currently happening within the supermarkets sector within the UK that could impact on Sainsbury?
– Manpower, right person, skilled people etc. Does the external environment make this possible? PLEASE DO NOT DRAW UP A PESTLEANALYSIS. Research is required here, e.g. data.
3.0Application to Sainsbury (350 words)
(Refer to Sainsbury’s approach. Research is needed within this area. PLEASE DO NOT USE INTERNET SEARCH) Academicals SOURCE ONLY
4.0Critical Evaluation of Approach (600words)
(e.g., Theory / HR practices)
• Include wider reading here on your topic. For example, arguments from different perspectives. (These could be differences in opinions)
• I recommend to include any data / statistical figures relevant to your research area.
4.1Evaluation of Findings
• Impact to Sainsbury, e.g., benefits and limitations.
4.2 Optional: Other organisations best practice(would be an advantage to include)
5.0Recommendations (400 words)
• These are areas to aid the improvement of Sainsbury within the area (s) ONLY of your research.
5.1 Conclusion (DO NOT INTRODUCE NEW IDEAS OR THEORIES)
• Remind the reader of the purpose of this research
• Refer to your methodological approach and briefly evaluate.
– E.g., is your approach reliable? Are areas valid? Justify
– Is there any limitation to your approach / research?
• Justify areas recommended if not already done within the section for recommendations.
6.0References
7.0 Appendix (optional)
