CORE Arguments, Opinions and suggestions
Appendix 2: Guidelines for Essays
Each group must select ONE of the Topics below:
Research the Topic and Write an essay.
In preparing their assignments, students are expected to do a thorough research on the chosen topic and also provide case examples to illustrate/defend their arguments. Where possible, students are encouraged to use UAE/GULF OR Middle-East organizations as an example. In agreement with the lecturer, they may also change the topic slightly to suit a special topic-area in their organization.
An indicative marking guide is given below to let students appreciate the criteria used in marking.
Length: 2,500 - 3,000 words
Due: To be advised
TOPICS :
Topic 1 : How does the external environment influence HRM within an organization? Research, discuss and give examples
Topic 2 : What major demographic changes are likely to affect organizations in the Middle East and Gulf region in the near future? How are these changes likely to affect organizations in the UAE ? How can HR planning help organizations successfully deal with these changes? Research this topic and give examples on how the changes might affect HR planning.
Topic 3 : How can the intranet help line managers better manage their HR responsibilities? Research, discuss and give examples
Topic 4 : Why is managing diversity acquiring such a central role in human resource management ? Is this a temporary or a long term phenomenon ? Research, explain and illustrate your arguments with examples.
Topic 5 : Maintaining and improving employee performance are critical for survival in today's competitive organizations. How can training contribute to maintaining and improving performance ? What are the limitations of training ? Research, explain and give examples to illustrate your arguments..
ALWAYS KEEP A SPARE COPY OF YOUR ASSIGNMENTS.
Presentation: A4 Paper stapled at side or corner Attach assignment
Each group must select ONE of the Topics below:
Research the Topic and Write an essay.
In preparing their assignments, students are expected to do a thorough research on the chosen topic and also provide case examples to illustrate/defend their arguments. Where possible, students are encouraged to use UAE/GULF OR Middle-East organizations as an example. In agreement with the lecturer, they may also change the topic slightly to suit a special topic-area in their organization.
An indicative marking guide is given below to let students appreciate the criteria used in marking.
Length: 2,500 - 3,000 words
Due: To be advised
TOPICS :
Topic 1 : How does the external environment influence HRM within an organization? Research, discuss and give examples
Topic 2 : What major demographic changes are likely to affect organizations in the Middle East and Gulf region in the near future? How are these changes likely to affect organizations in the UAE ? How can HR planning help organizations successfully deal with these changes? Research this topic and give examples on how the changes might affect HR planning.
Topic 3 : How can the intranet help line managers better manage their HR responsibilities? Research, discuss and give examples
Topic 4 : Why is managing diversity acquiring such a central role in human resource management ? Is this a temporary or a long term phenomenon ? Research, explain and illustrate your arguments with examples.
Topic 5 : Maintaining and improving employee performance are critical for survival in today's competitive organizations. How can training contribute to maintaining and improving performance ? What are the limitations of training ? Research, explain and give examples to illustrate your arguments..
ALWAYS KEEP A SPARE COPY OF YOUR ASSIGNMENTS.
Presentation: A4 Paper stapled at side or corner Attach assignment