Manage Project Human Resources - BSBPMG515

This assessment task is about managing project human resources. It includes a knowledge questionnaire that covers HRM methods, techniques, tools, strategies, processes, and techniques for managing and improving performance. The task requires answering questions and providing examples. The subject is BSBPMG515 - Manage Project Human Resources.

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Manage project human
resources
BSBPMG515
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Student Declaration ................................................................................................................................................1
1.Task 1 – Knowledge Questionnaire............................................................5
Answer all the questions below: ............................................................................................................................6
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.Task 1 – Knowledge Questionnaire
Task summary and instructions
What is this
assessment task
about?
This assessment is a written questionnaire with a mix of
objective and subjective questions.
The questionnaire is designed to meet the knowledge
required to meet the unit requirements safely and
effectively.
The questions focus on the knowledge evidence
required for this unit of competency:
 summarise human resource management (HRM)
methods, techniques and tools
 explain strategies for managing project human
resources and their application to different situations
 explain processes used to measure individuals'
performance against agreed criteria
 explain techniques for managing and improving
performance.
What do I need to
do to complete
this task
satisfactorily?
 submit your answers to the questions within the set
timeframe,
 answer all questions as instructed,
 answer all questions using your own words and
reference any sources appropriately,
 all questions must be answered satisfactorily.
It is advisable to:
 review the questions carefully,
 answer the questions using online research and the
learning material provided for the unit and by
reviewing real or simulated relevant business
documentation (such as policies and procedures),
 further research the topics addressed in each
question.
Specifications You must submit to GOALS the
 assessment coversheet,

Task summary and instructions
 answers to all questions,
 references.
Resources and
equipment
• computer with Internet access,
• access to Microsoft Office suites or similar software,
• learning material,
What will the
assessor be
looking for?
Your assessor will be looking for demonstrated evidence
of your ability to answer the questions satisfactorily,
follow instructions, conduct online research and review
real or simulated business documentation, such as
policies and procedures related to project management.
Re-submission
opportunities
You will be provided feedback on your performance by
the Assessor. The feedback will indicate if you have
satisfactorily addressed the requirements of each part
of this task. If any parts of the task are not satisfactorily
completed, the assessor will explain why, and provide
you with written feedback along with guidance on what
you must undertake to demonstrate satisfactory
performance. Re-assessment attempt(s) will be
arranged at a later time and date. You have the right to
appeal the outcome of assessment decisions if you feel
that you have been dealt with unfairly or have other
appropriate grounds for an appeal. You are encouraged
to consult with the assessor prior to attempting this task
if you do not understand any part of this task or if you
have any learning issues or needs that may hinder you
when attempting any part of the task (Tamaskar, 2018).
Answer all the questions below:
Question 1
Select and summarise 2 key Human Resource Management methods,
techniques and tools. (30-50 words each)
Item Name/title Summary (30-50 words/item)
Method 360 degree
feedback
This is the method in which the HR
manager and also the assessor is required

to collect necessary feedbacks on the
performance of the employee. The peers
reports and direct managers from the
other departments are also confronted in
this method.
Assessment
centre
In this method of HR assessment is held
outside of the office mostly in a central
location. In which the managers and the
assessors can gather. Individuals in this
method is asked to perform a group of
tasks together.
Technique Leadership This technique is the ability of an
individual to develop the potential of the
interest. Leadership technique can
improve the HRM with the help of
education and training. Leadership is
important for taking important decision as
a HR manager.
Mentoring This is a technique in which a person
teaches or advises another individual for
their personal and professional
development. This is the technique which
is used by the new employee in which
they follow their mentor to learn quicker.
Tool Kissflow HR
cloud
This tool of HRM allows the business to
create, modify and also manage their
processes in an efficient way.
Zoho People This cloud based software is a tool with
the help of which the HRM organizations
and managers organize the data of
employee. This software provides many
other benefits as connecting the
individuals.
Question 2
Select and explain 2 strategies for managing human resources and provide
an example of their application (one example/strategy).
(40-80 words/strategy)
Strategy Explanation with example
Talent and Human
capital
Talent for the HRM is the human capital for the
organization. Human capital is considered to be very
important for the success of the business. HRM

Strategy Explanation with example
forecasts the need of the staff in order to keep the
best talent in the organization. For an organization
hiring of talented individuals is considered as their
pride. Organization do this by providing detailed job
descriptions which guides the people for the best job.
For an organization retaining talent is as important as
hiring new talent.
Leadership of an
Organization
Leadership in the organization is used for its
management of the human resource. Leadership is
important in the organization for achieving success
and overcome failures. HRM plays and important role
of recognizing the leadership in the organization. The
HRM department can boast pass the success by
choosing the right executives and also finding easier
and board way of convincing the recruits. Leadership
in the organization is necessary for overcoming
difficulties in their lifes.
Question 3
Select and explain 2 processes used to measure an individual’s
performance against agreed criteria.
(30-50 words/process)
Process Explanation
Graphic rating scales This is the typical process which utilises the general
system of numbering to rate the performance of the
employees. These scales are used in a specific area
of the performance. Such a performance measuring
scale enables the individuals to compete with each
other. The data with the help of which the individuals
are measured also helps the organization to keep the
track of the daily performance of the individuals. It is
considered to be the one of the best method of
measuring the performance of the individuals
(Wolska and Bretyn, 2018).
Management by
objectives (MBO)
This is the process in which the employees are
measured by their results. In this process the
organization plans an objective for the management
and the employees. The accomplishment of the

Process Explanation
objectives for the individuals is considered to be the
positive result for all the members assigned to the
project.
Question 4
Select and explain 3 techniques used for managing and improving
performance.
(30-50 words/technique)
Technique Explanation
Communicating clear
expectations
It is important to make sure that the employees are
shared clear expectations. Without understanding
what is expected of the employees it is hard to
understand the effective way of doing the job. This
technique is considered to be effective because it
decreases the chances of any sort of
misunderstanding in the organisation. It helps the
employees to explain their objectives in their own
words and also increase the work of the company.
Making sure of the
performance appraisals
Appraising the performance of the individuals is also
very important for the organisation as it help it to
perform to its maximum potential. The performance
of the employees improves as their appraisals are
completed. This is one of the best way of keeping the
employees motivated for the work. A motivated
employee is a lot easier to manage and improve its
performance than an unhappy demotivated
employees (Maxim, Julian and Huadong, 2019).
Utilisation of the right
technologies
It is very important for the organization to provide
the employees provide the employees with the right
technology so that they can perform to their
maximum potential. By using the latest and the
correct technologies for their work the individuals are
able to develop themselves. It also keeps the
employees motivated and is one the most effective
techniques of managing and also improving the
performance of the employees.

.REFERENCES
Tamaskar, S., 2018. Study of organisational stress and hr interventions for the
stress management of its employees with special reference to snl
financials Ahmedabad (Doctoral dissertation, Tilak Maharashtra
Vidyapeeth).
Wolska, G. and Bretyn, A., 2018. Implementation of CSR Principles in HR
Management in Micro, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in the
Pomerania Euroregion: A Comparative Analysis. In Efficiency in
Business and Economics (pp. 219-241). Springer, Cham.
Maxim, W., Julian, S. and Huadong, Y., 2019. Social media use in HR
management; rule making, rule breaking and workarounds: a
sociomaterial view.