Human Resource Management at Wood Hill College

Human Resource Management
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Contents
Introduction......................................................................................................................................4
Part 1- Recruitment and selection....................................................................................................5
Task 1...............................................................................................................................................5
P1 Explain the purpose of workforce planning and the role of the HR manager with regards
workforce planning and resourcing for Wood hill College.............................................................5
M1 Assess how the functions of the HRM can provide talent and skills appropriate to fulfil the
business objectives...........................................................................................................................6
P2 Explain the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches to recruitment and selection....7
M2 Evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the different approaches to recruitment and
selection.........................................................................................................................................10
D1 Critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different approaches to recruitment and
selection, supported by specific examples.....................................................................................11
Task 2.............................................................................................................................................12
P7 Illustrate the application of HRM practices in a work-related context, using specific
examples........................................................................................................................................12
M5 Provide a rationale for the selection of your chosen platform considering the impact
technology......................................................................................................................................16
Part 2- Employee performance, development and reward.............................................................17
Task 3.............................................................................................................................................17
P3 Explain the benefits of different HRM practices within an organisation for both the employer
and employee.................................................................................................................................17
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P4 Evaluate the effectiveness of different HRM practices in terms of raising organisational profit
and productivity.............................................................................................................................19
M3 Explore different methods used by Tesco in terms of developing its employees and consider
the strengths and weaknesses of such practices. Provide specific examples.................................20
D2 Critically evaluate Tesco’s HRM practices with regards to training, development, flexibility
and reward providing specific examples.......................................................................................21
Part 3 – Factors that influence HR decision making.....................................................................22
Task 4.............................................................................................................................................22
P5 Analyse the importance of employee relations in respect to influencing HRM decision-
making...........................................................................................................................................22
P6 Identify the key elements of employment legislation and the impact it has on HRM decision
making...........................................................................................................................................23
M4 You will have to evaluate the key aspects of employee relations management and
employment legislation that affect HRM decision making in ITV...............................................24
D3 You will critically evaluate employee relations and the application of HRM practices in ITV
that inform and influence decision making in the organisation.....................................................25
Conclusion.....................................................................................................................................26
References......................................................................................................................................27
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Introduction
Human resource management is a discussing topic among the business researchers since the last
decades in reference to the growing and competitive business environment. It is one of the top
functions of the management that needs specific consideration and importance. In the growing
era of technology and modernisation, the perception and attitude of the employees are
dramatically changing which in results force the business enterprises to implement effective
HRM practices for the maximum satisfaction and retention of the employees.
The assignment is all about different HRM practices and standards which are effectively
segmented into different parts. The first part of the assignment will reflect on the recruitment and
selection with the case study of Wood Hill College, the second part will lay emphasis on
performance of the individuals and at the end, there will be disclosure of the HR decision making
process.
(Source: Radiance IT Solution, 2018)
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Part 1- Recruitment and selection
Task 1
P1 Explain the purpose of workforce planning and the role of the HR manager with
regards workforce planning and resourcing for Wood hill College.
As per the viewpoints of Marchington, et. al. (2016), the prime purpose of the human resource
department majorly known as HRM is to appoint right person to the position and at the right
time. The managers effectively implement the HRM practices so that the human resources of the
organization who are the main assets are satisfied and devoted towards the continuous growth
and development of the organization. The working of HRM practices starts from the planning of
the workforce and ends at its implementation. The HRM department at Wood Hill College
effectively and smartly plans the workforce practices so that the college has skilled and talented
employees for the maximum growth and development of the students and organization as well
(Marchington, et. al., 2016).
Role of HR manager with regards to workforce planning and resourcing
 The HR managers significantly identify the need and requirements of human resources in
different departments of the college so that the vacant positions will be filled with trained and
skilled employees.
 After the identification of the needs and requirements, right employees are recruited and placed
at the right position by HRM department of Wood Hill College.
 The role of HR managers in workforce planning not ends with the recruitment and selection
process, now the HR managers train and assist the selected employees for their successful
survival in the organization.
 In addition with these factors, the HR managers at Wood Hill College also take care of the
motivational needs of the employees so that they will satisfactorily work in the organization for a
longer time (Woodrow and Guest, 2014).
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