The Impact of Globalisation on Strategic HRM: A Sainsbury Case Study

This research proposal investigates the influence of globalisation on strategic human resource management (SHRM), specifically examining its impact on Sainsbury. The proposal outlines the research objectives, which include defining SHRM, evaluating the importance of globalisation in developing SHRM, and determining the benefits Sainsbury gains from implementing SHRM. The proposal includes a literature review covering key concepts such as SHRM and globalisation, along with the research methodology, including both qualitative and quantitative research methods. The proposal addresses ethical considerations, including informed consent, data storage, and participant confidentiality. The research aims to contribute to a better understanding of how globalisation shapes SHRM practices and their effects on organizational success.

Research Proposal Form
Student Name: ______________________ Student ID: ____________
Centre Name: _____________________
Tutor: ________________ Date: ___________________
Unit: ____________________
Proposed Title: ______________________________________________
Section One: Title, objective, responsibilities
Title or working title of the research project (in the form of a question, objective or hypothesis)
Aim: “To determine the role of globalisation in implementation of strategic human resource at
workplace. An investigation on Sainsbury.
Research objectives (e.g what is the question you want to answer? What do you want to learn
how to do? What do you want to find out?):
Research Objectives
 To ascertain the concept of strategic human resource management.
 To evaluate the importance of globalisation in terms of development of strategic human
resource at workplace of Sainsbury.
 To determine the benefits gained by Sainsbury after implementation of strategic HRM.
Section Two: Reasons for choosing this research project
Reasons for choosing the project (e.g links to other subjects you are studying, personal interest,
future plans, knowledge/skills you want to improve, why the topic is important):
One reason to choose this topic for research project is to study more about the role of globalisation in
an organisation.
Another reason is to study the importance of globalisation in context of development of strategic
human resource.
Section Three: Literature sources searched
Concept of strategic human resource management
As per the view of Katryn Stewart, Strategic human resource management is the practice which help in
attracting, developing, rewarding and retaining staff members for the benefits of both employees as
well as organisation. Strategic HRM can be defined as the connection of human resources with set
strategic goals and objectives in order to improve business performance and develop organisational
culture. It will help in faster the innovation, flexibility and competitive advantages for an organisation.
Importance of globalisation in terms of development of strategic human resource at workplace
According to the view of Fleming and Koppelman (2016) Globalisation has became the main
component of the business framework of an organisation. It will represent the structural transformation
of business practices which accomplished by free exchange of HR and technology beyond the regional
boundaries. Human resource is an important factor which are taken into account by businesses in order
to sustain their growth and success level. SHRM is the active approach which manage and maintain
various manpower which has importantly effect on the corporate strategy of the international

organisation.
Benefits gained by Sainsbury after implementation of strategic HRM
On the opinion of the view of Binder (2016) Strategy is the multidimensional concept which is usually
advanced statement which set a direction. Strategies are specially a measurable, specific, obtainable
and attainable to set a plans which are carefully developed or formulated in order to reach with certain
goals and targets.
Use of key literature sources to support your research question, objective or hypothesis:
Section Four: Activities and timescales
Activities to be carried out during the research project (e.g research,
development and analysis of ideas, writing, data collection, numerical
analysis, tutor meetings, production of final outcome, evaluation, writing
the report):
How long this will
take:
Milestone one: _________________
Target date (set by tutor): ____________________
Milestone two: _______________________
Target date (set by tutor): ______________________
Gantt Chart
Section Five: Research approach and methodologies
Types of research
Research methods are the process, strategies and techniques which can be used in collecting of data and
evidence for analysing in order to bring out new data and information and develop better understanding
of a research topic. There are two types of research methods which includes qualitative and quantitative
tools which assist in gathering and collecting accurate data and information. In this, an investigator can
use qualitative method which can be helpful in giving relevant facts and figures regarding particular
research theme.
Research approach
It is the plan and procedure which consist with steps of advanced assumptions of detailed methods of
data collection, interpretations and analysis in better manner. There are two types of research approach
such as deductive and inductive approach. It is important for analysing and examining the related issues
regarding particular topic of research. In deductive approach, the present theories are used in order to
present hypotheses regarding specific situation that are given relevant evidence. In this, inductive
approach consist with non numerical data which can be used because this will provide accurate and

relevant information while completion of research project.
What type of research approach and methodologies are you likely to use and why? What your
areas of research will cover:
Research Philosophy
It is the belief and value about the way in which data and information are related to phenomenon which
should be gathered, used and collected. There are two types of research philosophy that involves
interpretivism and positivism. Such are determined as an essential philosophy that are used by
researcher which help them in getting accurate results or outcomes. Along with this, interpretivism
philosophy will be used for acquiring accurate and valid conclusions by an investigator.
Comments and agreement from tutor
Comments (optional):
I confirm that the project is not work which has been or will be submitted for another
qualification and is appropriate.
Agreed: ________________ (name)_______________ Date ______________
Comments and agreement form project proposal checker( IV sampling)
Comments (Optional):
I confirm that the project is appropriate.
Agreed /Disagree: (Name of the IV) Date

Research Ethics approval form
All students conducting research activity that involves human participants or the use of data collected form
human participants are required to gain ethical approval before commencing their research. Please answer all
relevant questions and note that your form may be returned if incomplete.
For further support and guidance please see your respective Unit Tutor:
Before completing this form, we advise that you discuss your proposed research fully with your unit tutor.
Please complete this form in good time before your research project is due to commence.
Section 1: Basic details:
Project title: How globalisation can drive business success.
Student name:
Student ID number:
Programme:
College Name:
Intended research start date:
Intended research end date:
Section 2 Project summary
Please select all research methods that you plan to use as a part of your project:
 Interviews Yes No
 Questionnaires Yes No
 Observations Yes No
 Use of personal records Yes No
 Data Analysis Yes No
 Action Research Yes No
 Focus Groups Yes No
 Others (Please specify) :
Section 3: Participants
Please answer the following questions, giving full details where necessary.
Will your research involve human participants?
Who are the participants? Tick all that apply:
Ages 12-16: Young people aged: 17-18 Adults:
How will participants be recruited (identified an approached)?
With help of non-random sampling method
Describe the processes you will use to inform participants about what you are doing:
Participants will be informed with help of social media platforms.

How will you obtain consent from participants? Will this be written? How will it be made clear to
participants that they may withdraw consent to participate at any time?
We will obtain written consent from participants.
Studies involving questionnaires: will participants be given the option of omitting questions that do not
wish to answer?
Yes No
If no please explain why below and ensure that you cover any ethical issues arising from this
Studies involving observation: Confirm whether participants will be asked for their informed consent
to be observed.
Yes No
Will you debrief participants at the end of their participation (i.e give them a brief explanation of the
study)?
Yes No
Will participants be given information about the findings of your study?(This could be a brief summary
of your findings in general)
Yes No
Section 4: Data Storage and Security
Confirm that all personal data will be stored and processed in compliance with the Data Protection Act
(1998)
Yes No
Who will have access to the data and personal information?
Authorised individuals include in research.
During the research:
Where will the data be stored?
In electronic device.
Will mobile devices such as USB storage and laptops be used

Yes No
If Yes, please provide further details:
After the research:
Where will the data be stored? In electronic device
How long will the data and records be kept for and in what format?
For one year
Will data be kept for use by other researchers? Yes No
Section 5 : Ethical Issues
Are there any particular features of your proposed work, which may raise ethical concerns? If so,
please outline how you will deal with these:
It is important that you demonstrate your awareness of potential risks that may arise because of your
research. Please consider/address all issues that may apply. Ethical concerns may include, but are not
limited to the following :
 Informed consent.
 Potentially vulnerable participants.
 Sensitive topics
 Risk to participants and /or researchers
 Confidentiality/anonymity
 Disclosures/ limits to confidentiality
 Data storage and security, both during and after the research (including transfer, sharing,
encryption, protection).
 Reporting
 Dissemination and use of your findings.
Section 6: Declaration
I have read, understood and will abide by the institution’s Research and Ethics Policy: Yes
No
I have discussed the ethical issues relating to my research with my Unit Tutor:
Yes No
I confirm that to the best of my knowledge:
The above information is correct, and this is a full description of the ethical issues that may arise
in the course of my research
Name: Date:
Please submit your completed form to your supervisor and also attach to the Research Proposal
when submitting to Turnitin.