University HRM Report: HR Function, Objectives, and Performance

This report delves into the core aspects of Human Resource Management (HRM), examining the critical role of the HR function in achieving organizational objectives. The report begins by outlining the key objectives that the HR function is responsible for delivering, including enhancing productivity, fostering employee motivation, and contributing to overall business success. It then explores various methods for achieving these objectives and analyzes the application of change management theories within the HR context. Furthermore, the report assesses the contribution of the HR function to organizational performance by evaluating the impact of HR practices and investment in human capital. The report also includes a research article based on HR practices and references to support the findings. Overall, the report provides a comprehensive analysis of HRM, its strategic importance, and its contribution to organizational effectiveness, supported by research and practical applications.

Running head: HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Name of the Student
Name of the University
Author Note

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Answer to Question 1 – Examples of organizational objectives for which HR function is
responsible
Human resource management or HRM is defined as the strategic approach that is
implemented in order to manage people in an effective manner. The organizations are able to
gain competitive advantage in the industry with the help of proper maximization of
performance depicted by the employees. The major purpose that is served by human resource
management of an organization is mainly based on the methods that are implemented for
attaining the goals. The use of HRM is related to the engaging, improving and preserving the
employees who are capable in a sufficient manner and can also offer the best levels of
services as well. The contribution that is provided by the employees is able to support the
objectives that have been set by the organizations.
The objectives and goals of an organization mainly include survival, gaining the
shares in the market and making profits as well. The employees or human resources of the
organization are able to play a major role in increasing the productivity levels and providing
motivation to fulfil organizational objectives as well. The core values and principles of an
organization are able to play a major role in development of the HR leaders and the
employees as well. The role that had been played by HR departments traditionally are not
considered to be sufficient in modern business environment. A major strategic role in now
played by the human resource department in order to fulfil the objectives that have been set
by the organization. Increase in the levels of competition is considered to be a major factor
that has an impact on proper development of a skilled workforce of the organization. The
major focus of HR department currently is based on the in-house training that is offered to
employees and the talent management activities that are performed by the HR managers as
well. The relations developed within the employees is are a major factor related to the
operations of the contemporary firms.

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Answer to Question 2 – Summary of two ways by which HR objectives can be delivered
Answer to Question 3 – Short explanation of two theories of change management
Answer to Question 4 – Report on contribution of HR function to the business
Answer to Question 5 – Research article based on HR practices
References