BSNS5341 Introduction to Human Resource Management: Induction Program

This assignment solution focuses on designing an effective induction program for new General Managers at FIT gym. It addresses key elements such as policies and procedures, introducing new employees to the existing staff, and clarifying their roles and responsibilities within the organization. The solution outlines a comprehensive one-day induction program, including activities like introducing the company's goals, values, and culture, providing a tour of the workplace, and introducing the new managers to existing staff. It emphasizes the importance of clear communication regarding terms and conditions, performance standards, office systems, and necessary training, along with a process for monitoring and evaluating the program's success. References to relevant academic sources are also included to support the proposed strategies for the induction process.

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Question 3(a)
One of the 9Ps of induction is ‘Policies and Procedures’ wherein the new employees are
expected to be aware about the company’s policies and also the company communicates the
consequences of policy breaches (Andriotis, 2017). Moreover, FIT gym can include the policy
and procedures into the induction program of two new General Managers. Also, the company
can provide a written copy of documents which the new managers can go through and
understand in a better way.
The second P of 9Ps of induction is ‘People’ which is concerned with the facilitation of a
name-tag that helps in the determination of the new employees (Sprogoe & Elkjaer, 2010). When
FIT gym is introducing new General Managers then they should be called by the positions rather
than their individual names as the existing staff members might forget their names. Bulletin
boards or notice boards can be used for the induction process.
Further, ‘Power’ as the third P of 9Ps of induction which suggest that new employees are
needed to be well versed with their respective responsibilities into the organization and also, they
should be introduced with their reporting managers (Antonacopoulou & Guttel, 2010). Similarly,
in the process of induction program of FIT gym, it is crucial that the new General Managers have
a clear understanding of their duties, responsibilities and authority into the organization and also
guidance of appropriate behavior into the organization which is unwritten but needs to be
communicated in a coherent manner.
Question 3(b)
Designing of an induction program involves welcoming of the new employees by
introducing them the norms and policies of the organization (Srimannarayana, 2016). Moreover,
in order to prepare one day induction program for FIT gym in order to welcome the new General
Managers that are being recruited, the following design can be adopted:
Criteria List of Activities to be undertaken
Introduction to Organization  Communication of FIT gym goals,
values, purpose and culture.
 Proper visit of the work area along

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with the social areas like canteen,
library etc.
 At this, information needs must be
fulfilled for the managers.
Introduction with the existing staff  FIT gym can use organization chart
for introducing the existing members
of the organization.
 Also, introduction with the reporting
managers.
Terms and Conditions  Communication of the relevant
information that includes the policies
and terms of employment.
Performance Standards  Outlining of Job Description by
making the General Managers aware
about the job roles and
responsibilities.
 Defining of the FIT gym goals and
future expectation from the newly
recruited managers.
Office System  Making the managers aware about the
tools used into the gym.
 Fair discussion of the important
security concerns and the usage of
software.
Training  Necessary training that is required for
first day that aligns with the
manager’s core qualities.
 Personal Development Planning Tools
can be used by FIT gym for ensuring
the training of new General Managers.
Monitoring and Evaluation  Reviewing and monitoring the

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 Preparation of check lists and
handbooks.
 Taking a meeting at the end of the day
to measure the success of the
induction program and also making
conversations with General Managers
to solve the queries (if any).

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References
Andriotis, N. (2017, July 1). Streamline The Employee Induction Process With Just 5 Tips.
Retrieved October 14, 2019, from efront:
https://www.efrontlearning.com/blog/2017/07/steps-successful-employee-induction-
process-2.html
Antonacopoulou, E., & Guttel, W. (2010). Staff induction practices and organizational
socialization: A review and extension of the debate. Society and business review, 5(1),
22-47.
Sprogoe, J., & Elkjaer, B. (2010). Induction–organizational renewal and the maintenance of
status quo. Society and Business Review, 5(2), 130-143.
Srimannarayana, M. (2016). Designing new employee orientation programs: an empirical study.
The Indian Journal of Industrial Relations, 51(4), 620-632.