Managing a Successful Business Project: Nestle Recruitment & Training

This report provides a comprehensive analysis of Nestle's project management plan, focusing on the improvement of recruitment, selection, and training of employees to meet international requirements. The report begins with an introduction to globalization and its impact on multinational companies like Nestle. It outlines the project's aims and objectives, including a case study on Nestle. The report then details the development of a project management plan, including cost analysis, scope definition, time management, quality control, communication strategies, risk assessment, and resource allocation. A work breakdown structure and Gantt chart are presented to illustrate project timelines and task organization. The research methodology incorporates both qualitative and quantitative research methods, including data collection through questionnaires. The analysis and interpretation of collected information are discussed, followed by recommendations for improving employee performance. The significance of conducting the research is highlighted, and the report concludes with a summary of findings and a list of references and appendices. The report offers insights into the challenges and strategies involved in managing a successful business project within a global context, specifically focusing on human resource management practices within Nestle.

Managing a
Successful
Business Project

Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION...........................................................................................................................3
TASK1.............................................................................................................................................3
P1. Project aims and objectives...................................................................................................3
P2. Developing the management plan for the appropriate project..............................................4
P3. Work breakdown structure and Gantt chart..........................................................................6
TASK2.............................................................................................................................................8
P4. Investigation by considering different method of research...................................................8
TASK3...........................................................................................................................................10
P5. Analyses and interpretation of collected information. .......................................................10
P6. Communicate appropriate recommendations.....................................................................22
TASK4...........................................................................................................................................22
P7. Significance of conducting the research.............................................................................22
CONLCUSION..............................................................................................................................23
REFERENCE.................................................................................................................................24
APPENDIX I.................................................................................................................................25
APPENDIX II
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INTRODUCTION
The term globalisation helps in integration and exchange of knowledge, resources,
labour, technology, currency, etc. between different regions, nations, countries (Nohria, 2017).
The organisation which is to be considered for this investigation is Nestle which has initiated its
operations from the year 1866 and serves various products and services to the people including
baby products, confectionery, breakfast cereals, ice creams, etc. This research will focus on
establishing the aims and objectives for the selected brief. For successful completion of the
research, the researcher will produce the project management plan. The investigator will further
use the work break down structure and Gantt chart in order to provide relevant time for each
activities. Apart from this, the investigator will use quantitative and qualitative research methods.
Furthermore, the evaluation and interpretation of the gathered information will be done. The last
part of the research will emphasis on recommendations and personal experience of the
researcher.
TASK1
P1. Project aims and objectives
TITLE:
“How do multinational companies improve the recruitment, selection and training of their
employees to meet International requirements?”. A Case Study on Nestle.
INRODUCTION
Multinational companies are those which are operating its businesses in more than the
one country or other than the home country. This is possible for the companies with the help of
globalisation. This concept is the most prevailing in the existing business market and have the
immense ability for the expansion of businesses (Neuman and Robson, 2014). When the
organisation expand their business into the global business world then it becomes important for
the companies to concentrate on improving the recruitment, selection and training of the
employees. The process of recruitment is the one which is used by the human resource
department where they explore for the respective candidate and inspires them to apply for the
jobs in the company. The selection is the process which helps in selecting a respective candidate
by applying various types of tests which depicts the attributes, skills and potential of the
candidates. The method of training is the one where the individuals are guided through relevant

tools and methods which will contribute in improving their learning abilities. Therefore, these
process needs to be improved in the organisation so that the employees can be effectively
contribute in accomplishing the objectives of the company by considering the international and
global requirements.
RESEARCH AIM:
“How do multinational companies improve the recruitment, selection and training of their
employees to meet International requirements?”. A caste study on Nestle.
REREACH OBJECTIVES:
 To examine the aspect of globalisation.
 To determine the importance of improving the recruitment, selection and training of
employees to meet global requirements in Nestle.
 To study the impact of training methods on employees of Nestle.
RESEARCH QUESTIONS:
 What is the aspect of globalisation?
 How will you determine the importance of improving the recruitment, selection and
training of employees to meet global requirements in Nestle?
 What will be the impact of training methods on employees of Nestle?
P2. Developing the management plan for the appropriate project.
Every business organisation is required to have certain set of plans through which the
organisation can operate and function effectively and efficiently (Mattel, 2015). The project
management plan is required to form and highlight the basic requirements of the project which
are crucial for the attainment of objectives and goals of the Nestle. These plans are written in a
formal and authorised document where in the researcher places emphasis on key constituents that
plays a vital role in the successful completion of the research. There are various constituents
which are to be taken into consideration for developing a successful project management plan
and they are discussed below:
 Cost: The term cost means that the total amount which is required for completing the
research and project successfully (Larson and Gray, 2017). No business research or plan
can be taken into action without the appropriate amount of funds because each and every
activity needs money. Therefore, the cost required to complete the project by the
organisation is estimated at £10000. Apart from this, the investigator will also require

money to meet the daily expenses like stationary, travelling, etc. and it is computed at
£2000.
 Scope: The scope of the business plan is concerned with combination of different goals
and various necessities for completing the project (Kerzner, 2017). Thus, the scope of the
project management plan for Nestle is required to have proper planning and the
availability of various resources so that the different activities can be accomplished in the
desired and set manner.
 Time: The time is referred to as the total computed time frame which is required to
complete the project. It is one of the most crucial elements because every project is set
for temporary duration and specific purpose. When that purpose is fulfilled then the
project is said to be completed. Therefore, the approximated time needs to complete the
project by the Nestle is 12 weeks whereas, the total time needed by the investigator to
accomplish the research is computed at 8 weeks.
 Quality: The quality is referred to as the standard or superiority of gathered subject
matter. It is very important that the collected information and data must be of proper
quality so that proper results can be framed and analysed. The gathered information must
be authentic, relevant, verifiable, justifiable that helps in completing the research
effectively.
 Communication: The term communication is concerned with the the mode through
which the proper communication can be done (Fleming and Koppelman, 2016). It is
crucial for the Nestle so that people will be clear of the organisational goals and the
manner to attain the same. Therefore, the different communication tools which will be
used by the Nestle includes presentations, seminars, meetings, etc. whereas investigator
will need tools and methods for communication like telephone connection, broadband
and internet services, etc.
 Risk: The term risk is the most unforeseen factor which can affect the business enterprise
adversely. There are different types of risk which must be identified and analysed by the
Nestle for better operation of the company. Therefore, the risk which will be faced by the
Nestle involves lack of privacy, confidentiality of data, hacking, etc. whereas, the risk
which will be faced by the researcher involves the unfair transmission of information,
poor communication skills, etc.

 Resources: For every project, numerous resources are needed so that the project can be
completed effectively and efficiently (Eskerod and Jepsen, 2016). For completing this
investigation, the Nestle will need resources like expert and qualified workforce,
financial resources, etc. whereas, investigator will need resources like money for meeting
every day expenses, effective research and communication skills, knowledge, etc.
From the above mentioned numerous constituents, the project management plan can be
set effectively and efficiently. The success of the project is entirely dependent on such factors
because they provide the base and guideline for the initiation of the project.
P3. Work breakdown structure and Gantt chart
Work break down structure: The concept of work break down structure is concerned
with the hierarchical structure in which the larger task or work is broken down into small parts.
When the work is divided into small portions then it becomes easy and simpler to assign work to
the people according to their skills and capabilities (Ekwoaba, Ikeije and Ufoma, 2015). This
will be adopted by the Nestle so that the company can decide upon proper allocation of budgets
for the different tasks. This further helps in easy identification of various types of risk which are
associated with the projects.

Gantt chart: This is concept which is generally used in the project management plans. It
helps in assigning the relative time for completing the various activities of the projects in time.
This is basically the graphical representation by considering the time scale where the left corner
of the chart displays the different activities (Dipboye, 2017). This will be used so that the
company can monitor and track the different activities of the project effectively and efficiently.
This is created on Microsoft excel and by following this, the project will be completed on time
schedule.

TASK2
P4. Investigation by considering different method of research
Qualitative research: The qualitative research is the one where in the investigator uses
the behavioural aspect for conducting the investigation successfully. When an investigator
applies this methods, then they will be able to gain a learning related to the different opinion,
judgements, thoughts, etc. of the individuals. The following techniques through which qualitative
research can be conducted includes, questionnaire, survey, focus groups, observations, etc.
Quantitative research: The quantitative research is the one which involves the
numerical data and statistics for presenting the appropriate findings and results (Crawford,
2014). The information which is assembled under this is expressed in forms of numbers and the
interpretation is based on the numerical figures. This is the more verifiable and justifiable tool
for collecting the data. Under this, the researcher will gather the data from annual reports,
journals, etc.
Sources of data collection methods
 Primary data collection method: When the information or data is gathered and
assembled for the first time by the investigator then this is concerned with the primary
data collection method. In this the researcher will use questionnaire, survey, etc.
 Secondary data collection method: When the data or information is required to be
collected and gathered with the help of secondary sources or which has already been
collected before, then such data is said to be collection method is called secondary
(Bernard, 2017). In this, the investigator uses the information derived from journals,
magazines, newspapers, internet, etc.

Therefore, in this investigation, the investigator of Nestle has conducted the qualitative
research by using primary data collection method. In this, questionnaire form of data collection
has been used by the investigator and research is conducted on sample size of 30 people.
Questionnaire
Candidate:
Age:
Gender:
Q1. Are you aware of the aspect of globalisation?
A. Yes
B. No
Q2. How will you determine the importance of improving the recruitment, selection and
training of employees to meet global requirements in Nestle?
A. Analysing profitability
B. Examining the sales
C. Both
Q3. What will be the impact of training methods on employees of Nestle?
A. Improved performances
B. Better results
C. Increasing learning potential
D. All the above
Q4. What are the international requirements for the employees working in Nestle?
A. Multiple language skills
B. Experience
C. Knowledge of culture
D. All the above
Q5. How Nestle can improve recruitment methods?
A. Focussing more on innovative workforce
B. Identifying the actual kind of employees needed
C. Both
Q6. Is there any difference in providing training to the employee for domestic
requirements and international requirements in Nestle?

A. Yes
B. No
Q7. What are the major barriers that restricts the employees to work in international
countries?
A. Language problem
B. Unstable political condition
C. Difference in customs and beliefs
D. All of the above
Q8. Which method of training improves the employees performance in Nestle?
A. On the job
B. Off the job
Q9. Does recruitment has any link with technology?
A. Yes
B. No
Q10. Any recommendations for improving the performances of employees.
TASK3
P5. Analyses and interpretation of collected information.
THEME1: Aspect of globalisation
Are you aware of the aspect of
globalisation?
Frequency
Yes 25
No 5

Interpretation: The above graph has helped in analysing that from total of 30 people, 25
are well aware of the aspect of the globalisation because they are highly involved in the
businesses and searches way for their expansion. While 5 people are not aware of this aspect
because they have no interest in knowing business news and lives to fulfil daily requirements.
THEME2: Importance of improving the recruitment, selection and training of employees
to meet global requirements in Nestle
How will you determine the importance of
improving the recruitment, selection and
training of employees to meet global
requirements in Nestle?
Frequency
Analysing profitability 8
Examining the sales 7
Both 15
Yes No
0
5
10
15
20
25
25
5