Nestle Project: Analyzing Recruitment, Selection, Training Processes

This report presents an in-depth analysis of a project focused on enhancing Nestle's recruitment, selection, and training processes to meet international requirements. The introduction provides a background on globalization, project management, and Nestle's global presence. Task 1 outlines the project's aims and objectives, including a case study on Nestle, and defines the research purpose and questions. It also includes a project management plan covering cost, scope, time, quality, communication, risk, and resources. A work breakdown structure and Gantt chart are also developed to provide a timeframe. Task 2 details the research methodology, employing qualitative research methods with a questionnaire to gather primary data. Task 3 analyzes the research data using appropriate tools and techniques, presenting findings on the concepts of recruitment, selection, training and its benefits to a company, providing an analysis of the data collected. The report concludes with recommendations and reflections on the value of the research and its impact on achieving stated objectives.

MANAGING A
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Contents
TASK 1..........................................................................................................................................................3
P1Project aims and objectives.................................................................................................................3
P2 Project management plan that covers cost, scope, time, quality, communication, risk and resources
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P3 Work breakdown structure and Gantt chart to provide time-frame..................................................6
TASK 2..........................................................................................................................................................9
P4 Small scale research by applying qualitative and quantitative research methods..............................9
TASK 3........................................................................................................................................................11
P5 Analyse research and data using appropriate tools & techniques....................................................11
P6 Communicate appropriate recommendations as a result of research and data analysis.................14
TASK 4........................................................................................................................................................15
P7 Reflect on the value of undertaking research to achieve stated objectives and own learning &
performance..........................................................................................................................................15
CONCLUSION.............................................................................................................................................16
REFERENCES..............................................................................................................................................17

Title: How do multinational companies improve the recruitment, selection and training of their
employees to meet International requirements.
INTRODUCTION
Globalization is a procedure which integrates regional and national societies, economies
and culture in a unified manner with the help of global trade. It describes the interlink among
various parts of world due to which expansion in international trade and economic activities
takes place. Project management is a practice which plan, initiate, formulate, control, execute the
work of a project in a systematic manner. This will benefit the company in achieving desired
outcomes in a specific time period. Managing a project in a proper way is a complex procedure
and require focus on aspects like time, cost, scope etc. This report is based on Nestle which is a
Swiss food and drink organisation, situated in Vaud, Switzerland. It will cover objectives and
aims of company and a project management plan. Also, Gantt chart and work breakdown
structure will be prepared. Data analysis and research is done and in accordance with that valid
recommendations and conclusion will be provided.
TASK 1
P1Project aims and objectives
Background of the research
Every company want to hold a strong position in local, regional and foreign market that
will help them in achieving their desired goals in a proper manner. To achieve these goals and
objectives, updated technology and sufficient amount of funds are requiredso that all the work
can be performed in an efficient manner. To satisfy international demand, an organisation is
needed to improve its recruiting, selecting and training process. It will benefit the company in
working appropriately in complex and changing situations. NESTLE is a transnational company
dealing in food and drinks sector. Company is situated in Vaud, Switzerland. It is the largest
company around globe in terms of revenues. Company provides confectionery, snacks, breakfast,
pet food etc. in context with present situation, company is operating worldwide. To sustain is
strong presence in market, it is essential for company to hire and select suitable workforce that is
able to manage business operations at global level.
Purpose of the research

Main purpose to carry out this research is to identify the ways in which multinational
organisation can improve their recruitment, selection and required training of employees. It will
support the firm in enhancing the working productivity of workers that will benefits in
achievement of organizational goals and procedures. Also, it will benefits NESTLE in attaining
all international needs om an appropriate manner so that market shares of firm can enhance
profitably. In accordance with researchers view point, this research will increase the professional
and personal knowledge of researcher that will help them in conducting future researches.
Aim: “To identify the requirement of improvement in recruitment, selection and training
of workers for multinational companies to satisfy international needs.” A case study on Nestle.
Objectives:
 To understand the concept of recruitment, selection and training.
 To analyze the importance of recruitment, selection and training for Nestle while
business expansion in international market.
 To determine the ways that will benefits Nestle in improving their recruitment, selection
and training process.
Questions:
 Do you understand the concept of recruitment, selection and training?
 What is the importance of recruitment, selection and training for Nestle while business
expansion in international market?
 What are the ways that will benefits Nestle in improving their recruitment, selection and
training process?
P2 Project management plan that covers cost, scope, time, quality, communication, risk and
resources

Project management plan is an approved and formal document which is needed to properly
execute a business project. It defines the action which are important to describe, integrate,
coordinate, plan and execute various planning activities. It will define proper way by which
Nestle can complete its project profitably. Different aspects which are related with project
management plan of Nestle are time, scope, risk, resources, cost, quality etc. These aspects are
mentioned below:
 Cost: It is considered as one of the essential aspect while managing a project. Estimation
of cost will benefit an organisation in understanding the amount of finances which are
needed to execute project in a proper manner. To manage a project properly, it is
essential for the researcher to have sufficient money so that all work can be performed in
a timely manner. Proper budget will help Nestle in preparing budget that will include all
estimated costs required in improving recruiting, training and selecting process of
company. For company, estimated cost is 32000 pounds. Project manager of company
have to perform all activities under this cost. From researcher’s side, estimated cost is
200 pounds.
 Scope: This project is started to analyse various factors that will help in carrying out
improvements in selecting and recruiting process so that capable skills can be hired. It
will enhance the brand reputation of Nestle in regional and foreign market. It defines that
the research scope is very high and will help the company in achieving its purpose of
conducting research. For researcher’s side, scope is wide as conducting this research will
help in gaining new information and experience which will be helpful for future
researches.
 Time: To operate a project in a proper manner, sufficient time is needed. If estimates
time will be less, then mismanagement of activities will take place. Estimated time for
company to accomplish this project is 11 weeks. For researcher, estimated time is 7
weeks. Sufficient time will allow the team member of project to carry out each activity in
an organised manner.
 Quality:It is another essential aspect which is associated with managing a project. While
managing a project, quality is evaluated according to the techniques and tools that are
used. If appropriate methods and techniques will be implemented, then required research

will also take place properly. In context with Nestle, effective training and regular
discussions will help company in performing project activity.
 Communication: Without effective communication methods, it is complex for project
members to interact and share information with each other. Ineffective communication
and interaction can result in project failure. Project members of Nestle can use several
communication tools to interact and communicate with each other like printed
documents, telephonic conversations, e-mails, voice conferencing etc. form researcher’s
side required communication tools will be phone calls, e-mails and SMS to gather
relevant and required information.
 Risk: Different risks which can be faced by researchers while carrying out research is
lack of information, insufficient funds or mismanagement of time. For company,
potential risks can be lack of investment and finances, time mismanagement and
improper communication.
 Resources:To manage business activities and operations in a proper way, sufficient
resources are needed. In case of Nestle, important resources will be advanced technology,
capital, finances and human resources. For researcher, required resources will be money,
books, internet, magazines etc.
P3 Work breakdown structure and Gantt chart to provide time-frame
Work break-down structure: WBS is a key project deliverable which organises and
divides the work of project in different manageable parts. It specifies the project scope into small
sections which are easily manageable and will get completed in a timely manner.

Gantt chart: This bar chart will define the project schedule in a systematic manner. This chart
will describe all the project operations and activities in a graphical and timely manner. It is a
popular chart which specifies the imitation and ending of project in an organised manner. This
tool will properly examine, monitor and schedule the work project of Nestle. This will help
Nestle to accomplish its goals properly.

TASK 2
P4 Small scale research by applying qualitative and quantitative research methods
There are two research methods which helps in performing research in a proper manner.
These methods are defined below:
Qualitative research: This is an exploratory research and helps in understanding the
opinions and reasons for a particular topic. This method will assist in developing a thesis that
will be helpful in carrying out research. It involves unstructured or semi-structured techniques
like direct interviews, focus groups, observations etc.
Quantitative research: This research method aims to solve issues and problems with the
help of statistics and numerical data. It will help in quantifying the behaviour and perspective of
sample individuals which will denotes the entire population. In this method, data will be
collected in the form of interview, systematic observations, studies or surveys.
Primary research method:This method will help in collecting raw information and data
which is not collected and used before. This research can be performed by using tools like
interviews, questionnaires and observations etc.
Secondary research method: It includes usage of information and data which are
already collected by primary research. In this, the researcher will use information which is
gathered with the help of books, journals, internet, online links, websites etc.
For this specific project, the researcher has used qualitative method of research. In this,
primary research will be used in the form of questionnaire. Under questionnaire, some questions
will be asked to random people and answers given by them will be treated as the opinion of
entire population.
Questionnaire:
Q1) Do you understand the concept of recruitment, selection and training?
 Yes
 No
Q2) Do you think improving recruitment and selection of workforce will benefit a
company in satisfying international requirements?

 Yes
 No
Q3) What are the reasons for Nestle to improve its recruitment, selection and training
process?
 Increased profit margins
 Increased revenues
 Enhanced brand reputation
Q4) What are the advantages a company can achieve by improvements in recruitment,
selection and training procedure?
 Skilled working staff
 Improved organisational productivity
Q5) What barriers can exist while improving recruitment, selection and training of
employees?
 Shortage of funds
 Uninterested staff
 Lack of understanding
Q6) How barriers can be eliminated so that recruitment, selection and training process of
employees can be improved appropriately?
 High investment in training
 Regular meetings and seminars
Q7) Do you feel employee training will help Nestle in meeting different needs in a global
manner?
 Yes
 No
Q8) what will be the impact of improvement intraining processes for workers in Nestle?
 Timely work accomplishment
 Enhanced working capability of staff
 Reduced employee turnover
Q9) Recommend different ways by which Nestle can improve its recruiting, training and
selection methods in an effective manner.

TASK 3
P5 Analyse research and data using appropriate tools & techniques
THEME 1: Concept of recruitment, selection and training
Q1) Do you understand the concept of recruitment, selection and training? Frequency
 Yes 40
 No 10
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Interpretation: From above mentioned graph, it has been analyzed that out of total 50
respondents, 40 people are familiar with the concepts associated with recruiting, selecting and
training of employees where as other 10 people have no idea about this.
THEME 2: Benefits of improvement in recruitment and selection to a company
Q2) Do you think improving recruitment and selection of workforce will
benefit a company in satisfying international requirements?
Frequency
 Yes 35
 No 15

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Interpretation: From above mentioned picture, it is stated that out of total 50 peoples, 35
individuals believes that required improvements in recruitment, training and selection procedure
will benefit a company in meeting international standards. This is because skilled staff will be
hired and training will enhance their working capabilities. Other 15 individuals believe that it
will not benefits an organisation in achieving international requirements.
THEME 3: Reasons for Nestle to improve its recruitment, selection and training process
Q3) What are the reasons for Nestle to improve its recruitment, selection and
training process?
Frequency
 Increased profit margins 30
 Increased revenues 12
 Enhanced brand reputation 8