BMP 6026 International HRM Assessment 1 Case Study Report 2025/26 | UGM

BMP 6026 Assessment 1 Brief

Learning Outcomes Assessed: 

LO1: Critically appraise the impact of culture on managerial decision making in relation to Human Resource Management
LO2: Evaluate the management of people as a business resource integral to international organisational strategies.

Assessment Brief

Assignment Task 1 – Case Study Report (50%) – 2500 words

While it is a known fact that Human Resource Management issues are more diverse in the global environment, it is also established that understanding international human resources is becoming increasingly eminent in the making or breaking of global business. 
 
The first assessment will be a case-study report (50%) in which you will examine a topical HR issue for a real-life organisation. In your report, you should choose an organisation (either multinational or transnational – seek tutor’s approval) and critically appraise the impact of national culture on their managerial decisions in relation to human resource management (discuss how IHRM decisions and operations are affected by cultural practices – Use examples from different operational locations to assess the impact of national cultures, a minimum of two countries wherever your chosen organisation is operating). Also include an evaluation of the chosen companies’ international strategies with regards to management of people as a business resource.

You should submit your work in the form of a report of 2500 words through Turnitin (via Moodle). You are required to include a reference list and to reference your work according to the Harvard convention. Your REPORT should include examples from literature to illustrate your work.

Minimum Secondary Research Source Requirements: 

Level HE6 - It is expected that the Reference List will contain between fifteen to twenty sources. As a MINIMUM the Reference List should include three refereed academic journals and five academic books.

Excellent (70% and above): 

There is excellent conceptual understanding supported by a comprehensive discussion of the literature relating to the study of International HRM. The presentation is fluent, concise and extremely well written, with accurate citing and referencing displayed revealing an excellent standard of the research and study skills required. There are very effective integration and analysis of the theoretical and conceptual frameworks and models relating to International HRM. This is supported by thoughtful and incisive reflection and comprehensive evaluation of the key issues and themes introduced.

Very Good (60-69%): 

The work demonstrates a very good understanding supported by a wide discussion of the literature relating to the study of International HRM. The presentation is fluent and well written, with accurate citing and referencing displayed revealing an acceptable standard of the research and study skills required. There are clear integration and analysis of the theoretical and conceptual frameworks and models relating to International HRM. This is supported by thoughtful reflection and evaluation of the key issues and themes introduced

Good (50-59%): 

There is broader understanding supported by good discussion of the literature relating to the study of International HRM. The presentation is fairly fluent, with appropriate citing and referencing displayed revealing an acceptable standard of the research and study skills required. There is integration and analysis of the theoretical and conceptual frameworks and models relating to International HRM. This is supported by elementary reflection and evaluation of the key issues and themes introduced.

Satisfactory (40-49%)

The work demonstrates a basic understanding supported by only a limited discussion of the literature relating to the study of International HRM. The presentation is coherent, although there are some omissions in the text in terms of the citing and referencing used revealing a rudimentary grasp of the research and study skills required. There is limited if any integration and analysis of the theoretical and conceptual frameworks and models relating to International HRM. There is poor reflection and evaluation of the key issues and themes introduced.

Fail (39% and below): 

There are deficiencies or omissions in the level of discussion and scope of the literature relating to the study of International HRM. There is incomplete presentation, inaccurate citing and referencing showing limited research and study skills. The written style lacks fluency and comprehension. There is a poor grasp of the theoretical and conceptual frameworks and models. The work shows little or no analysis of the key issues, concepts and frameworks relating to International HRM. There is poor integration of these areas in relation to the question set. Fail: Students who do not meet the requirements of a third-class grade will not successfully complete the assessment activity.