MHR612 Human Resource Management Assignment Questions | AeU

Assignment Instructions:

Part 1: Interview Preparation (10%)

1. Identify a company and schedule an interview with its HR manager. The company should preferably be in an industry relevant to your career interests.

2. Prepare a structured set of interview questions covering key HR areas, such as:

• HR policies and practices
• Talent acquisition and retention strategies
• Employee performance management
• Training & development programs
• Legal and ethical considerations in HR
• HR’s role in organizational performance
• Current challenges and future trends in HR

Part 2: Conducting the Interview

1. Conduct the interview professionally, ensuring that responses are recorded accurately.

2. Take detailed notes or record the conversation (with permission).

3. Summarize key takeaways from the discussion.

Part 3: HR Analysis Report (30%)

1. Prepare a formal report (2,500–3,000 words) that includes:

2. Title Page – Include the assignment title, student name, course, and date.

3. Executive Summary – Briefly summarize the key insights from the interview.

4. Introduction – State the purpose of the assignment, company profile, and the HR manager’s role.

5. Interview Findings & Analysis – Present responses and analyze them using HR concepts and theories. Discuss alignment with best practices and empirical research.

6. Legal & Ethical Considerations – Evaluate the company’s HR compliance with legal standards.

7. HR Leadership & Problem-Solving – Analyze how HR leadership contributes to handling workplace challenges.

8. Recommendations – Provide suggestions for improving HR practices based on your findings.

9. Conclusion – Summarize key learning points.

10. References – Cite sources using APA/Harvard style.

11. Appendix – Attach the interview questions and transcript (if applicable).

Part 4: Oral Presentation (20%)

Students will present their key findings individually. The presentation should Be 15-20 minutes long.
Include slides summarizing the interview insights, analysis, and recommendations.

Assignment Guidelines

1. Typed using 1.5 line spacing, 12-point font. • Font type: Times New Roman (12-point font)/Arial (11-point font)

2. APA referencing format (in-text citations and reference lists must be parallel).

3. You are required to use reliable references. The references may include journals, articles, books, secondary data and others.

4. References must be written using the APA referencing system.

5. Academic Rulings.

The standard procedure for late submission cases states that INCOMPLETE cases can only be reviewed in the following semester.

6. MQA Requirement: Compulsory

Please ensure originality in your work. Turnitin is embedded in your assignment link. Plagiarism penalties apply if detected. Prioritize academic integrity. Review your work thoroughly. For assistance, contact library@aeu.edu.my regarding any Turnitin-related issues.