Human Resource Management (HRM)
Assignment 1a
Job Analysis: Job Description, Job Specification, and Job Advertisement Design
Topic: Job Analysis
Assignment Type: Individual Assignment
Submission Format: Typed Document (PDF/Word) + Canva Ad (Image/PDF)
Objective:
To understand and apply the core concepts of Job Analysis by preparing Job Descriptions,
Job Specifications, and a job advertisement for real-world or hypothetical jobs.
Instructions:
1. Choose Three Special Jobs
select any three specialized job roles from diverse industries. Examples include:
o Data Scientist
o Airline Cabin Crew
o Robotics Technician
(Students may also select any job of their interest.)
2. For Each Job Selected, Write the Following:
A. Job Description (Approx. 150–200 words)
Include details such as:
Job Title
Job Location
Job Summary
Duties and Responsibilities
Working Conditions
Reporting Line
B. Job Specification (Approx. 100–150 words)
Include:
Education Qualification
Experience Required
Skills and Competencies
Physical and Mental Attributes
Personal Traits
3. Design a Job Advertisement (Ad)
Choose any one of the three jobs.
Use Canva or a similar graphic design tool to create a professional and
appealing job ad.
Ensure the ad includes:
Company name/logo (can be fictional)
Job Title and Role Summary
Key Requirements
Call to Action (e.g., “Apply Now”)
Assignment 1B
Exploring Future Trends in Human Resource Management
Objective
To critically explore and analyze emerging and future trends in Human Resource Management
(HRM), highlighting their implications on business strategies and HR practices.
Select Any Three Future Trends in HRM
Students are expected to choose any three recent or emerging trends that are expected to
shape the future of HRM. Suggested topics include but are not limited to:
Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment and Selection
Remote Work and Hybrid Work Models
People Analytics / HR Metrics
Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
Employee Well-being and Mental Health
DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion)
Gig Economy and Freelance Workforce
Reskilling and Up skilling
Digital HR Platforms (HRMS, HRIS)
Employer Branding and Talent Wars
Prepare a Structured Report (800–1000 words)
Your report should include:
Title Page (Name, Register Number, Class, Title)
Introduction: Overview of changing HR landscape
Main Content: Detailed discussion on 3 selected trends
Define each trend clearly
Discuss global and Indian examples/cases (if available)
Analyze the opportunities, challenges, and strategic HR implications
Conclusion and references to be added
Assignment 1C
Title: Comparative Analysis of HRM Practices in Two Indian Companies
Objective
To enable students to analyze and compare the Human Resource Management practices of two
selected Indian companies, understand strategic HR approaches, and derive insights on how HR
practices influence organizational performance.
Company Selection
Choose any two well-known Indian companies (preferably from different sectors –
e.g., Infosys vs. Tata Motors, Wipro vs. ITC, HDFC Bank vs. Maruti Suzuki).
Avoid start-ups or companies with limited publicly available HR data.
Introduction
Company Profiles
Sector, size, vision, workforce strength
Key Findings
Conclusion
Assignment 2: Strategic HR Planning in a Real-World Company
a. Title: HR Planning Process & Challenges in a Chosen Organization
Objective: Understand and evaluate the HR planning process, forecasting tools, and
challenges faced by organizations.
Instructions:
1. Select any one company (preferably from IT, manufacturing, healthcare)
2. Describe the HRP process followed by the company (Step-by-step).
3. Identify tools used for demand forecasting (e.g., trend analysis, Delphi method).
4. List barriers and challenges the organization faces in HR planning.
5. Analyze benefits achieved from effective HR planning.
b. Title: Innovative HRM Practices & Future Trends in HR in Indian Organizations
Objective: Explore and present innovative HRM practices and future HR trends adopted by
Indian companies.
Instructions:
1. Choose any 2 Indian organizations known for innovative HR practices (e.g., TCS,
Infosys, HUL, and Wipro).
2. Research or contact HR teams to collect information on:
Hybrid work models
Diversity & inclusion
Employee well-being and engagement
Use of AI and HR tech tools
3. Prepare a comparative report outlining:
3 innovations from each company
Key outcomes/impacts
How these practices support sustainability
c. Title: Evaluating the Performance Management System of a Mid-sized Organization
Objective: Understand real-world performance appraisal systems and their impact on
employee development.
Instructions:
1. Choose any medium-sized enterprise or family-run business (150–500 employees).
2. Obtain permission to analyze their PMS (interview HR manager if possible).
3. Collect information on:
Performance appraisal methods used
Frequency & fairness of the process
Rating systems (e.g., 360-degree, BARS)
Linkage with compensation, promotion, training
Based on all the above content prepare a report of the same and upload in the rovelabs
