Reflective Paper
The primary function of human resource management is to increase the effectiveness and contribution of employees in the attainment of organizational goals and objectives. Consider all the areas of HRM that have been discussed in class:
a. EEO and Affirmative Action,
b. Human resources planning, recruitment, and selection,
c. Human resources development,
d. Compensation and benefits,
e. Safety and Health, and
f. Employee and labor relations.
Explain how these aspects work together to perform that primary function. Are any aspects more important than the others? Why or why not? How do you believe the HRM role can be optimized for shaping organizational and employee behavior?
The Reflective Paper must:
(a) identify the main issues in the chosen area,
(b) demonstrate new learning that has occurred,
(c) include class activities or incidents that facilitated learning and understanding,
(d) identify specific current and/or future applications and relevance to your workplace, and
(e) reflect the potential impact to your future career plans or even in your personal life at home. The emphasis of the Reflective
Paper should be on parts ‘d’ and ‘e,’ and on the application of new learning. Explore, in depth, the benefits of the new learning and understanding that has taken place.
Writing the Reflective Paper
The Reflective Paper:
a. Should be seven to eight double-spaced pages in length, excluding the cover page and reference page, and formatted according to APA style as outlined
b. Should begin with an introductory paragraph that has a succinct thesis statement.
c. Should address the topic of the paper with critical thought.
d. Should end with a conclusion that reaffirms your thesis.
e. Should use at least one scholarly source, in addition to the text.
f. Should document all sources in APA style.
g. Should include, on the final page, a Reference List that is completed according to APA style as outlined in your approved style guide and has at least one reference in addition to the text.
CITED: Youssef, C. (2015). Human resource management. (2nd ed.). San Diego, CA: Bridgepoint Education.