HRMT 301 Assignment 1 Due: After completion of Lessons 1–4 Credit weight: 25% of your final grade Expectations: 500–750 words Summary: Conducting a job analysis Format Prepare your assignment in a f

HRMT 301 Assignment 1

Due: After completion of Lessons 1–4

Credit weight: 25% of your final grade

Expectations: 500–750 words

Summary: Conducting a job analysis

Format

Prepare your assignment in a format that is compatible with Microsoft Office. When naming your assignment file for submission, be sure to include your last name, the course name, and the assignment number, as in this example:

Smith_HRMT301v5_Assign1.docx

When your assignment is complete, return to the Assignment 1 link on the course website, and follow the instructions for submitting it.

Questions (40 marks total)

In your own words, explain the purpose of job analysis and why it is important. (5 marks)
Outline a job analysis for a position you have held or a position within an organization you are familiar with.

Begin by explaining why you chose this job for your report, and then use the 12 steps of the “Guidelines for Conducting a Job Analysis” framework in Lesson 4 of your textbook (p. 146) to complete the job analysis.

Clearly label and apply each of the 12 steps in your job analysis. Include citations and references as appropriate. (30 marks)

Explain your choice of job analysis method (step 4 of the framework). (5 marks)

Instructions

Use headings and sub-headings to clearly indicate which parts of the assignment you are answering in each section of your response.
Your answers must demonstrate knowledge of the course materials and be based upon or reference an authority. Clearly reference any information that you quote directly or paraphrase, using APA Style.
All quotations and sources of ideas (paraphrased) should be identified by in-text citations and a reference list, including material from the textbook, course readings, course site, or any other source.
The Athabasca University Calendar contains information about interpretations of and penalties for plagiarism and academic misconduct. Please review this information.
Contact your Academic Expert via the Student Support Portal if you have any questions about this assignment or how to cite paraphrased or quoted material correctly. The Student Support Portal can be accessed by clicking on the “Make a Request” button in the top right-hand corner of your screen from the course homepage.

Evaluation Rubric

	Exceeds Expectations	Meets Expectations	Partially Meets Expectations
Marks	3.6–5	2.1–3.5	0–2
Q1 /5	Demonstrates a strong understanding of the purpose and importance of job analysis. Answer is well supported by relevant course concepts and theories. Writing style is clear, concise, and appropriate for business communication; student applies correct grammar, spelling, and structure; complies with APA Style.	Demonstrates an acceptable understanding of the purpose and importance of job analysis. Answer includes some use of relevant course concepts and theories to support response. Writing contains some errors in grammar, spelling, and structure and/or does not consistently comply with APA Style.	Demonstrates a developing or poor understanding of the purpose and importance of job analysis. Answer includes minimal or no relevant course concepts and theories to support response. Writing contains many errors in grammar, spelling, and structure and/or poorly complies with APA Style.
Marks	23–30 marks	16–22 marks	0–15 marks
Q2 /30	Demonstrates excellent understanding of the 12 steps in conducting a job analysis. Job analysis demonstrates a high level of understanding of applicable theories and concepts. Writing style is clear and concise and appropriate for business communication; student applies correct grammar, spelling, and structure; complies with APA Style.	Demonstrates a basic understanding of the 12 steps in conducting a job analysis. Job analysis demonstrates an acceptable level of understanding of applicable theories and concepts. Writing contains some errors in grammar, spelling, and structure and/or does not consistently comply with APA Style.	Demonstrates a poor understanding of the 12 steps in conducting a job analysis. Job analysis demonstrates a poor understanding of applicable theories and concepts. Writing contains many errors in grammar, spelling, and structure and/or poorly complies with APA Style.
Marks	3.6–5	2.1–3.5	0–2
Q3 /5	Demonstrates an excellent understanding of the various job analysis methods and application for use. States several relevant and detailed arguments to support their response. Writing style is clear and concise and appropriate for business communication; student applies correct grammar, spelling, and structure; complies with APA Style.	Demonstrates a basic understanding of the various job analysis methods and application for use. States relevant arguments to support their response. Writing contains some errors in grammar, spelling, and structure and/or does not consistently comply with APA Style.	Demonstrates some understanding of the various job analysis methods and application for use. Fails to state relevant or sufficient arguments to support their response. Writing contains many errors in grammar, spelling, and structure and/or poorly complies with APA Style.