Reflective Paper - HR

Reflective Paper – Additional Instructions

The Reflective Paper should demonstrate understanding of the reading assignments as well as the implications of new knowledge. The eight-page paper should integrate readings and class discussions into work and life experience. It may include explanation and examples from previous experience as well as implications for future application.

The purpose of the Reflective Paper is for you to culminate the learning achieved in the course by describing your understanding and application of knowledge in the field of human resource management.

Focus of the Reflective Paper

1. 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 (I expect to see a section heading for each of these sections in your paper where you discuss each one in detail):

• EEO and Affirmative Action,

• Human resources planning, recruitment, and selection,

• Human resources development,

• Compensation and benefits,

• Safety and Health, and

• Employee and labor relations.

2. After discussing each of those sections in detail, in a separate section, explain how these aspects work together to perform that primary function.

3. Then in a separate section explain, in your opinion, which of these aspects are more important than the others. There is no wrong or right answer, but you must defend your answer in detail.

4. In a final section, discuss how the HRM role can be optimized for shaping organizational and employee behavior.

5. Throughout the paper, or in a separate section all together, (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:

• Must be eight double-spaced pages in length, excluding the cover page and reference page, and formatted according to APA style as outlined in your approved style guide.

• Must include a cover page that includes:

  • Name of paper

  • Student's name

  • Course number and name

  • Instructor's name

  • Date submitted

• Must include an introductory paragraph with a succinct thesis statement.

• Must address the topic of the paper with critical thought.

• Must conclude with a restatement of the thesis and a conclusion paragraph.

• Must use APA style as outlined in your approved style guide to document all sources.

• Must include, on the final page, a Reference List that is completed according to APA style as outlined in your approved style guide.