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 Identify what you thought was the most important concept(s), method(s), term(s), and/or any other thing that you felt was worthy of your understanding. 

Also, provide a graduate-level response to each of the following questions:

Performance Management and Appraisal 

Learning Objectives

·  Describe performance management, the performance appraisal, and the performance appraisal process.

·  Explain the uses of performance appraisal and performance criteria.

·  Describe the choice of various performance appraisal methods.

·  Assess the effectiveness and limitations of performance appraisal practices.

·  Explain how to conduct the appraisal interview.

·  Summarize key trends in performance appraisal practice.

After reviewing this week’s text on Performance Management and Dan Pink’s The puzzle of motivation | Dan Pink TedTalk answer the following questions.

1.  What do you feel are the most important aspects of performance management?

2.  How do you feel the changing job market has changed performance management?

3.  How do you feel technology has changed performance management?

Your initial post should be based upon the assigned reading for the week, so the textbook should be a source listed in your reference section and cited within the body of the text. Other sources are not required but feel free to use them if they aid in your discussion

Your initial post should be at least 450+ words and in APA format (including Times New Roman with font size 12 and double spaced). Post the actual body of your paper in the discussion thread then attach a Word version of the paper for APA review

Part 4: Develop a Training or Intervention Strategy to Address the Needs

Creating a developmental strategy is the objective of the investigative segment of the project. The strategy may include the following.

1. Training Sessions
   1. Traditional classroom
   2. Simulations
   3. Self-managed strategies
   4. Opportunity to perform
2. Career management systems
   1. Self-assessment programs
   2. Mentoring systems
   3. Action planning
3. Organizational development intervention activities
   1. Team building
   2. Intergroup activities
   3. Survey feedback activities
   4. Education and training activities
   5. Structural activities
   6. Process consultation
   7. Blake-Mouton grid activities
   8. Third-party peacemaking
   9. Coaching and counseling
   10. Career planning
   11. Goal setting
4. System redesign
   1. Search conferences
   2. Confrontation meetings
   3. Strategic planning meetings

Part 5: Determine the Training or Intervention Cost and Quantify Expected Results

The fifth section of the Course Project is conducting a cost-benefit analysis. Training costs must be evaluated against anticipated results. This will only be palatable if, in the initial assessment, specific behaviors and processes and their impacts on the performance of the organization were determined. If so, conducting this final analytical segment should be possible.

Part 6: Develop a Method of Training Evaluation

Once you have completed the training, how will you know whether it has been successful? There are a variety of ways to evaluate training and development programs. Clearly identify the specific outcomes you expect from the project. Then develop a method of evaluating the effectiveness of your project.

Submit your assignment.

See the Syllabus section “Due Dates for Assignments & Exams” for due date information or check with your instructor.

Grading Criteria for Individual Course Project Final Paper (Week 7)

CategoryPoints%DescriptionBackground25 15.6%Acquaint the reader with the organization selected, why it was selected, and the specific division or department of interest. Fully discuss the corporate agenda, its business strategy, its environment, and its objectives. A professional overview of the organizational culture and values should be included in the analysis.Needs Assessment Design, Implementation, and Analysis40 25%Design a needs assessment that analyzes organizational objectives and goals and then examines the factors that affect reaching those goals. Your analysis should look at the organization, person, and task levels. Be sure you fully describe your methodologies, process, and results.Recommended Training Strategy and Design45 28.2%Outline your plan for developing a training model to meet the results of the needs assessment. It is important to recognize that training is not always the most cost effective solution to an organizational problem. Credit will be given for other creative and cost effective developmental modalities other than training. Professional justification is expected for the choices. Clearly outline the desired learning outcomes and include your specific recommended training methods. Fully address any learning environment and transfer-of-training issues.Cost-Benefit Analysis (ROI)25 15.6%Outline the cost of recommended training, the potential Return On Investment (ROI), and the expected results. A plan should be provided on how to justify the costs.Training Evaluation Plan25 15.6%Detail your methods for evaluating the effectiveness of the training after it has been completed. How will the organization know whether the training has been successful?Total Point Value160100%A quality paper will meet or exceed all of the above requirements.Submission Week DueParts of Course ProjectName of ItemDescription of ItemWeek 1 (graded)1ProposalPart 1: Select an Organization to Be StudiedWeek 3 (graded)2Needs Assessment / Organization SurveyPart 2: Conduct a Needs Assessment using an Organization SurveyWeek 5 (graded)3PaperPart 3: Analyze the Data Collected and Identify Training NeedsWeek 7 (graded)4, 5, 6Final Submission

• Part 4: Develop a Training or Intervention Strategy to Address the Needs
• Part 5: Determine the Training or Intervention Cost and Quantify Expected Results
• Part 6: Develop a Method of Training Evaluation

Textbook: NEW PUBLIC PERSONNEL ADMINISTRATION

By NIGROREQUIREDEDITION: 7TH 14PUBLISHER: CENGAGE LISBN: 9781133734284

Explain how Civil Service Reform, discussed in Chapter 2 in Nigro & Kellough (2014), addresses critical issues such as recruiting, promotion, organizational needs, and equity and the representativeness of the public workforce?

Responses are expected to be comprehensive (minimum 300-500 words per response in length), supported and defended with references to academic sources (at least one peer-reviewed scholarly article) and formatted in accordance with APA requirements.  For grading considerations, refer to the grading rubric in your syllabus.

In the Module 4 Reflective Discussion, please reflect on everything you have learned in this course, by addressing the following: 

Paragraphs 1-3: 

• Given the readings and assignments in the course, identify and discuss three important concepts applicable to your work experience, profession, and/or career plans for the future. Describe how each applies.

Paragraph 4:

• What part of the course (background materials, assignments, and so forth) helped to shape or reshape your perceptions of the role of HRM in the private sector? 

Note: No outside research or citations are needed with your four paragraphs to the Reflective Discussion. Also, no responses to your peers’ posts are needed.

After responding to the Reflective Discussion above, please complete an anonymous Course Evaluation Survey. Instructors are not able to view course evaluation reports until after the grade submission period is over. Thank you for your feedback.

 Review the social media platforms you’ve used throughout the course so far, from a social media marketer’s perspective. Reflect on what you have learned about each. Which is your preferred, and why?

Write a three to five (3-5) page paper in which you:

1. Describe each of the seven (7) social media platforms that have been covered in this course from a social media marketer’s perspective, included, but not limited to, the type of platform, primary users, industries the platform works best with, how it can be used, and any other items you found interesting about each platform. Note: If you use someone else’s material, data, and/or words, you must cite and reference the source of the data.
2. List at least two (2) things you have learned about each platform and discuss why you found them interesting and what they mean to you as a social media marketer.
3. Identify which platform is your favorite from a social media marketer’s perspective, and list at least two (2) reasons for your choice.
4. Use at least two (2) academic resources as quantitative marketing research to determine the feasibility of your product / service. These resources should be industry specific and relate to your chosen product / service. Note: Wikipedia and other websites do not qualify as academic resources. Format your assignment according to the following formatting requirements:

 5. typed, double spaced, using Times New Roman font (size 12), with one-inch margins on all sides

6.  Include a cover page containing the title of the assignment, your name, your professor’s name, the course title, and the date. The cover page is not included in the required page length.

The specific course learning outcomes associated with this assignment are:

• Discuss the place social media has in today’s world and its impact on organizations.
• Explain how social media marketing is used to build relationships with customers, enhance company branding, and increase sales.
• Use technology and information resources to research issues in social media marketing.
• Write clearly and concisely about social media marketing using proper writing mechanics.

Discuss how you would integrate ERP systems internal and external across your entire organization or an organization of your choice? 

Describe how you would structure the implementation of your ERP system using the project management framework. Then discuss the positive impact that an ERP will have on the organization that you work for or one of your choices especially the impact on operations and project management. Support your details with in-depth research.

Your assignment should be 5 pages in length, which does not include the cover sheet or reference page. Acceptable outside sources include at least three peer-reviewed journal articles. 

• This assignment is in quiz format and is based on information covered in Chapter 1 and 2.
• You will be asked 3 questions and be required to do additional research for each question.
• You are tasked with demonstrating critical thinking and providing depth and scope to your answers. 
• For full credit, your answer to question one should be a minimum of 2 paragraphs and question two should have a minimum of three factors within each analysis item of your SWOT analysis.
• There is no time limit.  

1,

 The Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) is the leading professional association for HR. Figure 1-10 provides a summary of the SHRM competency framework.  Go to the SHRM website and spend time reviewing the information provided.

https://www.shrm.org/  (Links to an external site.)

Complete the following:

(1). Find and discuss an article discussed under the “Trends and Forcasting” section. (Click on HR Today on the top, under Trends and Forecasting you will see Research and Surveys). 

(2). What information would be useful to you on this website? Would you find value in a student membership? Why or Why not?

2, 

Chapter 2 outlines environmental scanning and how to evaluate internal and external environmental conditions.  From a Human Resource (HR) perspective, a SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) is critical in strategic planning and preparation for the employees.

You are in charge of the HR team at your organization (or previous organization); the CEO has tasked you with providing a strategical SWOT analysis, from a HR perspective, at the next Board of Directors’ meeting.  Please share your HR perspective SWOT analysis that you will deliver during the strategic planning meeting.

Your need to outline a minimum of three factors within each area of your SWOT analysis.

3, 

Outline factors affecting external workforce availability.  Then, research these factors to determine how a human resources team or individual can mitigate the factors your outlined.  Your research needs to include a reference that supports your mitigation plan.

Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 400–600 words that respond to the following questions with your thoughts, ideas, and comments. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. Be substantive and clear,and use examples to reinforce your ideas. 

Based upon the course readings, supplementary materials, and your own literature search via the CTU online library, create the following:

• Make a simple Excel spreadsheet for your project that contains a proposed time line and budget. This will be attached to your final Organizational Change Action Plan.
• Provide at   least 2 scholarly resources to support your response. 

Use the LIBRARY or the MGMT Doctoral Library for help.

In the list below, what natural disaster do you think is sustainable or not? Why?

1. Agriculture

2. Fishing

3. Oil and gas

4. Forestry

5. Mining