HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT June 2026 Assignments

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HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

APPLICABLE FOR SEM1 (JUNE 2026 EXAMINATION

)Q1. A rapidly expanding e-commerce startup has been experiencing mismatches between employee capabilities and job roles, resulting in frequent underperformance and morale issues. The HR team, previously focused on generic job postings and annual performance reviews, now wants to leverage job analysis data to directly inform training, recruitment, and performance management systems. However, they lack a structured process to translate complex job analysis findings into actionable HR strategies that can keep pace with the company’s growth and frequent changes in job content. How should the HR team apply job analysis insights to systematically develop and align competency-based recruitment, performance management, and targeted training programs? (10 Marks)

Ans.1

Introduction

The congruence between employee capabilities and job roles is essential for maintaining performance and morale in a swiftly expanding e-commerce venture. Traditional HR practices, such as generic job postings and annual performance evaluations, are rendered ineffective as the organization undergoes transformations in job roles. When implemented effectively, job analysis can function as a strategic foundation for bridging this divide. Nevertheless, the obstacle is the translation of intricate job analysis data into actionable insights that inform recruitment, performance management, 

Q2 (A). Horizon Tech, a rapidly expanding IT services company, needed to hire 50 professionals across various departments within three months. Its revamped selection process included resume screening, online technical tests, multi-stage interviews, and stringent reference and background checks. While the process successfully met hiring targets with candidates who fit both technical and cultural expectations, some department managers observed that certain niche skills were still underrepresented and suggested further customization of recruitment practices. Evaluate the effectiveness of Horizon Tech’s revised selection process in balancing speed, quality, and role-specific requirements. (5 Marks)

Answer 2a

Introduction

Horizon Tech’s ambitious objective of recruiting 50 professionals within three months necessitated a recruitment process that could effectively balance quality and speed. The organization implemented a structured selection process that encompassed rigorous reference and background checks, multi-stage interviews, online technical assessments, and resume screening. Although this method effectively achieved its hiring objectives and ensured compliance with technical and cultural standards, 

Q2 (B). Tech PT, renowned for its corporate training and performance management systems, has experienced declining employee retention rates and mixed results in leadership pipeline development. The company offers a wide array of technical training modules, a career progression framework, wellness initiatives, and performance appraisals linked to rewards. However, team leaders are divided: some argue that career development and succession planning programs are failing to adequately prepare employees for future roles, while others believe wellness and employee engagement are not integrated into talent development. Evaluate how Tech PT can improve the integration of career development and succession planning to enhance overall employee retention. (5 Marks)

Answer. 2b

Introduction

The inconsistent leadership pipeline outcomes and declining employee retention of Tech PT indicate a discrepancy between its succession planning efforts and career development initiatives. Despite the company’s investment in technical training, performance-linked rewards, and wellness programs, their efficacy has been restricted by the absence of integration among these components. Tech PT must align career development with succession planning in a more comprehensive and strategic manner in order to improve retention and establish a robust leadership pipeline.