Benchmark Assignment - Organizational and Personal HR Development Plan

Benchmark Assignment – Organizational and Personal HR Development Plan

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Assessment Description

Throughout this course, you have had the opportunity to understand the important role human resources has as a strategic business partner and to reflect on the role of HR within your respective organizations. For this presentation, you will be capturing the key findings learned in this course, including making recommendations to your company leadership team.

Create a 10-12 slide PowerPoint presentation, then record your narrated presentation using a screen recording tool such as Loom, Vimeo, or Screencast-O-Matic. Once recorded, place the link to your recorded presentation on the cover slide of your PowerPoint. Submit your PowerPoint presentation with your embedded link.

Your presentation should include the following:

Develop a synopsis of your outcomes for acquiring, developing, training, and leveraging on human capital within your organization. Examine the pros and cons to the current systems or processes being used.
Based on the immediate hiring and training needs within the company, how can the company focus on the employees’ current strengths (knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences) to leverage diversity to improve performance outcomes?
Propose plans for developing and integrating the positions of HR specialist or generalist, HR leadership, HR consultant, or HR of One within the organization.
What recommendations would you make to the leadership of your company relative to making sound decisions when acquiring, developing, and leveraging resources (i.e., human talent, technology, knowledge management) to meet organizational needs while staying legally compliant with employment practices?
Based on the knowledge gained in this course, how will you apply what has been learned into your organization? As a human resource professional, describe the elements of your personal development plan within the field of HR.

APA format is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.

Benchmark Information:
This benchmark assignment assesses the following programmatic competencies:
MS-Ldr-No Emphasis
2.2 Analyze people’s strengths in order to leverage diversity to improve performance outcomes.
MPA-Health Care Mgmt; MPA-Govt and Policy; MPA-Non-Profit Mgmt
2.3 Make sound decisions involving personnel based on labor law, the needs of the organization, and available resources.

Rubric Criteria

Total150 points

Criterion	1. Unsatisfactory	2. Less than Satisfactory	3. Satisfactory	4. Good	5. Excellent
Layout Layout	0 points The layout is cluttered, confusing, and does not use spacing, headings, and subheadings to enhance the readability. The text is extremely difficult to read with long blocks of text, small point size for fonts, and inappropriate contrasting colors. Poor use of headings, subheadings, indentations, or bold formatting is evident.	11.1 points The layout shows some structure but appears cluttered and busy or distracting with large gaps of white space or a distracting background. Overall readability is difficult due to lengthy paragraphs, too many different fonts, dark or busy background, overuse of bold, or lack of appropriate indentations of text.	11.85 points The layout background and text complement each other and enable the content to be easily read. The fonts are easy to read and point size varies appropriately for headings and text.	13.05 points The layout uses horizontal and vertical white space appropriately. Sometimes the fonts are easy to read, but in a few places the use of fonts, italics, bold, long paragraphs, color, or busy background detracts and does not enhance readability.	15 points The layout is visually pleasing and contributes to the overall message with appropriate use of headings, subheadings, and white space. Text is appropriate in length for the target audience and to the point. The background and colors enhance the readability of the text.
Synopsis of Outcomes Synopsis of Outcomes	0 points Synopsis of outcomes is not included.	5.55 points Synopsis of outcomes for acquiring, developing, training, and leveraging on human capital within the organization lacks details. There is a vague examination of the pros and cons to the current systems or processes being used.	5.93 points Synopsis of outcomes for acquiring, developing, training, and leveraging on human capital within the organization has minimal detail. There is a simple examination of the pros and cons to the current systems or processes being used.	6.53 points Synopsis of outcomes for acquiring, developing, training, and leveraging on human capital within the organization has adequate detail. There is a clear examination of the pros and cons to the current systems or processes being used.	7.5 points There is a comprehensive synopsis of the outcomes for acquiring, developing, training, and leveraging on human capital within the organization. There is a clear examination of the pros and cons to the current systems or processes being used.
Application of Knowledge Gained Application of Knowledge Gained	0 points There is no discussion of how the knowledge gained from this course will be applied in the organization.	5.55 points The discussion of how the knowledge gained from this course will be applied in the organization is insufficient.	5.93 points The discussion of how the knowledge gained from this course will be applied in the organization is ambiguous.	6.53 points The discussion of how the knowledge gained from this course will be applied in the organization is detailed and descriptive.	7.5 points The discussion of how the knowledge gained from this course will be applied in the organization is clear and insightful.
Mechanics of Writing Includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, and language use.	0 points Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader.	5.55 points Slide errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning.	5.93 points Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to the reader.	6.53 points Slides are largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present.	7.5 points Writer is clearly in control of standard, written, academic English.
Documentation of Sources Includes citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc. as appropriate to assignment and style.	0 points Sources are not documented.	5.55 points Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.	5.93 points Sources are documented as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.	6.53 points Sources are documented as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.	7.5 points Sources are completely and correctly documented as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.
Language Use and Audience Awareness Includes sentence construction, word choice, etc.	0 points Inappropriate word choice and lack of variety in language use are evident. Writer appears to be unaware of audience. Use of primer prose indicates writer either does not apply figures of speech or uses them inappropriately.	11.1 points Some distracting inconsistencies in language choice (register) or word choice are present. The writer exhibits some lack of control in using figures of speech appropriately.	11.85 points Language is appropriate to the targeted audience for the most part.	13.05 points The writer uses a variety of sentence constructions, figures of speech, and word choice in distinctive and creative ways that are appropriate to purpose, discipline, and scope.	15 points The writer is clearly aware of audience, uses a variety of appropriate vocabulary for the targeted audience, and uses figures of speech to communicate clearly.
Recommendations to the Leadership (B) Recommendations to the Leadership (C. 2.3)	0 points There is no mention of recommendations for the leadership team.	11.1 points The recommendations for the leadership of the company relative to making sound decisions to meet organizational needs while staying legally compliant with employment practices are irrelevant.	11.85 points The recommendations for the leadership of the company relative to making sound decisions to meet organizational needs while staying legally compliant with employment practices are overly simplistic.	13.05 points The recommendations for the leadership of the company relative to making sound decisions to meet organizational needs while staying legally compliant with employment practices are relevant.	15 points The recommendations for the leadership of the company relative to making sound decisions to meet organizational needs while staying legally compliant with employment practices are substantial.
Presentation of Content Presentation of Content	0 points The content lacks a clear point of view and logical sequence of information. Presentation includes little persuasive information. Sequencing of ideas is unclear.	33.3 points The content is vague in conveying a point of view and does not create a strong sense of purpose. Presentation includes some persuasive information.	35.55 points The presentation slides are generally competent, but ideas may show some inconsistency in organization and/or in their relationships to each other.	39.15 points The content is written with a logical progression of ideas and supporting information, exhibiting a unity, coherence, and cohesiveness. Presentation includes persuasive information from reliable sources.	45 points The content is written clearly and concisely. Ideas universally progress and relate to each other. The project includes motivating questions and advanced organizers. The project gives the audience a clear sense of the main idea.
Professionalism Professionalism	0 points Not addressed.	5.55 points Appearance or manner within the video is unprofessional; or the video is taken within a distracting environment or background.	5.93 points Appearance or manner within the video are lacking some degree of professionalism; or the video includes some distraction in the environment or background.	6.53 points Appearance and manner exhibit adequate professionalism within the video. The video is taken within an environment relatively free of distraction.	7.5 points Appearance and manner exhibit appropriate professionalism within the video. The video is taken within an environment totally free of distraction.
Proposed Plans Proposed Plans	0 points There is no mention of proposed plans for developing and integrating the different HR positions.	5.55 points Proposed plans for developing and integrating the different HR positions are incomplete or incomprehensive.	5.93 points Proposed plans for developing and integrating the different HR positions are somewhat comprehensible.	6.53 points Proposed plans for developing and integrating the different HR positions are complete and comprehensible.	7.5 points Proposed plans for developing and integrating the different HR positions are detailed and thorough.
Employee’s Current Strengths (B) Employee’s Current Strengths (C 2.2)	0 points There is no explanation of how the company can focus on the employee’s current strengths to leverage diversity to improve performance outcomes.	11.1 points There is a vague explanation of how the company can focus on the employee’s current strengths to leverage diversity to improve performance outcomes.	11.85 points There is a thorough explanation of how the company can focus on the employee’s current strengths to leverage diversity to improve performance outcomes.	13.05 points There is a minimally detailed explanation of how the company can focus on the employee’s current strengths to leverage diversity to improve performance outcomes.	15 points There is a detailed explanation of how the company can focus on the employee’s current strengths to leverage diversity to improve performance outcomes.

Criterion

1. Unsatisfactory

2. Less than Satisfactory

3. Satisfactory

4. Good

5. Excellent

Layout

Layout

0 points

The layout is cluttered, confusing, and does not use spacing, headings, and subheadings to enhance the readability. The text is extremely difficult to read with long blocks of text, small point size for fonts, and inappropriate contrasting colors. Poor use of headings, subheadings, indentations, or bold formatting is evident.

11.1 points

The layout shows some structure but appears cluttered and busy or distracting with large gaps of white space or a distracting background. Overall readability is difficult due to lengthy paragraphs, too many different fonts, dark or busy background, overuse of bold, or lack of appropriate indentations of text.

11.85 points

The layout background and text complement each other and enable the content to be easily read. The fonts are easy to read and point size varies appropriately for headings and text.

13.05 points

The layout uses horizontal and vertical white space appropriately. Sometimes the fonts are easy to read, but in a few places the use of fonts, italics, bold, long paragraphs, color, or busy background detracts and does not enhance readability.

15 points

The layout is visually pleasing and contributes to the overall message with appropriate use of headings, subheadings, and white space. Text is appropriate in length for the target audience and to the point. The background and colors enhance the readability of the text.

Synopsis of Outcomes

Synopsis of Outcomes

0 points

Synopsis of outcomes is not included.

5.55 points

Synopsis of outcomes for acquiring, developing, training, and leveraging on human capital within the organization lacks details. There is a vague examination of the pros and cons to the current systems or processes being used.

5.93 points

Synopsis of outcomes for acquiring, developing, training, and leveraging on human capital within the organization has minimal detail. There is a simple examination of the pros and cons to the current systems or processes being used.

6.53 points

Synopsis of outcomes for acquiring, developing, training, and leveraging on human capital within the organization has adequate detail. There is a clear examination of the pros and cons to the current systems or processes being used.

7.5 points

There is a comprehensive synopsis of the outcomes for acquiring, developing, training, and leveraging on human capital within the organization. There is a clear examination of the pros and cons to the current systems or processes being used.

Application of Knowledge Gained

Application of Knowledge Gained

0 points

There is no discussion of how the knowledge gained from this course will be applied in the organization.

5.55 points

The discussion of how the knowledge gained from this course will be applied in the organization is insufficient.

5.93 points

The discussion of how the knowledge gained from this course will be applied in the organization is ambiguous.

6.53 points

The discussion of how the knowledge gained from this course will be applied in the organization is detailed and descriptive.

7.5 points

The discussion of how the knowledge gained from this course will be applied in the organization is clear and insightful.

Mechanics of Writing

Includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, and language use.

0 points

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader.

5.55 points

Slide errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning.

5.93 points

Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to the reader.

6.53 points

Slides are largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present.

7.5 points

Writer is clearly in control of standard, written, academic English.

Documentation of Sources

Includes citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc. as appropriate to assignment and style.

0 points

Sources are not documented.

5.55 points

Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect as appropriate to assignment and style, with numerous formatting errors.

5.93 points

Sources are documented as appropriate to assignment and style, although some formatting errors may be present.

6.53 points

Sources are documented as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is mostly correct.

7.5 points

Sources are completely and correctly documented as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is free of error.

Language Use and Audience Awareness

Includes sentence construction, word choice, etc.

0 points

Inappropriate word choice and lack of variety in language use are evident. Writer appears to be unaware of audience. Use of primer prose indicates writer either does not apply figures of speech or uses them inappropriately.

11.1 points

Some distracting inconsistencies in language choice (register) or word choice are present. The writer exhibits some lack of control in using figures of speech appropriately.

11.85 points

Language is appropriate to the targeted audience for the most part.

13.05 points

The writer uses a variety of sentence constructions, figures of speech, and word choice in distinctive and creative ways that are appropriate to purpose, discipline, and scope.

15 points

The writer is clearly aware of audience, uses a variety of appropriate vocabulary for the targeted audience, and uses figures of speech to communicate clearly.

Recommendations to the Leadership (B)

Recommendations to the Leadership (C. 2.3)

0 points

There is no mention of recommendations for the leadership team.

11.1 points

The recommendations for the leadership of the company relative to making sound decisions to meet organizational needs while staying legally compliant with employment practices are irrelevant.

11.85 points

The recommendations for the leadership of the company relative to making sound decisions to meet organizational needs while staying legally compliant with employment practices are overly simplistic.

13.05 points

The recommendations for the leadership of the company relative to making sound decisions to meet organizational needs while staying legally compliant with employment practices are relevant.

15 points

The recommendations for the leadership of the company relative to making sound decisions to meet organizational needs while staying legally compliant with employment practices are substantial.

Presentation of Content

Presentation of Content

0 points

The content lacks a clear point of view and logical sequence of information. Presentation includes little persuasive information. Sequencing of ideas is unclear.

33.3 points

The content is vague in conveying a point of view and does not create a strong sense of purpose. Presentation includes some persuasive information.

35.55 points

The presentation slides are generally competent, but ideas may show some inconsistency in organization and/or in their relationships to each other.

39.15 points

The content is written with a logical progression of ideas and supporting information, exhibiting a unity, coherence, and cohesiveness. Presentation includes persuasive information from reliable sources.

45 points

The content is written clearly and concisely. Ideas universally progress and relate to each other. The project includes motivating questions and advanced organizers. The project gives the audience a clear sense of the main idea.

Professionalism

Professionalism

0 points

Not addressed.

5.55 points

Appearance or manner within the video is unprofessional; or the video is taken within a distracting environment or background.

5.93 points

Appearance or manner within the video are lacking some degree of professionalism; or the video includes some distraction in the environment or background.

6.53 points

Appearance and manner exhibit adequate professionalism within the video. The video is taken within an environment relatively free of distraction.

7.5 points

Appearance and manner exhibit appropriate professionalism within the video. The video is taken within an environment totally free of distraction.

Proposed Plans

Proposed Plans

0 points

There is no mention of proposed plans for developing and integrating the different HR positions.

5.55 points

Proposed plans for developing and integrating the different HR positions are incomplete or incomprehensive.

5.93 points

Proposed plans for developing and integrating the different HR positions are somewhat comprehensible.

6.53 points

Proposed plans for developing and integrating the different HR positions are complete and comprehensible.

7.5 points

Proposed plans for developing and integrating the different HR positions are detailed and thorough.

Employee’s Current Strengths (B)

Employee’s Current Strengths (C 2.2)

0 points

There is no explanation of how the company can focus on the employee’s current strengths to leverage diversity to improve performance outcomes.

11.1 points

There is a vague explanation of how the company can focus on the employee’s current strengths to leverage diversity to improve performance outcomes.

11.85 points

There is a thorough explanation of how the company can focus on the employee’s current strengths to leverage diversity to improve performance outcomes.

13.05 points

There is a minimally detailed explanation of how the company can focus on the employee’s current strengths to leverage diversity to improve performance outcomes.

15 points

There is a detailed explanation of how the company can focus on the employee’s current strengths to leverage diversity to improve performance outcomes.

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Grading Rubric

Performance Category	100% or highest level of performance 100% 16 points	Very good or high level of performance 88% 14 points	Acceptable level of performance 81% 13 points	Inadequate demonstration of expectations 68% 11 points	Deficient level of performance 56% 9 points	Failing level of performance 55% or less 0 points
Total Points Possible= 50	16 Points	14 Points	13 Points	11 Points	9 Points	0 Points
Scholarliness Demonstrates achievement of scholarly inquiry for professional and academic topics.	Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: Provides evidence of scholarly inquiry relevant to required TD topic(s). Presents specific information from scholarly sources to develop a comprehensive presentation of facts. Uses at least one outside scholarly reference that is relevant, less than 5 years old (use of older references requires instructor permission) and reliable for the required topic.* Uses in-text citation and full reference at end of posting when presenting another person’s thoughts as quotes or paraphrase of information.	Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: Provides evidence of scholarly inquiry relevant to required TD topic(s). Presents specific information from scholarly sources to develop a comprehensive presentation of facts. Uses at least one outside scholarly reference that is relevant, less than 5 years old (use of older references requires instructor permission) and reliable for the required topic.* Uses in-text citation and full reference at end of posting when presenting another person’s thoughts as quotes or paraphrase of information.	Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in all of the following elements: Provides evidence of scholarly inquiry relevant to required TD topic(s). Presents specific information from scholarly sources to develop a comprehensive presentation of facts. Uses at least one outside scholarly reference that is relevant, less than 5 years old (use of older references requires instructor permission) and reliable for the required topic.* Uses in-text citation and full reference at end of posting when presenting another person’s thoughts as quotes or paraphrase of information.	Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in one of the following elements: Provides evidence of scholarly inquiry relevant to required TD topic(s). Presents specific information from scholarly sources to develop a comprehensive presentation of facts. Uses at least one outside scholarly reference that is relevant, less than 5 years old (use of older references requires instructor permission) and reliable for the required topic.* Uses in-text citation and full reference at end of posting when presenting another person’s thoughts as quotes or paraphrase of information.	Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in two of the following elements: Provides evidence of scholarly inquiry relevant to required TD topic(s). Presents specific information from scholarly sources to develop a comprehensive presentation of facts. Uses at least one outside scholarly reference that is relevant, less than 5 years old (use of older references requires instructor permission) and reliable for the required topic.* Uses in-text citation and full reference at end of posting when presenting another person’s thoughts as quotes or paraphrase of information.	Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in three or more of the following elements Provides evidence of scholarly inquiry relevant to required TD topic(s). Presents specific information from scholarly sources to develop a comprehensive presentation of facts. Uses at least one outside scholarly reference that is relevant, less than 5 years old (use of older references requires instructor permission) and reliable for the required topic.* Uses in-text citation and full reference at end of posting when presenting another person’s thoughts as quotes or paraphrase of information
	16 Points	14 Points	13 Points	11 Points	9 Points	0 Points
Application of Course Knowledge Demonstrate the ability to analyze and apply principles, knowledge and information learned in the outside readings and relate them to real-life professional situations	Presentation of information was exceptional and included all of the following elements: Applies principles, knowledge and information from scholarly resources to the required topic. Applies facts, principles or concepts learned from scholarly resources to a professional experience. Application of information is comprehensive and specific to the required topic.	Presentation of information was good, but was superficial in places and included all of the following elements: Applies principles, knowledge and information from scholarly resources to the required topic. Applies facts, principles or concepts learned from scholarly resources to a professional experience. Application of information is comprehensive and specific to the required topic.	Presentation of information was minimally demonstrated in the all of the following elements: Applies principles, knowledge and information from scholarly resources to the required topic. Applies facts, principles or concepts learned from scholarly resources to a professional experience. Application of information is comprehensive and specific to the required topic.	Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in one of the following elements: Applies principles, knowledge and information from scholarly resources to the required topic. Applies facts, principles or concepts learned from and scholarly resources to a professional experience. Application of information is comprehensive and specific to the required topic.	Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in two of the following elements: Applies principles, knowledge and information from scholarly resources to the required topic. Applies facts, principles or concepts learned from scholarly resources to a professional experience. Application of information is comprehensive and specific to the required topic.	Presentation of information is unsatisfactory in three of the following elements Applies principles, knowledge and information and scholarly resources to the required topic. Applies facts, principles or concepts learned scholarly resources to a professional experience. Application of information is comprehensive and specific to the required topic.
	10 Points	9 Points			6 Points	0 Points
Interactive Dialogue Initial post should be a minimum of 300 words (references do not count toward word count) The peer and instructor responses must be a minimum of 150 words each (references do not count toward word count) Responses are substantive and relate to the topic.	Demonstrated all of the following: Initial post must be a minimum of 300 words. The peer and instructor responses must be a minimum of 150 words each. Responses are substantive Responses are related to the topic of discussion.	Demonstrated 3 of the following: Initial post must be a minimum of 300 words. The peer and instructor responses must be a minimum of 150 words each. Responses are substantive Responses are related to the topic of discussion.			Demonstrated 2 of the following: Initial post must be a minimum of 300 words. The peer and instructor responses must be a minimum of 150 words each. Responses are substantive Responses are related to the topic of discussion.	Demonstrated 1 or less of the following: Initial post must be a minimum of 300 words. The peer and instructor responses must be a minimum of 150 words each. Responses are substantive Responses are related to the topic of discussion.
	8 Points	7 Points	6 Points	5 Points	4 Points	0 Points
Grammar, Syntax, APA Points deducted for improper grammar, syntax and APA style of writing. The source of information is the APA Manual 6th Edition Error is defined to be a unique APA error. Same type of error is only counted as one error.	The following was present: 0-3 errors in APA format AND Responses have 0-3 grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors AND Writing style is generally clear, focused on topic,and facilitates communication.	The following was present: 4-6 errors in APA format. AND/OR Responses have 4-5 grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors AND/OR Writing style is somewhat focused on topic.	The following was present: 7-9 errors in APA format. AND/OR Responses have 6-7 grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors AND/OR Writing style is slightly focused on topic making discussion difficult to understand.	The following was present: 10- 12 errors in APA format AND/OR Responses have 8-9 grammatical, spelling and punctuation errors AND/OR Writing style is not focused on topic, making discussion difficult to understand.	The following was present: 13 – 15 errors in APA format AND/OR Responses have 8-10 grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors AND/OR Writing style is not focused on topic, making discussion difficult to understand. AND/OR The student continues to make repeated mistakes in any of the above areas after written correction by the instructor.	The following was present: 16 to greater errors in APA format. AND/OR Responses have more than 10 grammatical, spelling or punctuation errors. AND/OR Writing style does not facilitate communication
	0 Points Deducted					5 Points Lost
Participation Requirements	Demonstrated the following: Initial, peer, and faculty postings were made on 3 separate days					Failed to demonstrate the following: Initial, peer, and faculty postings were made on 3 separate days
	0 Points Lost					5 Points Lost
Due Date Requirements	Demonstrated all of the following: The initial posting to the graded threaded discussion topic is posted within the course no later than Wednesday, 11:59 pm MT. A minimum of one peer and one instructor responses are to be posted within the course no later than Sunday, 11:59 pm MT.					Demonstrates one or less of the following. The initial posting to the graded threaded discussion topic is posted within the course no later than Wednesday, 11:59 pm MT. A minimum of one peer and one instructor responses are to be posted within the course no later than Sunday, 11:59 pm MT.

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