Referencing: The references list and the in text referencing complies with the exact detail of the CQU APA Referencing Guide. The referencing is appropriate and sufficient throughout the essay. 5% Presentation: The essay is appropriately structured with no headings, has relevant information order and flow; paragraphs are used effectively, and includes a well-formulated introduction and conclusion. 20% Communication: The essay uses clear and concise communication, appropriate language, grammar, spelling (Australian English), and punctuation. 5% Your submission will be marked out of 100 (as above) and the mark converted to a result out of 40, which will be recorded in Moodle.

Analysis: The essay demonstrates critical analysis of the topic and a clearly integrated and well-developed argument throughout. There is clear evidence of how a number of HRM functions link to each other and the broader organisational strategy. The strategic role of HR in 21st century organisations is articulated. 35% Application of literature/theory: The essay demonstrates application of the relevant concepts, frameworks and theories in relation to the identified challenges. Specific examples from industry/organisations have been incorporated to highlight application in the real world setting. 15%

Assessment item 2 - Marking criteria for individual essay Submissions will be assessed on the extent to which they meet each of the following criteria: Does your essay demonstrate: Weighting Research: The essay demonstrates extensive research and understanding of the relevant material. Students should have a minimum of six (6) scholarly references, which must include the prescribed textbook, plus five (5) relevant academic peer reviewed journals (to be eligible for a pass [10/20] on this criterion). The research is used in an integrated manner to evidence the argument. 20%

The quality and number of citations will demonstrate the breadth and depth of the literature used to formulate your argument. It is not only about the number of references, but also it is about how you use the content from your research. You can cite the textbook, and any of your journal articles more than once as appropriate to develop your argument. Keep your key research recent (from 2012 onwards), unless you are using the primary source articles of theories and/or models. You also will need to obtain material from appropriate sources to provide industry examples. Your marker is interested in the argument and critical analysis that you have developed from YOUR review of the literature and how well you use the literature to respond to the topic. There should be minimal use, if any, of direct quotes, and you should be paraphrasing. The in text referencing in the body of the essay must be appropriate and sufficient.

This assessment item involves researching your assigned topic to enhance your understanding of the relevant human resource issues and utilisation of academic literature. The prescribed textbook for the Unit MUST be cited. You will be expected to present information and evidence from, and cite, relevant academic peer reviewed journal articles. You must undertake research more broadly than articles posted on Moodle. The minimum to pass this criterion [10/20] is SIX (6) scholarly references, one of which MUST be the prescribed textbook, plus FIVE (5) relevant academic peer reviewed journal articles. You may use the three articles from Assessment 1 Annotated Bibliography.

The essay should contain a coherent, and appropriate critical review of the academic literature across the issues you identify. The literature review should be integrated throughout the essay to evidence the critical analysis and develop your argument. • DO NOT INCLUDE HEADINGS IN YOUR ESSAY. • DO NOT INCLUDE AN ABSTRACT. • DO NOT INCLUDE A TABLE OF CONTENTS. A reference list is compulsory and it MUST be prepared according to the CQU APA Referencing Guide. DO NOT include a bibliography.

This assessment task relates to UNIT learning outcomes numbers 1 to 4. Before starting this assessment read the marking criteria (below) and information about academic essay writing on the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) Your essay should be a properly constructed ACADEMIC ESSAY. It should contain an effective introduction, body and conclusion. The introduction should introduce the essay and include your argument. The introduction should reflect the task and provide a statement of purpose, scope and context. The body should be the critical analysis where you present your argument, which is supported throughout using the evidence you have collected from your research, and the conclusion should restate your argument, summarise the evidence, and make a conclusion regarding your argument. The conclusion should link to the introduction.