Assignment Front Sheet

Qualification
Unit Number and Title
Pearson BTEC Level 5 HND Diploma in Business
HNBS 123: Human Resource Development
Student Name
Assessor
Internal Verifier
CHOUDHURY Shohail/ ISUFI
M T Islam
Anesa
Date Issued
Week 3: 28th September 2015 2nd October 2015
Task 1 Submission
Task 2 Submission
Task 3 Submission
Week 6: 19th October 2015 25th Week 10: 16th November 2015 22nd Week 15: 14th December 2015
20th December 2015
October 2015
November 2015
Learning
Outcome

Assessment
Criteria

LO1:
1.1
Understand
learning theories 1.2
and
learning
styles
1.3

LO2: Be able to 2.1

plan and design
training
and
development
2.2

2.3

LO3:Be able to 3.1

evaluate
a
3.2
training event

LO4:
Understand
government-led
skills
development
initiatives

In this assignment you will have the Task

opportunity to present evidence that shows you No
are able to:
Compare different learning styles
1
Explain the role of the learning curve and the
importance of transferring learning to the workplace

Assess the contribution of learning styles and

theories when planning and designing a learning
event

Compare the training needs for staff at different

levels in an organisation

Assess the advantages and disadvantages of

training methods used in an organisation

Assess the advantages and disadvantages of

training methods used in an organisation

Prepare an evaluation using suitable techniques

Carry out an evaluation of a training event

3.3

Review the success of the evaluation methods 3

used

4.1

Explain the role of government in training,

development and lifelong learning

4.2

Explain how the development of the competency

movement has impacted on the public and private
sectors

4.3

Assess how contemporary training initiatives

introduced by the UK government contribute to
human resources development for an organisation.

Evidence
(Page no)

Learner Declaration
I certify that the work submitted for this assignment is my own and research sources are fully acknowledged.
Student Signature:

Date:

In addition to the above Pass Criteria, this assignment gives you opportunity to submit evidence in order to achieve the following MERIT and
DISTINCTION grades
Grade Descriptor
Indicative Characteristic/s
Contextualisation
To achieve M1, you will make effective judgements in your response to Task
M1 Identify and apply strategies to Effective judgements have been made. 2. Making effective judgement require making a case by providing a body of
find appropriate solutions
evidence to support your ideas and points of view. In order to present a
balanced argument, consider opinions which may run contrary to your own.
(Task 2)
To achieve M2, you will use range of sources of information in answering
M2 Select/design and apply A range of sources of information has Task 2. You will also acknowledge all resources using correct Harvard
appropriate methods/techniques
Referencing System. Further, you will submit assignment on time. (Task 2)
been used
To achieve M3, you will explain and use technical language accurately in the
M3 Present and communicate A range of methods of presentation context and check the work for syntax, spelling and punctuation errors. (Task
appropriate findings
have been used and technical language 3)
has been accurately used
To achieve D1, you will provide conclusion in the report that is derived
D1 Use critical reflection to Conclusions have been arrived at directly from your analysis. You should justify the conclusion you have
evaluate own work and justify through synthesis of ides and have reached. Provide recommendation for further improvements. (Task 3)
valid conclusion
been justified.

D2
Take
managing
activities

responsibility
for Activities have been managed
and
organising

Innovation/creative thought have been

D3
Demonstrate applied
convergent/lateral/creative
thinking

To achieve D2, There is evidence that the whole assignment has been well
planned and completed to a high standard i.e. you will submit we-structured
and well-presented report.
You have regularly attended (80%) and contributed to class debates. (Task
3)
To achieve D3, you will apply convergent and lateral thinking in your report.
Using existing theories and concepts to answer the questions could provide
evidence of convergent thinking. However, you are also expected to provide
evidence of lateral thinking by putting aside your preconceptions and use
your imagination to generate original ideas. (Task 3)

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Guidelines for Assignment Submission

The unit Human Resource Development has THREE tasks. Please read ALL tasks carefully.

Each task has its own submission date. Please submit all tasks ON TIME.

Only ON TIME and EEC submission will be considered for a MERIT and DISTINCTION grade.

Late submission and re-submission will be capped to a PASS grade.

The attendance percentage and participation in class lessons and tutorials will contribute towards the
achievement of Distinction grade.

All assignments will be subject to PLAGIARISM checks.

PLAGIARISM is a serious academic

offence and will automatically lead to ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT PROCEDURES. In the event of
COLLUSION (similar/identical submissions) please note that both students will automatically be
subject to ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT PROCEDURES.

When IPADS/TABLETS/MACS are used please make sure documents are saved as .doc.
Otherwise the submission will not be valid and may not be marked.

Assignment Title

Planning and designing training and development, through

understanding how people learn and the suitability of
different training methods and initiatives

Scenario
Human resource development contributes to the overall success of an organisation through
providing learning, development and training opportunities to improve individual, team and
organisational performance. Hence, you are employed as a training and development manager in a
reputed company of your choice.

The company has asked you to take necessary measures to

make its training and development activities more effective. You have therefore been asked to
explain senior management how this can be done.

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Task 1: Understand learning theories and learning styles (LO 1: 1.1, 1.2, 1.3)
Due in week 6 (19th October 2015 20th October 2015)
Training and development affects everyone in the organisation and it is appropriate at every level
from office junior to senior executive. Learning is complex and it is imperative employees explore
the related theories and their contribution to the process of transferring learning to the workplace. It
is important, therefore, for employees to appreciate that all staff should be encouraged to develop
their skills and knowledge to achieve their potential and. in doing so, enable the organisation to
meet its strategic objectives.

As a starting point, you are asked to arrange a presentation to the employees to explain the
learning theories and learning styles. You need to cover the following issues in the presentation:

Identify different learning styles and compare them in context of your chosen organisation
(AC 1.1).

Explain the role of the learning curve and the importance of transferring learning to the
workplace (AC 1.2).

Assess the contribution of learning styles and theories when planning and designing a
learning event for your chosen organisation (AC 1.3).

This presentation should be illustrated by PowerPoint slides or other appropriate media.

Task 2: Be able to plan and design training and development (LO 2: 2.1, 2.2, 2.3
and M1& M2) Due in week 10 (16th November 2015 22nd November 2015)
The management of the employer asked you to report them how to plan and design training and
development. They outlined the following areas of investigation.

Compare the training needs for staff at different levels of your chosen organisation (AC 2.1).

Identify which training methods are used in your chosen organisation and assess the
advantages and disadvantages of different methods used (AC 2.2).

What systematic approach is used by your selected organisation to plan and design a
training event for their employees (AC 2.3)?

Use appropriate report format with an introduction at the beginning, main body with
headings and sub-headings and conclusion at the end. A cover page, table of contents
page, references list and bibliography would be at highest standard. The report might
be written in 1000 1500 words.
To achieve M1, you will make effective judgements in your response to Task 2. Making effective
judgement require making a case by providing a body of evidence to support your ideas and points
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of view. In order to present a balanced argument, consider opinions which may run contrary to your
own.
To achieve M2, you will use range of sources of information in answering Task 2. You will also
acknowledge all resources using correct Harvard Referencing System. Further, you will submit
assignment on time.

Task 3: Be able to evaluate a training event and understanding governmentled skills development initiatives (LO 3: 3.1, 3.2, 3.3: LO 4: 4.1, 4.2, 4.3 and M3
& D1, D2, D3)
Due in week 15 (14th Dec 2015 20th Dec 2015)

The outcomes of training programmes need to be evaluated. Managers need to devise appropriate
ways of assessing or measuring the impact of staff training. The process of managing the training
cycle is important to an organisation. If it is well managed, staff will have the correct of up-to-date
skills and knowledge that will allow them to perform their jobs effectively.

This task, you will

examine how to evaluate training event.

You will further examine how to identify training needs across the organisation, as well as
understand how government-led vocational and general training initiatives contribute to the
emphasis on lifelong learning and continuous development.
Write a briefing report for the senior management of the company about evaluation process of
training event and explain government-led skills development initiatives. Make sure you cover the
following in the report.

Using suitable techniques prepare an evaluation plan for a training event of your chosen
organisation (AC 3.1).

Explain how you will carry out those techniques to evaluate a training event of your chosen
organisation (AC 3.2).

Review the success of the methods you used to evaluate the training event in your chosen
organisation (AC 3.3).

Explain the role of government in training, development and lifelong learning (AC 4.1).

Explain how the development of the competency movement has impacted on the public and
private sectors (AC 4.2).

Assess how contemporary training initiatives introduced by the UK government contribute to

human resources development of your chosen organisation (AC 4.3).

Use appropriate report format with an introduction at the beginning, main body with headings and
sub-headings and conclusion at the end. A cover page, table of contents page, references list and
bibliography would be at highest standard. The report might be written in 2000 2500 words.
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To achieve M3, you will explain and use technical language accurately in the context and check the work for
syntax, spelling and punctuation errors.

To achieve D1, you will provide conclusion in the report that is derived directly from your analysis. You
should justify the conclusion you have reached. Provide recommendation for further improvements.
To achieve D2, There is evidence that the whole assignment has been well planned and completed to a
high standard i.e. you will submit we-structured and well-presented report.

You have regularly attended (80%) and contributed to class debates.

To achieve D3, you will apply convergent and lateral thinking in your report. Using existing theories and
concepts to answer the questions could provide evidence of convergent thinking. However, you are also
expected to provide evidence of lateral thinking by putting aside your preconceptions and use your
imagination to generate original ideas.

Sources of information
Textbooks
Armstrong, M. (2009) Armstrongs Handbook of Human Resource Management Practice. Kogan
Page.
Mankin, D. (2004) Human Resource Development. OUP Oxford.
Reid, M., Barrington, H. and Brown, M. (2004) Human Resource Development. CIPD.
Journals
Personnel Today (Reed Business Information)
Personnel Review (Emerald)
People Management (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development)
International Journal of Public Sector Management (Emerald)
Websites
www.cipd.co.uk - Chartered Institute of Personnel and development website with a range of
human resources learning resources
www.lsc.gov.uk - Learning and Skills Council
www.learndirect.co.uk - Learndirect flexible online learning from home or work
www.personneltoday.com - Personnel Today articles and statistics
www.investorsinpeople.co.uk - Investors in People the standard for developing staff
www.berr.gov.uk - Department for Business, Innovation and Skills
http://www.cipd.co.uk/
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Writing Guidelines

Ensure that all required learning outcomes and assessment criteria are covered in the
assignment.

Throughout the assignment you should underpin your response with appropriate unit
contents/theories.

Assignment should be comprehensively cited and referenced using academic sources of

information.

Sources should be included variety of academic resources such as: textbooks, websites,
journal articles etc.

Acknowledge all resources using accurate Harvard Referencing System.

Recommended word limit for each task should be followed. Cover page, table of contents
page, reference list, bibliography and appendices are not included to the stipulated word
counts.

Submit a word-processed report except otherwise specific instruction has been given such
as using PowerPoint slides in presentation.

Use Times New Roman/Arial font and font size 12.

Use 1.5 or 2.0 line spacing.

Pages should be numbered at the bottom.

All paragraphs should be aligned to the justified mode.

Finally, make sure you spell check and proof read your work before final submission to
avoid syntax, spelling and punctuation errors.

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