This document provides instructions for a group assignment on international human resource management. It will be completed in a group of 4 students. Each group will submit a 500-word written report critically analyzing factors important for expatriate success. They will also give a 20-minute presentation on their research, followed by 5-10 minutes of Q&A. The report will be graded based on analysis, references, and writing mechanics. The presentation will be graded on attire, communication skills, content, participation, voice, and handling of questions.

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1. Learning Outcomes
Students should be able to:
Analyse and critically evaluate the key theories and concepts that have influenced the
strategies of international human resource management;
Demonstrate high level research, problem solving and communication skills and be
able to demonstrate analysis and decision making processes;
2. Instructions for the Assignment
This group assignment is weighted at 20% of the total in-course assessment. The
assignment comprises the submission of a short report (15% of the assessment) and a
group presentation (5% of the assessment) which should discuss the issues and area of
research undertaken.
The group should consist of 4 members. Each member of the group must participate in
the presentation.
The time allotted for the group presentation is 20 minutes, followed by a 5-10 minute
question and answer session. The Presentation will need to show team work and the time
limit will be strictly adhered to.
3. The Written Report
This is a 500 words report. Critically evaluate and analyse the factors that are important
in ensuring the success of expatriating staff to another country: ‘family situation,
flexibility and adaptability, job knowledge and motivation, relational skills, and
extracultural openness.” (Noe, Hollenbeck, Gerhart and Wright, 2000)
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3.1 Guidelines for the Report
1. You should state the number of words used at the end of the report. You may
include diagrams, figures, appendices etc. without word penalty. The standard
University sliding scale of penalties for excess length will be imposed. The
penalties will be as follows:
Up to 10% excess no penalty
11-20% excess 5% penalty
21-30% excess 10% penalty
31+ excess cannot achieve higher than 40%
2. You will be expected to show evidence of wider reading and independent study in
some or all of the following ways:
By reference to the appropriate and relevant literature/journals
By the appropriate use of theoretical models commonly used
By demonstrating awareness of human resource management practices in
relation to the employment of expatriates
3. At least 5 different references must be used. Failure to do so will result in
automatic failure of the assignment. Purely web sources will not be considered to
show adequate depth and breadth of research and reading.
4. Please ensure that you reference correctly, using the Harvard system, i.e.
author/date within the text, but full references, alphabetically arranged by
author(s)/date/title of article of book/journal details if article/page
number/publisher/publisher location in the bibliography.
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3.2 Marking Criteria – Group Report
Marks are awarded based on the following guidelines:
Grade Description of performance level
70% – 100% A systematic approach to analysis and evaluation is required. The quality
of the arguments used to develop and support the prescriptions is
essential. There were matured and interesting points shown in the
research. Each point is supported with valid explanation. The candidate
shows understanding of subject matter. There were no grammatical
errors or spelling mistakes. Referencing is adequate and correctly done
50% – 69% There were sufficient points raised with valid explanations provided.
There is adequate understanding of subject matter. Minor grammatical
errors and spelling mistakes. Referencing is sufficient with no or minor
errors.
40% – 49% No clear understanding of the subject. Insufficient points given and
explanations are unclear or not helpful in clarifying points. Major
grammatical and spelling mistakes. Referencing is sufficient with some
errors.
Below 40% You did not show understanding of the subject matter. Points are off-
topic and do not relate to the statement. No understanding of theories and
concepts taught. Not enough references given. Numerous grammatical
and spelling mistakes. Inadequate referencing with errors.
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4. The Group Presentation
The Group will present their report concisely and show how they have benefited from
the chosen topic.
The Group Presentation will be assessed by the criteria mentioned in the form below;
Group Observation / Presentation Form (5%)
Criteria Marks Marks
awarded
Attire 10
 Professionalism
Effective communication 15
 Professionalism
 Eye contact
 Body language
 Facial expression
Content 45
 Well researched - range and depth of sources
used
 Well structured – good introduction,
development and conclusion
 Clear explanation
 Timing – good use of available time and good
pacing of delivery
Participation in team work 10
 Team work
 Team cohesiveness
Clarity / projection of voice and ideas 10
 Pronunciation & Grammar
 Ideas in sequence and logical
Questions 10
 Questions handled confidently by group
member, understanding of issues by all team
members
100
Total
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