Department of Management and Marketing
HUMAN RESOURCE
INFORMATION SYSTEMS
[MGT3HRI]
Subject Learning Guide
Semester 2
2015
Bundoora
Subject Coordinator: Dr Petrus Usmanij
Lecturer & Tutor: Mr Richard Stone
Table of Contents
SUBJECT DETAILS
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GENERAL DETAILS
ENROLMENT REQUIREMENTS
STAFF CONTACTS
SUBJECT DESCRIPTION
SUBJECT INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (SILOS)
GRADUATE CAPABILITIES
LEARNING ACTIVITY SUMMARY
ASSESSMENT AND FEEDBACK SUMMARY
LEARNING RESOURCES
STUDENT FEEDBACK ON SUBJECT SURVEY
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POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES
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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION
EXTENSIONS, LATE SUBMISSIONS AND PENALTIES
RESULTS, REVIEWS AND RE-MARKS
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SCHEDULE OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES
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SESSION PLAN
LEARNING ACTIVITY DETAILS
LEARNING ACTIVITY - COLLEGE/SCHOOL/DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC INFORMATION
STUDENT LEARNING UNIT (SL)
LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (LMS)
LIBRARY
STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
PEER LEARNING ADVISERS
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ASSESSMENT AND FEEDBACK DETAILS
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ASSESSMENT TASKS
DETAILED GRADING CRITERIA
ASSESSMENT TASK 1
ASSESSMENT TASK 2
ASSESSMENT TASK 3
ASSESSMENT AND FEEDBACK - COLLEGE/SCHOOL/DISCIPLINE-SPECIFIC INFORMATION
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Subject Details
GENERAL DETAILS
Subject Code:
MGT3HRI
Subject Title:
Human Resource Information Systems
Teaching Period:
Semester 2, 2015
Location(s):
Bundoora
Credit Points:
15.0
Mode:
Face-to-face
Level:
Year Level 3 - UG
ENROLMENT REQUIREMENTS
Prerequisites:
MGT2HRM or THS2SLM
Co-requisites:
NA
Incompatibles:
NA
Assumed Skills & Knowledge:
NA
Special Study Requirements:
NA
STAFF CONTACTS
Role
Subject Coordinator
Campus
Bundoora
Name
Dr Petrus Usmanij
Email
p.usmanij@latrobe.edu.au
Telephone
94791620
Lecturer and Tutor
Bundoora
Mr Richard Stone
r.stone@latrobe.edu.au
9479 1226
Room
MARB 375
SUBJECT DESCRIPTION
Management of Human Resource Information is pivotal to the strategic planning and subsequent success of an organisation.
This subject highlights the central role Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) play as a critical management tool for
planning, developing, managing and evaluating the performance of the organisation. This subject develops a comprehensive
understanding of the theoretical models of HRIS and applies the models to diverse Human Resource (HR) functions and
processes that incorporate HRIS. Furthermore, HRIS applications are employed to apply models to a diverse set of HR
functions such as planning, recruitment, selection, and training and development. Concepts such as information security and
privacy are examined along with emerging trends in Management of HR and Information Technology.
SUBJECT INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (SILOS)
Upon successful completion of this subject, you should be able to:
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apply the theoretical models of HRIS to work-base practices as it applies to contemporary organizations
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demonstrate the practical application of HRIS to work-based practices as it applies to contemporary organizations
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distinguish between major processes involved in developing HRIS as it applies to contemporary organizations
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examine the diverse HR functions that incorporate HRIS as it applies to contemporary organizations
GRADUATE CAPABILITIES
The following Graduate Capabilities (GCs) are evaluated in this subject:
GC
GC Point
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Writing - Display appropriate written communication skills
Capstone
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Speaking - Display appropriate oral communication skills
Capstone
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Enquiry / Research
Capstone
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Critical thinking /analysis - Reflect critically on current
Capstone
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international management theory and practice
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Creative problem solving/ synthesis - Have well developed
conceptual, analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills
Capstone
f
Information Literacy - Use relevant information technologies to
identify, analyse, interpret and present information
Capstone
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Ethical awareness - Maintain high ethical standards and be aware
of social and ethical implications of professional and personal
activities
Capstone
LEARNING ACTIVITY SUMMARY
Learning Activity:
Schedule
Lectures
Weeks 1-9; 10-12
Tutorials / Lab Discussion
Weeks 2-9; 10-12
Further information is available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/timetable/
ASSESSMENT AND FEEDBACK SUMMARY
Assessment Tasks:
Due Date
SILOs
GCs
%
Comments
Theoretical assignment – 1500 words
Monday Week 6 at 5:00 PM
1, 2, 3, 4
a, c, d, e, g
20
The Submission of the
soft format of the
assignment to the
TURNITIN
Database Application Project plus Lab
Reports – 1500 words plus MS Access
Exercise Modules
Friday Week 9 at 5:00 PM
1, 2, 3, 4
c, d, e, f
30
The Submission of the
soft format of the
assignment to the
TURNITIN
Contribution in Tutorials / Lab Discussion
Fortnightly
1, 2, 3, 4
b, c, d, e,
f, g
10
To be determined by
the Tutor at each
tutorial/lab discussion
session during
semester 2, 2015
1, 2, 3, 4
a, c, d, e, g
40
Final Examination – 2 hours
LEARNING RESOURCES
Reading Type
Title
Author and Year
Publisher
Textbook
Human Resource Information
Systems: Basics, Applications
and Future Directions. Third
edition
Kavanagh, M.J., Thite, M., and
Johnson, R.D., 2015
Sage Publications: London, UK.
ISBN 9781483306933
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STUDENT FEEDBACK ON SUBJECT SURVEY
The Student Feedback on Subjects (SFS) Survey is part of the quality assurance process that occurs across the university. In this survey you are
invited to tell us about your learning experiences in this subject. Your views will be taken seriously and will assist us to enhance this subject for
the next group of students. The surveys are anonymous, and you will be invited to participate via an email sent to your account during the
survey period.
For information on Student Feedback on Subjects refer to:
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/students/get-involved/speak-up/subjects-teaching
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Policies, Procedures and Guidelines
The University has a comprehensive policy framework to which both staff and students must adhere. You should familiarise yourself with
those policies, procedures and guidelines likely to affect you especially the following:
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Academic Integrity
Academic Progress
Assessment and Feedback
Extension to Submission Dates
Late Submission of Assessment Tasks
Occupational, Health and Safety [OHS]
Privacy
Special Consideration
Student Charter
Use of Electronic Mail
The relevant policies, procedures and guidelines can be found on the website at: http://www.latrobe.edu.au/policy/
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity means being honest in academic work and taking responsibility for learning the conventions of scholarship. La Trobe
University views this seriously as evidenced by the following extract:
Academic honesty is a fundamental principle in teaching, learning, research and scholarship. The University requires its
academic staff and students to observe the highest ethical standards in all aspects of academic work and it
demonstrates its commitment to these values by awarding due credit for honestly conducted scholarly work, and by
penalising academic misconduct and all forms of cheating.
Academic Integrity Procedures (2012, p. 1 of 6)
Academic misconduct includes improper referencing, plagiarism, copying and cheating. You should familiarise yourself with your
responsibilities in relation to Academic Integrity and if you have any questions, direct them to your Course Coordinator. Information can be
found on the website at: http://www.latrobe.edu.au/students/learning/academic-integrity.
For assistance with referencing visit http://www.latrobe.edu.au/students/learning/academic-integrity/referencing-help
Special Consideration
Special Consideration is the term used to describe a process that applies an equity measure to ensure that where any temporary adverse
circumstances beyond the control of a student, that impact negatively on that student’s ability to demonstrate their learning achievement for
an assessment task, is taken into account.
Eligibility to apply for Special Consideration does not automatically imply eligibility to receive it. Certain criteria must be satisfied in order to
receive Special Consideration.
Submission of special consideration applications for assignments, mid-semester tests and final examinations should be made online at:
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/special-consideration
Extensions, Late Submissions and Penalties
There are policies and procedures to guarantee fair, consistent and transparent treatment of late submission of assessment tasks provide
equity around extensions to submission dates and penalties associated with not submitting assessment by the due date and time.
Please refer to the relevant policies, procedures and guidelines website at: http://www.latrobe.edu.au/policy/documents/late-submission-ofassessment-tasks-policy.pdf
Submission of special consideration applications for assignments, mid-semester tests and final examinations should be made online at:
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/special-consideration
Results, reviews and re-marks
If you believe your assessment task has been marked incorrectly you may request a review of your marks.
Please refer to the relevant policies, procedures and guidelines website at: http://www.latrobe.edu.au/students/exams/results
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Schedule of Learning Activities
Session Plan
Week
1
Date
27-07-15
Lecture Session
Tutorial Activity
SILOs
GCs
Introduction to the course
No tutorial this week
1, 2, 3, 4
b,c,d,e,f,g
Tutorial 1:
1, 2, 3, 4
b,c,d,e,f,g
Lecture 1: Evolution of Human Resource
Management and Human Resources
Information Systems: The role of Information
Technology (Chapter 1)
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03-08-15
Lecture 2: Systems Considerations in the
Design of an HRIS: Planning for
Implementation (Chapter 3)
Discussion Questions: p.28, 77
Case Study: Position Description and
Specification for an HRIS Administrator
Computer Lab Tutorial: Database and
Database Objects, Querying a Database
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10-08-15
Lecture 3: HRIS Needs Analysis (Chapter 4),
Talent Management (Chapter 11)
No tutorial this week
1, 2, 3, 4
b,c,d,e,f,g
4
17-08-15
Lecture 4: System Design and Acquisition
(Chapter 5)
Tutorial 2:
1, 2, 3, 4
b,c,d,e,f,g
Discussion Questions: p.102-103, 131, 364
Case Study: Planning the needs of other
organizations, Larson Property Management
Company
Computer Lab Tutorial: Creating Reports and
Forms
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24-08-15
Lecture 5: Cost Justifying Human Resource
Information Systems Investment (Chapter 8)
No tutorial this week
1, 2, 3, 4
b,c,d,e,f,g
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31-08-15
Lecture 6: Project Management and Human
Resource Management Advice for Human
Resource Information Systems
Implementation (Chapter 6)
Tutorial 3:
1, 2, 3, 4
b,c,d,e,f,g
Discussion Questions: p.196, 232-233
Case Study: Regional Hospital, Investment
Associates
Computer Lab Tutorial: Multi-table Forms
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07-09-15
Lecture 7: Change Management:
Implementation, Integration and
Maintenance of the Human Resource
Information Systems (Chapter 9)
No tutorial this week
1, 2, 3, 4
b,c,d,e,f,g
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14-09-15
Lecture 8: Human Resource Administration
and Human Resource Information Systems
(Chapter 10)
Tutorial 4:
1, 2, 3, 4
b,c,d,e,f,g
1, 2, 3, 4
b,c,d,e,f,g
1, 2, 3, 4
b,c,d,e,f,g
Discussion Questions: p.273, 324-325
Case Study: The Grant Corporation, The
Caleeta Corporation
Computer Lab Tutorial: Advanced report
Techniques
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10
21-09-15
Lecture 9: Recruitment and Selection in an
Internet Context (Chapter 12)
28-09-15
MID-SEMESTER BREAK
05-10-15
Lecture 10: Training and Development: Issues
and Human Resource Information Systems
Applications (Chapter 13)
No tutorial this week
No Lecture/Tutorial this week
Tutorial 5:
Discussion Questions: p.403, 446
Case Study: Meddevco
Computer Lab Tutorial: Using SQL
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Week
Date
Lecture Session
Tutorial Activity
SILOs
GCs
11
12-10-15
Lecture 11: HRM Metrics and Workforce
Analytics (Chapter 7), Performance
Management, Compensation, Benefits,
Payroll and the Human Resource Information
Systems (Chapter 14)
No tutorial this week
1, 2, 3, 4
b,c,d,e,f,g
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19-10-15
Lecture 12: Subject Review and Exam
Preparation
No tutorial this week
1, 2, 3, 4
b,c,d,e,f,g
26-10-15
STUDY VACATION
30-10-15
CENTRAL EXAMINATION PERIOD
Learning Activity Details
Times and rooms are subject to change. To view the full time and location details for learning activities in this subject, please ensure you seek
further information available at http://www.latrobe.edu.au/timetable/.
You should also regularly check [at least once per week] the subject’s LMS site (where applicable) for updated information.
Learning Activity - College/School/Discipline-specific Information
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numeracy skills required for successful learning in their courses. For further information, please see the website at:
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Learning Management System (LMS)
The Learning Management System (LMS) is an Internet based system which allows you access to learning materials and to interact with other
students and teaching staff in activities related to your studies from any location with Internet access. Most subjects have a LMS site into
which you are automatically added as part of your enrolment into the subject.
The LMS can be accessed at: https://www.latrobe.edu.au/lms/login/ by using your Username and Password provided to you on your
Statement of Account. If you are having trouble accessing the LMS or want to find out more about LMS, please see the website at:
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Library
The Library has many valuable physical and online learning resources that can help you with your study. On campus students should get to
know the physical Library environment by going on a Library Tour. All students should get familiar with the Library website where online
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LibGuides [http://latrobe.libguides.com/index.php] – providing specific discipline and subject guides;
LibSkills [http://latrobe.libguides.com/libskills] – to teach you library research and information literacy skills;
LibChat [http://www.lib.latrobe.edu.au/] - a library discussion forum allowing you to chat with a Librarian;
Academic Referencing Modules [http://latrobe.libguides.com/referencingmodules] – to assist you to understand specific
referencing styles;
Academic Referencing Tool [http://www.lib.latrobe.edu.au/referencingtool/non-flash/index.php] – providing detailed
referencing examples; and,
Assignment Calculator [http://www.latrobe.edu.au/library/assignment-thesis-support] – to assist you in time managing your
assignments and submitting on time.
Student Support Services
If you have special needs due to disability or other factors the Equality and Diversity Centre can provide advice and support. This Centre can
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Peer Learning Advisers
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Assessment and Feedback Details
Assessment Tasks
Assessment Task 1
Due Date
%
SILOs Assessed
Contribution in Tutorial/Lab Discussion
In each tutorial
10
1,2,3,4
Submission Details
Students are required to read subject materials and prepare questions in advance for each tutorial. Attendance is recommended and
students’ participation is expected. Participation will facilitate the learning process, and understanding of the subject. The tutorial sessions in
this subject will be held fortnightly for 2 hours. The tutorial sessions are divided into two parts; chapter discussion and case review are carried
out in the first hour of the session and the 2nd hour of the session is dedicated to MS ACCESS database design, development, DBMS
management.
Microsoft Access is used to create simple database solutions. Access tables support a variety of standard field types, indices, and referential
integrity. Access also includes a query interface, forms to display and enter data, and reports for printing. The underlying database, which
contains these objects, is multiuser-aware and handles record-locking and referential integrity including cascading, updates and deletes. In
each tutorial you will learn specific functionalities of the DBMS project. The DBMS project is intended to familiarise students with
essentials of HRIS DBMS systems. Subject areas that will be covered include:
Building and Using Access Tables
Building and Using Queries
Modifying the Database Structure
Creating Multiple Table Queries
Enhancing Forms
Analysing Data with Reports
Creating and Using Forms
Creating and Using Reports
Creating Advanced Queries
Creating Advanced Reports
Creating Macros
Administering the Database
Grading Criteria and Feedback
Please refer to the Rubric
Description of Task
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Tutorial discussion of cases has a maximum awardable value of 10% of the overall grade in the subject. Each student MUST contribute
significantly to in-class analysis and discussion of the discussion questions and cases for an award of marks in this category. Each
student is expected to be an active participant in case discussions and to offer meaningful analysis and convincing arguments
relevant to the material under discussion. Your grade for class participation is something to be earned by contributing your
assessments and judgments to the discussion. Attending tutorials and listening to the discussion of assigned cases is not
sufficient for the award of marks; attendance is not participation. A conscientious effort should be made by each student to be
sufficiently prepared to make intelligent and timely comments regarding the strategic and managerial issues raised in the cases—
this entails reading the assigned cases and preparing several pages of notes to the assignment questions for each case.
A contribution is defined as making a relevant and clearly articulated statement, either in response to a question by the tutor or in
response/rebuttal to comments made by another student. Merely saying “yes” or “no” without any elaboration or without having the
full attention of the class does not count as meaningful participation.
You are required to attend the tutorial session in which you have enrolled. Please note; neither the subject coordinator, the subject
lecturer, nor the subject tutors, are able to change student’s tutorial enrolment based on student preferences. Attendance and
participation in a tutorial session other than the one you are enrolled in will not count.
The minimum requirement for demonstrated contribution in a tutorial to achieve 6/10 or 60% for tutorial participation is to make no fewer
than five (5) informed statements in no fewer than three (3) separate tutorials, and attend no fewer than three (3) of the five (5) tutorials
on offer. Students who are absent from three of more tutorial sessions should not expect the award of sufficient marks in this segment for
an adequate pass.
Your written answers to the case discussions may be collected at the end of the case discussion.
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Assessment Task 2
Due Date
%
SILOs Assessed
Theoretical Assignment
Monday Week 6 at 5:00 PM
20
1,2,3,4
Submission Details
The submission of the soft format of the assignment to TURNITIN should be by Monday Week 6 at 5:00 PM. Your assignment will not be
graded if you fail to submit the assignment via TURNITIN link. You will be awarded zero as a consequence.
Word length: 1500 words
The word count of 1500 excludes the reference section and the Appendices of the project.
Grading Criteria and Feedback
The 4 elements that you need to consider when writing this project are;
I) Knowledge (35%)
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Identification of relevant theories, concepts and arguments relevant to the question.
Comprehension and analysis of the academic literature relevant to the topic.
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Appropriate use of terms and definitions, theories and examples.
Research is summarised and integrated in a cohesive, clear manner.
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A high degree of critical analysis and discussion is presented.
II) Argumentation (35%)
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Discussion flows logically and coherently.
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Arguments and discussion are persuasive.
Examples used are valid, relevant, and provide effective support.
III) References and Citations (10%)
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Inclusion of at least 6 academic references not provided in class (i.e., peer-reviewed, journal articles).
IV) Presentation and Structure (20%)
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Introduction is clear and outlines the context of the essay.
Body addresses key issues outlined in the introduction.
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Conclusion provides a summary of key issues and answers the question.
Logical connections made between the ideas presented.
Sequence and structure of ideas presented are fluent and coherent.
Please refer also to the rubric.
Description of Task
This assignment is designed to test the students on their ability to:
Reflect critically on current management theories and practice.
Identify the diverse HR functions that may incorporate an HRIS and explain how these functions would utilise HRIS with
reference to a specific job/ category of jobs in an organisation.
Analyse and critique the theoretical and applied approaches to HRIS in workplace practice.
Analyse and critique the process of developing and effectively utilising HRIS in modern organisations.
Assignment Requirement
You are required to prepare a research paper which critically analyses how technology (specifically HRIS) is being utilised in two (2) HR
functions in an organization and apply that to the organization of your choice that you are analyzing for this assignment.
In preparing your work, you need make certain the following directives are adhered to;
1) The organisation of choice needs to be a real company with operations in Australia and/or overseas.
2) Your paper will need to identify how technology is currently being utilised in your chosen HR functions, how it may be used in
the future, and apply your findings to the organisation of your choice.
recruitment, selection, induction,
3)
The two HR functions you choose to analyse should be amongst functions such as;
training, career planning, industrial relations, occupational health and safety, etc.
4)
It is recommended that you select a specific job and/or job classification within your choice organisation and apply
points 1, 2 and 3 to that specific job and/or job classification. For e.g. If your choice organisation is QANTAS, it is
recommended to look at Flight Engineers as a specific job within the choice organisation and analyse the effects of HRIS on 2 HR
functions related to Flight Engineers.
5) You may find it helpful to undertake some research prior to making a final decision on which HR functions you choose.
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Assessment Task 3
Due Date
%
SILOs Assessed
Database Application Project plus Lab Reports
Friday Week 9 at 5:00 PM
30
1,2,3,4
Submission Details
The submission of the soft format of the assignment to TURNITIN should be by Friday Week 9 at 5:00 PM. Your assignment will not be graded
if you fail to submit the assignment via TURNITIN link. You will be awarded zero as a consequence.
Word length: 1500 words
The word count of 1500 excludes the reference section and the Appendices of the project.
Grading Criteria and Feedback
The 5 elements that you need to consider when writing this project are;
I) Knowledge (25%)
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Identification of relevant theories, concepts and arguments relevant to the question.
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Comprehension and analysis of the academic literature relevant to the topic.
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Appropriate use of terms and definitions, theories and examples.
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Research is summarized and integrated in a cohesive, clear manner.
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A high degree of critical analysis and discussion is presented.
II) Argumentation (25%)
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Discussion flows logically and coherently.
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Arguments and discussion are persuasive.
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Examples used are valid, relevant, and provide effective support.
III) References and Citations (10%)
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Inclusion of at least 6 academic references not provided in class (i.e., peer-reviewed, journal articles).
IV) Presentation and Structure (15%)
• Introduction is clear and outlines the context of the essay.
• Body addresses key issues outlined in the introduction.
• Conclusion provides a summary of key issues and answers the question.
• Logical connections made between the ideas presented.
• Sequence and structure of ideas presented are fluent and coherent.
V) MS ACCESS Project (25%)
• Were all the exercises included?
• Were all the exercises completed adequately?
Description of Task
This assignment is designed to test students’ ability to:
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Analyse and audit organisational DBMS needs.
Rationalise and communicate organisational DBMS needs.
Develop and organisation specific criteria of an effective DBMS.
Develop skills in designing and interpreting reports from an HRIS.
Be able to demonstrate problem-solving skills and anticipate problems with using an HRIS.
Assignment Requirement
This Assignment consists of 2 components; in the first component of this assignment, assume that you are the HR manager and that
your organisation requires you to provide a plan and a set of recommendations that would identify parameters and protocols for design and
development of an HR DBMS.
Your organisation is going through a high growth phase and needs to recruit and train about 500 employees in the next 12 months. It
also needs to identify the performance and skill profiles of present employees for later possible redundancies. The central question that you
need to consider: What characteristics should a credible HR Data base for the high-growth industry should have? In another words, if
you are to design a DBMS for your company, what functionalities would you integrate into your DBMS. Once you have outlines the design
parameters, you need to rationalise your choice and need to highlight the need for functionalities in the context of the case organisation
and the job/job category you are focusing on.
The design parameters of the DBMS of your case organisation should be directly applied to at least 2 of the functions below in your
organisation:
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Recruitment and selection
Training and development
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Career planning
Performance review
Occupational health & safety
Finally, you need to address the manner by which IT can assist in your addressing the above factors. For the case industry, your organization should
be one of the following;
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An Airline with a recent modernisation strategy in place where a new fleet has replaced the older planes and hence new crew with new
set of skills and ongoing training requirements are employed.
An Australian mining company with mining outposts in the Northern Plains of Western Australia.
A tertiary educational institute that has applied for accreditation from The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
(AACSB). Accreditation of AACSB required mandatory training and audit of skills of the academic staff. In addition the directive regarding
the teaching load, research and community service should be abided by, audited, reported and be available in a transparent manner to
the AACSB.
In preparing the first component of this assignment, assume, you need make certain the following directives are adhered to:
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The organisation of choice needs to be a real company with operations in Australia and/or overseas.
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Your paper will need to identify how HRIS is currently being utilised in your chosen HR functions, and how the unique characteristics of
your choice organisation are reflected in the design parameters of its DBMS.
3)
The two HR functions you choose to analyse should be amongst functions such as; recruitment, selection, induction, training, career
planning, industrial relations, occupational health and safety, etc.
4)
It is recommended that you select a specific job and/or job classification within your choice organisation and apply points 1, 2 and 3 to
that specific job and/or job classification. For e.g. If your choice organisation is Rio Tinto (one of the largest mining companies in the
world), then the DBMS could be designed to address two HR functions for mine engineers who will be posted to the outpost for 3 weeks
shifts and are responsible for daily HR functions of the mining site.
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You may find it helpful to undertake some research prior to making a final decision on which HR functions you choose.
Please note the first component of the DBMS assignment is worth 20 marks of the 30 marks allocated to the DBMS Assignment.
In the second component of this project, there are 5 specific MS ACCESS exercises that students are required to complete. Details of the 5 specific
exercises and the work files (if needed for each of the exercises) will be available on the LMS.
The 5 MS ACCESS exercises are intended to familiarise students with essentials of HRIS DBMS systems. Subject areas that will be covered include:
Building and Using Access Tables
Building and Using Queries
Modifying the Database Structure
Creating Multiple Table Queries
Enhancing Forms
Analysing Data with Reports
Creating and Using Forms
Creating and Using Reports
Creating Advanced Queries
Creating Advanced Reports
Creating Macros
Administering the Database
In preparing the second component of assignment 2, you need to make certain the following directives are adhered to:
1)
The answers to the five MS ACCESS exercises should all be put into a ZIP format.
2)
The MS ACCESS exercises are to be submitted on the same date as the first component of the DBMS Assignment i.e. Date and time TBA.
The link to submit the MS ACCESS exercise will close at the above mentioned time.
3)
A link to for late submission of the Zip file will open immediately after the deadline. Late submissions will be penalised by 1 mark per day
and awarded ZERO after 3 consecutive days of no submission.
4)
The zip file containing the answers to the MS ACCESS exercise should be uploaded on a link that is placed on the LMS page of the subject.
The link will be opened on the LMS from the week starting 17th of August 2015.
5)
The zipped folder should be named as; Your name_ student number_ tutorial day tutorial time
Please note that the second component of the DBMS assignment is worth 10 marks of the 30 marks allocated to the DBMS Assignment.
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Detailed Grading Criteria
Assessment Task 1
Contribution in Tutorial/Lab Discussion Rubric
Criteria
UponCriteria
being asked
questions in the tutorial
sessions demonstrate
knowledge of diverse HR
functions that
incorporate Human
Resource Information
Systems as it applies to
contemporary
organizations
(ILO1)
Upon being asked
questions in the tutorial
sessions demonstrate an
ability to distinguish
between major
processes involved in
developing Human
Resource Information
Systems as it applies to
contemporary
organizations
(ILO2)
Upon being asked
questions in the tutorial
sessions demonstrate
an ability to apply the
theoretical models of
Human Resource
Information Systems to
work-base practices as
it applies to
contemporary
organizations
Standard (N, 0-49% Standard (D, 50-59%,
etc)
etc)
Pre-structural Student has not
defined any
concept nor has
any description of
theories and
concepts relevant
to the project are
provided.
Uni-Structural Student has
identified and
provided a
description on the
relevant theories
and concepts
related to the case
organisation.
Standard (C, 60-69%,
etc)
Standard (B, 70-79%,
etc)
Standard (A, 80100%, etc)
Multi-Structural identified and
provided a
framework linking
theory and
theoretical concepts
to the case
organisation/industry
is provided
Relational - critique
to theory and
highlight alternative
approaches that
may complement
the method of
analysis
Extended Abstract –
Develop and discuss an
alternative framework
that assembles an
approach based on the
initial framework and
highlight new concepts
that have emerged as
results of this
application are
provided.
Relational Critique the
theories and
highlight
deficiencies in
theories of
strategic
management
when applying
them to the case
organisation
Extended Abstract –
Develop and discuss an
alternative framework
that assembles an
approach based on the
initial framework and
highlight new concepts
that have emerged as
result of this application
Uni-Structural Pre-structural Multi-Structural identified and
Student has
Discuss how the
provided a
identified the
industry/organisationprocess of strategic description on the specific factors relate to
internal and
plan and the
the theories and
external dynamics
preliminary factors
concepts
that were
of the
that need to be
identified from the
case organisation and
assumed when
literature.
has highlighted major
developing HRIS in
processes involved in
contemporary
developing HRIS.
organisations.
Pre-structural Student has
identified a
framework that
applies theories of
HRIS to practices at
contemporary
organisations.
Uni-Structural Multi-Structural Creating a framework
Indicate
that compares the
comprehension and
principles of design
understanding of the
and development
relationships between
of HRIS to specific
principles of HRIS
questions posed in
development and their relation
to the case
relevancy to
organisation
the analysis of
strategic management
in the case
organisation
Relational - Critique
Extended Abstract –
the principles of HRIS Develop and discuss an
design and
alternative HRIS design
development and
and development
highlight deficiencies framework that assembles
in those principles t an approach based on the
when applying them to initial framework and
the case organisation highlight new concepts
that have emerged as
result of this application
(ILO3)
Upon being asked
questions in the
tutorial sessions
demonstrate an ability
to demonstrate the
practical application of
Human resource
Information Systems to
work-based
practices as it applies to
contemporary
organizations
(ILO4)
Pre-structural Student has
identified general
characteristics of
the case industry /
organisation
Uni-Structural - Multi-Structural - create
a framework that link
identified and
discussed the role the specific institutional
and organisational
of the relevant
frameworks to the
Institutional and
relevant theories used in
organisational
the case study
factors influencing
the
strategic planning
and implementation
process of HRIS in
the case
organisation.
Relational Propose a
framework that
assembles an
approach based
on the initial
framework and
highlight new
concepts that
have emerged as
result of this
application
Extended Abstract –
Develop and discuss an
alternative framework
that assembles an
approach based on the
initial framework and
highlight new concepts
that have emerged as
result of this application
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Assessment Task 2
Theoretical Assignment Rubric
Standard (B, 70-79%,
etc)
Relational - Develop a
written critique of the
theories and highlight
deficiencies in theories
of HRIS when applying
them to the case
organization
Standard (A, 80100%, etc)
Extended Abstract Develop and propose a
written framework
that assembles an
approach based on the
initial framework and
highlight new concepts
that have emerged as
result of this
application
Upon being asked Pre-structural - Little or
Uni-Structural Multi-Structural Relational - Critique the
questions in the
theories and highlight
no written evidence of Outline the written
Creating a written
tutorial sessions
identification of
pre and post HRIS
framework that
deficiencies in theories
demonstrate an
functions that are
scenario in the case
compares the HRIS of HRIS when outlining
the manner HR
ability to distinguish affected as a result of organization and the enabled transition to
between major
incorporation of HRIS manner by which each a new IS enabled HR functions change as a
result of HRIS
processes involved in
of the listed functions
management
developing
have been affected
Extended Abstract Develop and propose
a written framework
that assembles an
approach based on
the unique
characteristics of the
HRIS and the manner
it has changed HR
functions in the case
Criteria
Upon being asked
questions in the
tutorial sessions
demonstrate
knowledge of diverse
HR functions that
incorporate Human
Resource Information
Systems as it applies
to contemporary
organizations (ILO1)
Standard (N, 0-49%
etc)
Pre-structural - Little or
no written evidence of
identification of
theories, concepts and
arguments relevant to
the design and
implementation of HRIS
in an organization.
Standard (D, 50-59%, Standard (C, 60-69%,
etc)
etc)
Uni-Structural Multi-Structural Indicate written
Creating a written
comprehension and
framework that
understanding of the compares the HRIS
relationships
theories and models to
between the theories specific characteristics
and concepts relevant
of the case
to the design,
organization/industry
implementation and
development of an
HRIS system in an
organization
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Assessment Task 3
Database Application Project plus Lab Reports Rubric
Standard (D, 5059%, etc)
Standard (C, 6069%, etc)
Pre-structural Little or no
evidence of an
Develop a handsunderstanding of
on experience in
HRIS
and the usage
using a computerof Information
based HRIS
systems in
managing HRM
Indicate an
understanding of the
process of HRIS
needs analysis
Create a written link
between the
organisational needs
and HRIS design
requirements
Create a written
relationship
between technical
and organisational
needs of an HRIS
system
Develop a written
framework linking the HRIS
technical needs analysis of
the case organisation and
theoretical description of
the process of needs
analysis and development of
HRIS system
Little or no
evidence of ability
to define the
process of query,
filtering and
management of
staff Information
Develop a written
framework outlining
parameters for
developing a system
of query, filtering
and management of
staff information
Develop a written set
of
organisation/industry
specific
characteristics that is
used to develop the
process of query,
filtering etc
Implement the
process of written
query, filtering and
management of SIS
via MS ACESS
database
Develop a written post
implementation evaluation
procedure
Little or no
evidence of ability
to define DSS
system and outline
the functionalities
of MS ACCESS
Outline the elements
of the MS ACESS that
are relevant to the
process of DSS
Develop a set of
parameters that are
required in
developing MS
ACCESS-based DSS
Develop a set of
written queries to
access information
relevant to the case
organisation
Develop a written
framework that outlines the
MS ACCESS database
development parameters
relevant to the case
organisation/industry
Criteria
Develop query,
filtering and
management of
staff information
to enable search
and modification
of the staff
information
Use the
information
provided by MS
ACCESS queries to
enable DSS
Standard (N, 049% etc)
Standard (B, 7079%, etc)
Standard (A, 80-100%,
etc)
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