7WBS2007-0901-2025 The Future of Human Resource Management Assignment Brief, Singapore

Introduction

Workplaces are changing faster than ever. Technology, artificial intelligence, shifting workforce expectations, global uncertainty, and the urgent need for sustainable business practices are all reshaping the way organisations manage people. The HR function is no longer just about processes and policies. it is about leading change, shaping culture, and preparing organisations for the future.

In this assignment, you will take a critical look at how HR is transforming. You will explore the big questions: How will AI and data analytics shape recruitment and performance management? What will employee wellbeing and hybrid work look like in the next decade? How will diversity, equity, and sustainability influence HR strategies?

Your presentation should not only show that you understand these issues but also demonstrate your ability to think critically, draw on theory and research, and connect ideas to real organisational practice. By the end, your audience should see you as someone who can confidently analyse the trends shaping HRM and communicate a clear vision of its future.

Ideas to Help You Complete the Assignment

Pick a Theme that Excites You

• Don’t try to cover everything. Choose one or two areas of HR’s future that interest you—like AI in recruitment, hybrid work, wellbeing, or green HRM—and go deep.

Use Theory to Back Up Your Points

Link your analysis to frameworks like:

• Resource-Based View (RBV) – HR as a source of competitive advantage.
• Ulrich’s HR Roles – HR as strategic partner, employee champion, change agent.
• Herzberg or JD-R Model – to explore future wellbeing strategies.
• Or any HRM Theory that you prefer or understand.

Bring in Real-World Evidence

Cite recent reports from CIPD, McKinsey, Deloitte, or case studies of companies experimenting with AI, flexible work, or ESG-driven HR practices.

Structure Your Presentation Clearly

A simple flow might be:

1.    Introduction: Why HR’s future matters.

2.    Key Trends: Pick 2–3 critical developments.

3.    Implications: For organisations, employees, and HR leaders.

4.    Recommendations: How HR should adapt.

5.    Conclusion: Your vision for HR in 2030.

Make it Engaging

Use visuals (charts, infographics, case examples).

Keep text minimal: focus on clear headlines and key takeaways.

Any specific instructions:
The HBS Grading Criteria (rubric) will evidence how marks are awarded for individual parts of

the assignment i.e. Presentation and Structure, Intellectual Curiosity and Referencing, Content, Analysis, Discussion

Marking Criteria: Professional Video Presentation (12 minutes)

Length: 12 minutes (+/– 1 minute)
Weighting: 30%

1. Content and Knowledge (30%)

Demonstrates clear understanding of the topic and chosen scenario.

Uses relevant theory, evidence, and examples.

Focused on the question/brief throughout.

2. Analysis and Critical Thinking (30%)

Goes beyond description to analyse the issues.

Evaluates different perspectives (e.g., global vs local HR, AI vs human judgment).

Offers logical conclusions or recommendations.

3. Organisation and Structure (15%)

Clear introduction, main points, and conclusion.

Logical flow; stays within time limit.

4. Delivery and Professionalism (25%)

Visuals (if used) are simple, professional, and support the presentation.

Overall professional impression.

Use of Generative AIYour use of generative AI (genAI) tools in this assessment must follow one of the three categories below. Your Module Leader will indicate which category applies:

Category 1 – Authorised use of AI
You are permitted to use genAI tools to create content for your work and to proofread your work. Alternatively, you may use a proofreader or non-genAI proofreading service.

Category 2 – Proofreading only permitted
You are permitted to use genAI tools (or a proofreader or proofreading service) to proofread your work, but you are not permitted to use AI tools to create content. This applies even if the assessment includes marks for English and grammar.

Category 3 – AI use not permitted
You are not permitted to use genAI tools for content creation or proofreading. This category applies where all or most marks are awarded for language proficiency (including spelling, punctuation, and grammar).

For this assignment, you are allowed to use GenAI tools to create content

Academic Integrity, Plagiarism, Essay Mills and other Academic Misconduct Offences·         You are NOT allowed to copy any information into your assignment without using quotation marks and a reference – this is ‘plagiarism’ (a type of academic misconduct).

• For all references use Cite it Right Harvard style.– Harvard Referencing Unauthorised use of artificially generated material (AI) in researching or presenting material for an assessment is an academic misconduct offence if you use AI tools in producing your assessment unless the use of AI tools is expressly permitted. However, even if expressly permitted, where you do not declare that you have used an artificial intelligence tool(s) in the production of your assessment, or you are dishonest about the extent to which such tools have been used, you will have committed academic misconduct.
• If you commit academic misconduct, your mark will be reduced, or, depending on the severity of the offence you may get 1% for the assignment in question or 1% for the module, and get a disciplinary warning. Repeat offenders normally face disciplinary action.

Student Support and Guidance

• Use the Learning Outcomes and HBS Grading Criteria (Rubric) to help inform you of the expectations of the assessment.