Research Paper 30% INSTRUCTIONS: As this is a senior level course you have an opportunity to synthesize your learning related to the field of Human Resources

Research Paper 30% INSTRUCTIONS: As this is a senior level course you have an opportunity to synthesize your learning related to the field of Human Resources. Many of the current issues that Human Resources practitioners need to deal with in the workplace are linked, or should be linked, to organizational and workplace policy, procedures and successful monitoring of workplace programs. Your research paper will focus on: The Effective Use of Policies and Procedures and the Role of Human Resources The content of your paper must provide the following: • Introductory paragraph - provide your hypothesis/thought that identifies what you will be discussing in your paper • Discuss the purpose of policy for organizations, in detail • Identify how policies and procedures differ from each other, in detail • Discuss, in detail, the positive impact of effective policies and procedures • Discuss, in detail, potential negative consequences of poorly implemented policies and procedures • Based on in-class discussions and your research, identify the types of policies that are critical in any organization • Identify and discuss fully, your perceptions related to the role of the Human Resources practitioner and their involvement in successful policy and procedure implementation • Conclusion including closing summary statement