Unit

Learning Objective

Instructions
Using Information
in Human Resources 1. Understand the research process and
different research approaches.

2. Be able to conduct a critical review of

information sources in an area of
HR/business practice and analyse the
findings.

3. Be able to draw meaningful

conclusions and evaluate options for
change.

3. Understand how the HR function can

be evaluated in terms of value added
and contribution to organisation
performance.

4. Know how to deliver clear,

businessfocused
reports on an HR issue.

Assessment Criteria

These list the evidence you will have produced to show that
you completed each unit and achieved each learning
objective

1.1 Summarise the stages of the research

process and compare different data
collection methods.

2.1 Identify an area of HR practice for

investigation.
2.2 Conduct a critical review of different
information sources relevant to the
chosen area of HR/business practice.

3.1 Draw meaningful conclusions from the review and make justified
recommendations for improvements in practice.

3.1 Discuss the main criteria and methods used to evaluate the
contribution of the HR function.

4.1 Formulate a business report for identified stakeholders that

includes an appropriate mix of diagrammatic and
narrative formats.

My Prior Knowledge on this topic

What you gained from the learning

activities

Here you should say where you

were before you started your
studies. You may have known
nothing about a topic
before you started your studies
or you may have had a working
knowledge of it
but still some gaps that needed to
be filled!

In this column you are looking at what

went well in this part of your studies.
Focus here on how you think your
learning has supported your personal
development as well as your knowledge.
Has it made you more confident? Did it
enable you to assess others performance
more accurately? Did it enliven your
interest about a particular aspect of L&D?

What needs improvement

In this column you are looking at what didnt go so well in your

studies. Focus on specifics I didnt like this part of the course
isnt an adequate answer! Maybe there were some activities that
you struggled to complete or some concepts that you still feel
unsure about. Make a note of these. Remember that it is not
obligatory to find fault with what you have done! This reflection
record is merely encouraging you to be honest and recognising
that not all elements of the course will have been
straightforward or easy. If you dont feel an aspect needed
improvement then say so.

What I can do next to achieve

this assessment criteria

The date by which I will do this

In this column, set out what you

intend to do to address any
shortfalls in your learning. For
example, you may plan to go
over some sections of your work
again, or to find out more
information from your line
manager, or to do some further Be realistic about the amount of
reading.
time you need.

Has CPD Plan

been
updated?