PM0013 – Managing Human Resources in Projects

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ASSIGNMENT

DRIVE	FALL DRIVE 2013
PROGRAM/SEMESTER	MBADS (SEM 3/SEM 5) MBAFLEX/ MBAN2 (SEM 3) PGDPMN (SEM 1)
SUBJECT CODE & NAME	PM0013 – Managing Human Resources in Projects
BOOK ID	B1239
CREDITS	4
MARKS	60

Note: Answer all questions. Kindly note that answers for 10 marks questions should be approximately of 400 words. Each question is followed by evaluation scheme.

1 Write short notes on:

Halo effect Importance of leadership in project management

Answer : Have you ever seen someone within your organization, being put into a position, just because they had experience, and success in one area, so the folks upstairs assumed this success would transfer into another job or role within an organization, only to watch a disaster unfold before your very eyes? If you said “yes” then, you have seen the effects of the “Halo Effect” in action. The definition of the “Halo-Effect” is as

Goal setting theory

Answer : Goal setting involves establishing specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and time-targeted (S.M.A.R.T ) goals. Work on the theory of goal-setting suggests that it is an effective tool for making progress by ensuring that participants in a group with a common goal are clearly aware of what is expected from them. On a personal level, setting goals helps people work towards their own objectives—most commonly with financial or career-based goals.

Work-life balance of project team members

Answer : Work-life balance is a full-time job. But if you do it well, it can make the difference between just getting by and thriving—at work, at home, everywhere. To master the work-life balance formula, you have to project manage your private life as efficiently and with as much planning and diligence as you do your work life.

2 Discuss the stages and challenges involved in developing a project team.

Answer : Traditionally, a team goes through five stages of development. Each stage of team development presents its own special challenges to a group of people striving to work together successfully by forming a cohesive team. The team and the organization can take specific actions at each stage of team development to support the team’s success in accomplishing the team mission.

At each stage, the behavior of the leader must be adapted to the changing and developing needs of the group.

3 Write short notes on

5-P model of SHRM

Answer : Schuler (1992) developed a ‘5-P model’ of SHRMthat melds five HR activities (philosophies,policies, programs, practices and processes) withstrategic business needs, and reflectsmanagement’s overall plan for survival, growth,adaptability and profitability.

Philosophy : Organization’s attitude towards its HR & how they should be treated & the role they shouldplay in the success of the business. Found in its values/mission statement

culture. e.g creating value through

Barriers to effective communication

Answer : Barriers to effective communication

·         The use of jargon. Over-complicated, unfamiliar and/or technical terms.

·         Emotional barriers and taboos. Some people may find it difficult to express their emotions and some topics may be completely 'off-limits' or taboo.

·         Lack of attention, interest, distractions, or irrelevance to the receiver. (See our page Barriers to Effective Listening for more information).

·         Differences in perception and viewpoint.

·         Physical disabilities such as hearing problems or speech difficulties.

·         Physical barriers to non-verbal communication. Not being able to see the non-verbal cues, gestures, posture and general body language can make communication less effective.

·         Language differences and the difficulty in understanding unfamiliar accents.

·         Expectations and prejudices which may lead to false assumptions or stereotyping.  People often hear what they expect to hear rather than what is actually said and jump to incorrect conclusions.

·         Cultural differences.  The norms of social interaction vary greatly in different cultures, as do the way in which emotions are expressed. For example, the concept of personal space varies between cultures and between different social settings.

Financial resources for Project team members

Answer : Successful Project Managers complete projects on time and within budget. One of the vital skills in achieving this is the ability to control costs as the project develops by understanding cost accounting. For those without an accounting or financial background this can be a daunting task, requiring the understanding of

4. Explain the process a project manager must follow when estimating manpower requirements.

Answer : Manpower Planning which is also called as Human Resource Planning consists of putting right number of people, right kind of people at the right place, right time, doing the right things for which they are suited for the achievement of goals of the organization. Human Resource Planning has got an important place in the

5 Explain various types of collective bargaining.

 Answer : Good relations between the employer and employees are essential for the success of industry. In order to maintain good relations, it is necessary that industrial disputes are settled quickly and amicably. One of the efficient methods of resolving industrial disputes and deciding the employment conditions is Collective Bargaining. Industrial disputes essentially refer to differences or conflicts between employers and employees.

                        

Collective Bargaining is a process in which the management and employee representatives meet and negotiate the terms and conditions of

6 What are the key roles played by a project manager? Explain the functional areas of a project

Answer : The Role of a Project Manager

The term Project Manager is used across several industries that produce products and provide services including construction, architecture and IT to describe someone who has the responsibility for the full lifecycle of a project.

The Project Manager takes the lead from initiation through planning, design, execution, monitoring, controlling to project closure.

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