Assessment Task 1: Essay – 1500 words – 25%

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Assessment Details

In the ‘war for talent’, human resource strategies are increasingly focused on making the organisation an ‘employer of choice’. However,

meeting the needs of employees is becoming increasingly difficult, as firms face challenges such as globalisation, rapid technological

change and the differing needs and expectations of a workforce spanning Baby Boomers to Generation Y.

Select and discuss three current or emerging challenges that human resource practioners face in meeting the diverse needs of the

contemporary workforce. In responding to this task, you may consider academic literature, business publications, credible online material

as well as incorporating knowledge and experiences from within your own organization/industry.

Your response should:
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be in essay format, with introduction, body and conclusion

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use Arial font, 11pt., with 1.5 line spacing.

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use Word’s “normal” margin setting.

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include references, cited using APA style, from at least six credible sources.

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adhere to the word count (1500 words) +/- 10%.