HRM3701
EXAM PORTFOLIO
DUE DATE: 9 MAY 2025
,HRM3701
DUE 2 JUNE 2025
PORTFOLIO EXAM
Read the case study below and complete the tasks that
follow:
Task1:
You need to peruse through the case file (pages 6 – 13 of this document) that Mr
Mudau has compiled. In order to wrap your head around the case, you decide to work
meticulously through all the documents. The case file includes (1) company
background information, (2) a copy of the employment contract between Betty’s Bakery
and their employees, (3) an interview transcript between Mr Mudau and a waitron from
Betty’s Bakery and (4) some of Mr Mudau’s notes.
Conduct and present a SWOT analysis on the state of Betty’s Bakery based on the
information you have at your disposal. You are required to provide at least two
(2) points per section in the SWOT template based on your analysis of all the
documents.
Strengths Weaknesses
1. Strong brand reputation and market 1. Poor employee treatment and HR
positioning-Recognized as "Africa’s practices-Evidence of verbal abuse,
new marvel," Betty’s Bakery has won salary deductions, lack of contracts,
awards and gained popularity through and exploitative conditions.
word-of-mouth and media coverage.
, 2. Premium product offering: High-end 2. Non-compliance with labour laws:
artisanal baked goods with a luxury Employees were denied contracts,
dining experience in an upmarket forced to share tips, and forbidden
location. from unionizing – all legal violations.
Opportunities Threats
1. Rebuilding trust through HR reform: 1. Negative media exposure:
Implementing fair labour practices and Investigative reporting about
proper systems can improve internal exploitation has damaged the brand
morale and external image. and may drive customers and talent
away.
2. Digital and delivery growth: The 2. Legal and regulatory
existing online ordering system presents consequences- Potential lawsuits,
a chance to expand services and reach labour department investigations, and
new markets. penalties for HR violations.
EXAM PORTFOLIO
DUE DATE: 9 MAY 2025
,HRM3701
DUE 2 JUNE 2025
PORTFOLIO EXAM
Read the case study below and complete the tasks that
follow:
Task1:
You need to peruse through the case file (pages 6 – 13 of this document) that Mr
Mudau has compiled. In order to wrap your head around the case, you decide to work
meticulously through all the documents. The case file includes (1) company
background information, (2) a copy of the employment contract between Betty’s Bakery
and their employees, (3) an interview transcript between Mr Mudau and a waitron from
Betty’s Bakery and (4) some of Mr Mudau’s notes.
Conduct and present a SWOT analysis on the state of Betty’s Bakery based on the
information you have at your disposal. You are required to provide at least two
(2) points per section in the SWOT template based on your analysis of all the
documents.
Strengths Weaknesses
1. Strong brand reputation and market 1. Poor employee treatment and HR
positioning-Recognized as "Africa’s practices-Evidence of verbal abuse,
new marvel," Betty’s Bakery has won salary deductions, lack of contracts,
awards and gained popularity through and exploitative conditions.
word-of-mouth and media coverage.
, 2. Premium product offering: High-end 2. Non-compliance with labour laws:
artisanal baked goods with a luxury Employees were denied contracts,
dining experience in an upmarket forced to share tips, and forbidden
location. from unionizing – all legal violations.
Opportunities Threats
1. Rebuilding trust through HR reform: 1. Negative media exposure:
Implementing fair labour practices and Investigative reporting about
proper systems can improve internal exploitation has damaged the brand
morale and external image. and may drive customers and talent
away.
2. Digital and delivery growth: The 2. Legal and regulatory
existing online ordering system presents consequences- Potential lawsuits,
a chance to expand services and reach labour department investigations, and
new markets. penalties for HR violations.
