HRM2605 ASSIGNMENT 6
SEMESTER 1
YEAR 2022
, Table of Contents
1.1 Identify [1 mark] and briefly discuss [1 mark] the criteria that were used to promote
Cynthia to team leader. Substantiate your answer with an example from the scenario [1 mark]. . 3
1.2 Explain in detail what Cynthia’s line manager must do to determine why she is not
performing at an acceptable standard [4 marks]. In your answer, also expand on the possible
reason for or cause of Cynthia’s declining performance [1 mark]. ..................................................... 3
1.3 Identify [1 mark] and briefly explain [1 mark] the health condition that Cynthia is
experiencing. Substantiate your answer with an example from the scenario [1 mark]. .................. 4
1.4 Cynthia’s line manager tried to help her by offering opportunities for training and
development. Would T&D address her declining performance? Give reasons for your answer. .. 4
2.1. From the scenario it is evident that Kabelo must design a T&D programme. Identify [1
mark] and briefly discuss the T&D approach that Kabelo must follow. In your discussion, briefly
explain the various phases of this approach [4 marks]. (5) ................................................................. 5
2.2. Outline at least five consequences of HIV/Aids in the workplace that Kabelo should
include in his workshop. ............................................................................................................................ 6
3.1. Explain how a well-developed compensation system could be used to attract, motivate
and retain qualified employees. In your answer, first define a compensation system and then
explain the relationship between compensation and attracting, motivating and retaining
employees. .................................................................................................................................................. 6
4.1. What must the management of Merck, Bayer and Roche do to ensure that the dismissal
of Aiden Fick is substantively fair? .......................................................................................................... 8
5.1. It is indicated in the scenario that the members of SAMU engaged in a protected strike. If
trade unions wish to engage in a protected strike, certain procedural requirements must be met
before that strike is protected in terms of the Labour Relations Act (LRA) 66 of 1995. Outline
these procedural requirements as stipulated by the LRA. ................................................................... 9
5.2. As mentioned in the scenario, the company follows a “no work, no pay” approach to
strikes. Is this acceptable in the case of a protected strike [1 mark]? Substantiate your answer
with a reason [1 mark]. .............................................................................................................................. 9
5.3. The employer intends dismissing employees who continue to participate in the strike. Is
this acceptable in the case of a protected strike [1 mark]? Substantiate your answer with an
explanation [2 marks]. ............................................................................................................................. 10
6. References ........................................................................................................................................ 10
SEMESTER 1
YEAR 2022
, Table of Contents
1.1 Identify [1 mark] and briefly discuss [1 mark] the criteria that were used to promote
Cynthia to team leader. Substantiate your answer with an example from the scenario [1 mark]. . 3
1.2 Explain in detail what Cynthia’s line manager must do to determine why she is not
performing at an acceptable standard [4 marks]. In your answer, also expand on the possible
reason for or cause of Cynthia’s declining performance [1 mark]. ..................................................... 3
1.3 Identify [1 mark] and briefly explain [1 mark] the health condition that Cynthia is
experiencing. Substantiate your answer with an example from the scenario [1 mark]. .................. 4
1.4 Cynthia’s line manager tried to help her by offering opportunities for training and
development. Would T&D address her declining performance? Give reasons for your answer. .. 4
2.1. From the scenario it is evident that Kabelo must design a T&D programme. Identify [1
mark] and briefly discuss the T&D approach that Kabelo must follow. In your discussion, briefly
explain the various phases of this approach [4 marks]. (5) ................................................................. 5
2.2. Outline at least five consequences of HIV/Aids in the workplace that Kabelo should
include in his workshop. ............................................................................................................................ 6
3.1. Explain how a well-developed compensation system could be used to attract, motivate
and retain qualified employees. In your answer, first define a compensation system and then
explain the relationship between compensation and attracting, motivating and retaining
employees. .................................................................................................................................................. 6
4.1. What must the management of Merck, Bayer and Roche do to ensure that the dismissal
of Aiden Fick is substantively fair? .......................................................................................................... 8
5.1. It is indicated in the scenario that the members of SAMU engaged in a protected strike. If
trade unions wish to engage in a protected strike, certain procedural requirements must be met
before that strike is protected in terms of the Labour Relations Act (LRA) 66 of 1995. Outline
these procedural requirements as stipulated by the LRA. ................................................................... 9
5.2. As mentioned in the scenario, the company follows a “no work, no pay” approach to
strikes. Is this acceptable in the case of a protected strike [1 mark]? Substantiate your answer
with a reason [1 mark]. .............................................................................................................................. 9
5.3. The employer intends dismissing employees who continue to participate in the strike. Is
this acceptable in the case of a protected strike [1 mark]? Substantiate your answer with an
explanation [2 marks]. ............................................................................................................................. 10
6. References ........................................................................................................................................ 10
