Signature Assignment: Oral Communications, Reinforced Level
Begin by viewing the following video on globalization:
Inch, J. (2015). Future Globalization. TEDxSuzhou . https://video.search.yahoo.com/yhs/search?fr=yhs-mnet-001&hsimp=yhs-001&hspart=mnet&p=youtube+future+globalization+Jason+Inch#id=1&vid=ce7b0d2161327f9ad2b7382a5a25b358&action=click
In this SLP 4 assignment, you are the top human resources manager in a hospitality organization. You are responsible for your organization’s human resource function with HRM offices in Brazil, Russia, and China, as well as in a few developing countries.
You have just received an email from your boss (the CEO). He wants you to help explain to the top managers at 10 of your employer locations how the impact of globalization is changing the world of work. He has asked you to prepare a slide presentation (8-10 slides) with speaker notes at the bottom of each slide (in a comments section). Also included in the 8-10 slides should be a cover page and a List of References page. Your boss will give this presentation to his top management staff next week. In the presentation he wants to explain why it is important for all managers and supervisors to think globally and incorporate the influence of globalization into their workplace practices. Your boss wants you to email him the slides with speaker notes “today if possible, and tomorrow at the latest.”
You are currently sitting in an airport in China with a 10-hour delay. It is time to prepare and send in this presentation. You have prepared slides and notes for your boss before. He wants appealing slides with meaningful speaker notes so that he doesn’t need to add content.
References utilized for this assignment should be included in a “List of References,” using APA format.
Please upload your presentation by the Module due date.
Oral Communications Emphasis
As you may recall in HRM520 SLP for Module 1, emphasis was placed on the first step to building oral communications skills—deciding what to cover.
Now at this “reinforced” level, the HRM522 SLP 4 takes oral communications a step further by working on your slide presentation skills.
In HRM 599 (Integrative Capstone), your oral communications skills will be further developed. In Module 3 Case in HRM599, you will complete an audio presentation component to bring your final speech outline and slide presentation alive.
These three assignments build upon each other and aim to offer you the opportunity to enhance and practice your oral communications preparation and delivery skills.
The grading rubric MBA/MSHRM Oral Communication has been developed to measure student success in meeting the HRM522 SLP 4 expectations related to oral communications. Rubrics for the other two courses are included in their respective oral communications assignments.
Assignment Expectations
Demonstrate critical thinking and analysis of the relevant issues and HRM actions, drawing on your background reading and research.
Information Literacy: Evaluate resources and select only library/Web-based resources that provide reliable, substantiated information.
Give authors credit for their work. Cite sources of borrowed information in the body of your text as footnotes or numbered end notes, or use APA style of referencing.
Prepare a slide presentation (and accompanying notes) that are professionally prepared. Proofread carefully for grammar, spelling, and word-usage errors.
Citation and reference style instructions are available at Trident University’s Introduction to APA Style, 7th edition .
Struggling with where to start this assignment? Follow this guide to tackle your assignment easily!
Step 1: Understand the Task
You are creating an 8–10 slide PowerPoint presentation with speaker notes.
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Audience: Top managers in a global hospitality organization.
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Topic: The impact of globalization on the world of work and why managers must think globally.
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Requirements:
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Cover page
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6–8 content slides
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References slide (APA format)
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Speaker notes (so your CEO can present without adding content)
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Step 2: Structure Your Slides
Here’s a suggested outline:
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Title Slide
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Presentation title, your name, course, date.
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Introduction
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Define globalization in simple terms.
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Explain why it matters in HR and hospitality.
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Globalization and the Changing Workplace
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Technology, communication, and international labor markets.
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Example: how global trends affect hotel operations in Brazil, Russia, and China.
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HR Challenges in a Globalized World
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Recruitment across cultures.
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Training & development for global teams.
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Compliance with international labor laws.
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Cultural Differences and Management
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Importance of cultural intelligence.
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Time management, communication styles, teamwork.
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Benefits of Thinking Globally
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Innovation from diverse perspectives.
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Competitive advantage in hospitality.
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Managerial Best Practices
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Encourage cultural sensitivity training.
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Align HR policies with global standards.
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Support global mobility (expat assignments, remote teams).
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Conclusion
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Recap why globalization matters for managers.
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Emphasize role of HR in bridging global challenges.
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References
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APA formatted sources (at least 2–3 reliable ones).
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Step 3: Speaker Notes
For each slide, write 4–6 sentences of explanation in the notes section.
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Example: For the slide on HR Challenges in a Globalized World, you might write:
“In a global hospitality organization, recruitment must adapt to diverse talent pools. Training programs should account for language differences and cultural learning styles. Additionally, HR must ensure compliance with labor regulations across multiple countries, which can be complex and require specialized expertise.”
Step 4: Style & Design Tips
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Keep slides visually appealing: minimal text, bullet points, images/icons.
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Use consistent fonts and colors.
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Insert one or two visuals (e.g., a world map, a global team working together, or hospitality industry statistics).
Step 5: References & Citations
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Include in-text citations in speaker notes if you use external sources.
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APA format on the final slide.
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Example sources you could use:
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Jason Inch TEDx Talk (from your prompt).
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Peer-reviewed HRM and globalization articles from your library database.
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Step 6: Final Checklist Before Submission
✅ 8–10 slides (including cover & references).
✅ Speaker notes under each slide.
✅ Clear, professional design.
✅ References in APA format.
✅ Proofread for grammar & spelling.
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