DQ1
Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, read Chapter 1 and 3 in your text and the Why
Strategic HR Matters and How HR Can Become More Strategic (Links to an external site.) article.
The field of human resources is evolving from providing services to an organization to becoming
a strategic partner in its growth. Analyze and discuss how the role of human resources today
can provide value as a strategic partner in an organization. Your original response to this
discussion question should be a minimum of 200 words.
DQ2
Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, read Chapter 2, 4 and 7 in your text. Review
the 6 Trends That Changed HR Over the Past Decade (Links to an external site.) article.
Effective human resources professionals have a solid understanding of the changing nature of
work and the workplace. Compare and contrast the evolution of work and the workplace over
the past 20 years and how it has impacted human resources. Consider aspects such as
technology, ethical behavior, workforce demographic changes, employment laws, etc. Your
original response to this discussion question should be a minimum of 200 words.
