Understanding Organisations and the Role of HR

Understanding Organisations and the Role of HR (3HRC)This assignment is designed to assess the following learning outcomes:Understand the purpose of an organisation and its operating environmentUnderstand the structure, culture and functions of an organisationUnderstand how HR/L&D activities support an organisation.This unit is assessed by three short assessments. Please complete ALL three tasks and only then send to your tutor for marking.Task 1Choose an organisation of interest to you and answer the following (500 words):Identify the organisation and give a brief description of itDescribe the products/services of that organisationIdentify the customers and define their needsDescribe the purpose, goals, targets and financial structure of the organisationUse the PESTLE approach to identify a minimum of 4 external factors, including legal and regulatory frameworks, and explain their impact on that organisation.Task 2Answer the following for the organisation you have chosen (500 words):Describe the structure and at least 4 functions of the organisationExplain how the different functions work together to optimise performanceExplain the culture of the organisation and at least two ways in which it affects its operation.Task 3Now answer the following (500 words):Identify at least three ways in which HRM/L&D activities support an organisation in meeting its goals and business objectivesIdentify at least three ways in which HRM and L&D professionals support line managers and their staff.Please use as many references as needed