RESEARCH PROJECT NCWEB
RESEARCH PROJECT NCWEB
Attempt any one of the above case studies and elaborate on key concepts mentioned in study and
answer the specific research questions
Case Study 1: The Effectiveness of Recruitment Strategies in Attracting and Retaining Talent
Scenario:
XYZ Corporation, a mid-sized financial services firm, has been struggling with hiring skilled
professionals despite offering competitive salaries and benefits. The company’s traditional
recruitment strategies include:
However, HR managers report long hiring cycles, high offer rejection rates, and low retention rates
(within the first year of hiring). Candidates often complain about lengthy interview processes, lack
of career growth clarity, and non-competitive skill development programs.
Despite these improvements, recruitment challenges persist, and employee turnover remains high.
Research Questions:
1. What are the key factors influencing job seekers’ decisions to join or reject an offer at XYZ
Corporation?
3. How effective are onboarding programs in improving new employee engagement and
retention?
5. How can HR reduce hiring time, enhance candidate experience, and improve retention
through better recruitment strategies?
Case Study 2: The Impact of Training and Development on Employee Performance and Career
Growth
Scenario:
ABC Manufacturing Ltd. has been facing challenges in upskilling its workforce to meet the changing
demands of automation and digitalization in the manufacturing sector. Employees have reported that
the existing training programs are:
However, some employees still feel that the training sessions are time-consuming, and managers
have not seen a significant improvement in work performance and productivity.
Research Questions:
1. How does employee training impact job performance and skill development?
2. What are the challenges faced by employees and HR in implementing effective training
programs?
3. How can companies balance productivity and training schedules without disrupting
workflow?
4. What role does technology (e-learning, virtual simulations, AI-driven training modules) play
in enhancing training effectiveness?
5. What are the best strategies for measuring the return on investment (ROI) of training
programs?
Scenario:
XYZ Pvt. Ltd., a fast-growing multinational company, has been struggling with employee
dissatisfaction, low engagement levels, and increasing conflicts between teams. Employees feel
that the HR department is not responsive enough and lacks strategic vision in handling workplace
challenges.
The HR Manager, Ms. Ananya Sharma, has been leading the HR team for the past five years. While
she is highly experienced in recruitment and policy-making, she faces difficulties in:
Research Questions:
1. What are the key competencies required for an HR manager to effectively lead an
organization?
3. What role do emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and leadership skills play in HR
management?
5. What training and development programs can enhance the competencies of HR managers
to meet modern business challenges?