With the march of awareness towards Human Resource Management, an HR Manager in an organization has become a hub or a central person who must be consulted while taking any important decision regarding the organization. The new trends like workforce diversity, technological advancement, globalization, and the emergence of knowledge workers have changed the themes of treating workers as machines. Now, workers are treated as the most dynamic and valuable assets for the organizations, which results in the separation of HR activities from administrative activities.
With the given scenario, you are required to answer the following questions:
Q1. In your opinion, how are HR activities different from administrative activities?
Q2. Provide an example to explain why an HR Manager must be consulted when making any important decision.
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From Pakistan, Islamabad
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With the given scenario, you are required to answer the following questions:
Q1. In your opinion, how are HR activities different from administrative activities?
Q2. Provide an example to explain why an HR Manager must be consulted when making any important decision.
Waiting for your early reply.
From Pakistan, Islamabad
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With the march of awareness towards Human Resource Management, an HR Manager in an organization has become a hub or a central person who must be consulted while making any important decision regarding the organization. The new trends like workforce diversity, technological advancement, globalization, and the emergence of knowledge workers have changed the themes of treating workers as machines. Now, workers are treated as the most dynamic and valuable assets for organizations, leading to a separation of HR activities from administrative activities.
With the given scenario, you are required to answer the following questions.
Q1. In your opinion, how are HR activities different from administrative activities?
Q2. Provide an example to explain why an HR Manager must be consulted while making any important decision.
I look forward to your prompt response.
From Pakistan, Islamabad
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With the given scenario, you are required to answer the following questions.
Q1. In your opinion, how are HR activities different from administrative activities?
Q2. Provide an example to explain why an HR Manager must be consulted while making any important decision.
I look forward to your prompt response.
From Pakistan, Islamabad
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Hello,
Very interesting question...
There is a lot of difference between HR activities and administrative activities. Suppose if both were interrelated to each other, then why would every organization keep two separate departments, Admin and HR, rather than one?
Due to insufficient time, I will give you a quick brief info:
HR Functions
HR is a process of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the procurement of human resources of the organization. HR functions include:
- Human resource planning, which deals with manpower to the organization and other aspects.
- Human resource development, which deals with the development of the organization and employees in terms of training and development.
- Compensation and benefits, which deal with salary, bonuses, wages, incentives, etc.
- Labour law, which deals with labour acts.
Whereas, administrative is a process of taking care of the entire backend work of HR, like place & system arrangement for the new employee, issuing of ID cards, transportation, food, attendance, events, etc.
Hope you came to know the difference in both works.
Respect to Your Second Question
I would just give you a simple example:
In my family, my grandfather is the head of the family, and next to him is my father. Both have the motto to keep their family in good surrounding environments, health, wealth, and growth of members.
My grandfather is a person who knows our family needs, listens to us, and takes appropriate decisions. But before taking any decision, he used to speak/share his view with my father to know the forecast of today's, tomorrow's, and future. Based on both confirmations, grandfather will make the decision, but for implementation, he leaves it up to my father because he knows how to get things done in the current scenario.
Now take this example into organizational terms:
- Grandfather as: Company Management
- Father as: Company HR
Management and HR relation is the same as a father and son/daughter. Both have the motto to keep their company with good surrounding environments, health, wealth, and growth of employees.
I believe what I say is not up to the mark but will give you a bit of a picture, and the rest we will see what others say.
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From India, Bangalore
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2Very interesting question...
There is a lot of difference between HR activities and administrative activities. Suppose if both were interrelated to each other, then why would every organization keep two separate departments, Admin and HR, rather than one?
Due to insufficient time, I will give you a quick brief info:
HR Functions
HR is a process of planning, organizing, directing, and controlling the procurement of human resources of the organization. HR functions include:
- Human resource planning, which deals with manpower to the organization and other aspects.
- Human resource development, which deals with the development of the organization and employees in terms of training and development.
- Compensation and benefits, which deal with salary, bonuses, wages, incentives, etc.
- Labour law, which deals with labour acts.
Whereas, administrative is a process of taking care of the entire backend work of HR, like place & system arrangement for the new employee, issuing of ID cards, transportation, food, attendance, events, etc.
Hope you came to know the difference in both works.
Respect to Your Second Question
I would just give you a simple example:
In my family, my grandfather is the head of the family, and next to him is my father. Both have the motto to keep their family in good surrounding environments, health, wealth, and growth of members.
My grandfather is a person who knows our family needs, listens to us, and takes appropriate decisions. But before taking any decision, he used to speak/share his view with my father to know the forecast of today's, tomorrow's, and future. Based on both confirmations, grandfather will make the decision, but for implementation, he leaves it up to my father because he knows how to get things done in the current scenario.
Now take this example into organizational terms:
- Grandfather as: Company Management
- Father as: Company HR
Management and HR relation is the same as a father and son/daughter. Both have the motto to keep their company with good surrounding environments, health, wealth, and growth of employees.
I believe what I say is not up to the mark but will give you a bit of a picture, and the rest we will see what others say.
Regards
From India, Bangalore
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HR and Admin are different fields. The administration part includes the attendance of employees, leaves, salary, etc., but HR should always be in touch with administrative work. HR includes recruitment, selection, induction, training and development, performance appraisal, file management, conflict resolution, etc.
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From India, Delhi
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Thank you.
From India, Delhi
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HR and Admin Functions Overview
The following, in brief, constitute HR/Admin functions:
HR Functions
- Salary/Wages Administration
- Time Office
- Recruitment
- Promotion
- Training & Development
- Appraisal
- Disciplinary Action & Procedures
- Transfer
- Any other related subjects
Admin Functions
- Security
- Canteen
- Transport
- Travel
- Any other related functions
The definitions of both are available in any textbooks. Since you are a student of MBA, it is better to read and understand the difference.
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Dr. Nagaraj
From India, Bangalore
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The following, in brief, constitute HR/Admin functions:
HR Functions
- Salary/Wages Administration
- Time Office
- Recruitment
- Promotion
- Training & Development
- Appraisal
- Disciplinary Action & Procedures
- Transfer
- Any other related subjects
Admin Functions
- Security
- Canteen
- Transport
- Travel
- Any other related functions
The definitions of both are available in any textbooks. Since you are a student of MBA, it is better to read and understand the difference.
Regards,
Dr. Nagaraj
From India, Bangalore
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The first question is an easy one and can be found in any book or from a person with little experience. However, the second question is a little tricky and requires the application of the mind.
Q2. Importance of Consulting an HR Manager
Provide an example to explain why an HR Manager must be consulted when making any important decision. I agree that HR is an essential function. It is called Human Resources and not Man resources, acknowledging that we are dealing with humans who have emotions. Any decisions made will impact the individuals involved, much like how a decision in a family can make or break a home, which is also true in the context of a company.
Normally, important decisions are made by top management, while details and other decisions are handled by HR, making them responsible for implementation. Although everyone may wish to make decisions, it is advisable to involve all concerned parties. This is where HR plays a crucial role. They conduct groundwork and prepare the foundation for decision-making. Typically, HR possesses information about all employees and maintains constant communication with them, making it essential to consult HR.
Just as the Finance department manages money and maintains transaction records, all financial matters are directed to them. Similarly, all decisions affecting employees should be discussed with HR.
As HR plays a pivotal role in the organization, it is important not to be overwhelmed by this responsibility. Another crucial function of HR is to ensure teamwork rather than boasting about their department's importance.
All other functions are academic and should be familiar to everyone.
These are some of my views.
Regards,
Dr. Nagaraj
From India, Bangalore
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Q2. Importance of Consulting an HR Manager
Provide an example to explain why an HR Manager must be consulted when making any important decision. I agree that HR is an essential function. It is called Human Resources and not Man resources, acknowledging that we are dealing with humans who have emotions. Any decisions made will impact the individuals involved, much like how a decision in a family can make or break a home, which is also true in the context of a company.
Normally, important decisions are made by top management, while details and other decisions are handled by HR, making them responsible for implementation. Although everyone may wish to make decisions, it is advisable to involve all concerned parties. This is where HR plays a crucial role. They conduct groundwork and prepare the foundation for decision-making. Typically, HR possesses information about all employees and maintains constant communication with them, making it essential to consult HR.
Just as the Finance department manages money and maintains transaction records, all financial matters are directed to them. Similarly, all decisions affecting employees should be discussed with HR.
As HR plays a pivotal role in the organization, it is important not to be overwhelmed by this responsibility. Another crucial function of HR is to ensure teamwork rather than boasting about their department's importance.
All other functions are academic and should be familiar to everyone.
These are some of my views.
Regards,
Dr. Nagaraj
From India, Bangalore
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