Business Question

Hypothesize, about two potential international companies what would create a successful merger or acquisition by addressing the following:

Describe two organizations from an international perspective that when merged or acquired could be fiscally successful while ensuring future sustainability.

Explain the influencing factors such as company culture, country culture (Hofstede’s cultural dimensions), economic success, international location, human resources practices, or any other considerations, that would contribute to its success.

Consider the tactical practices human resources would be involved in during the merger or acquisition to minimize any potential negative consequences in regard to human talent.

Propose two human resources best practices for the successful assimilation of human talent for companies considering a merger or acquisition.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric. Please review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion.

STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ASSIGNMENT

Write a paper of at least 750 words written in the third person voice using the requirements below; otherwise, points are reduced. An abstract is not required. You do not need a conclusion. You must address the following topics using the section headers (labels) in bold in order:

·       Section 1- Introduction (<- use this section header)- In this section, describe what the memo is going to be about; it mentions the upcoming sections.

·   Section 2- Descriptions of 2 International Companies That Could Merge (<- use this section header)- Describe two organizations from an international perspective that when merged or acquired could be fiscally successful while ensuring future sustainability.

·       Section 3- Factors Contributing to Successful Merger (<- use this section header)- Explain the influencing factors such as company culture, country culture (Hofstede’s cultural dimensions), economic success, international location, human resources practices, or any other considerations, that would contribute to its success.

·       Section 4- Tactical HR Practices During Merger to Minimum Negative Impact to Talent (<- use this section header)- Consider the tactical practices human resources would be involved in during the merger or acquisition to minimize any potential negative consequences in regard to human talent.

· Section 5- 2 Proposed HR Best Practices for Talent Assimilation During Merger (<- use this section header)- Propose two human resources best practices for the successful assimilation of human talent for companies considering a merger or acquisition.

·       Section 6- References (<- use this section header)- include at least 2 peer-reviewed/scholarly references from the databases within the library. The references are also integrated within the paper.

Global Human Resources Mergers and Acquisitions Essay – Rubric
Describe Organization One
22.5 points
Criteria Description
(Describe organization one from an international perspective that when merged or
acquired could be fiscally successful and ensure future sustainability.)
5. Excellent
22.5 points
Student does an excellent job of describing one organization for merger.
4. Good
19.13 points
Student describes one organization for merger in depth and with some nuance.
3. Satisfactory
16.88 points
Student adequately describes one organization for merger.
2. Less Than Satisfactory
14.63 points
Student struggles to adequately describe the basics of one organization for merger.
1. Unsatisfactory
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0 points
Student does not describe one organization for merger or has too many errors to
be a reliable guide to the concept.
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Describe Organization Two
22.5 points
Criteria Description
(Describe organization two from an international perspective that when merged or
acquired could be fiscally successful and ensure future sustainability.)
5. Excellent
22.5 points
Student does an excellent job of describing one organization for merger.
4. Good
19.13 points
Student describes one organization for merger in depth and with some nuance.
3. Satisfactory
16.88 points
Student adequately describes one organization for merger.
2. Less Than Satisfactory
14.63 points
Student struggles to adequately describe the basics of one organization for merger.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Student does not describe one organization for merger or has too many errors to
be a reliable guide to the concept.
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Factors of Success
15 points
Criteria Description
(Explain the influencing factors such as company culture, country culture [Hofstede’s
cultural dimensions], economic success, international location, human resources
practices, or any other considerations, that would contribute to its success.)
5. Excellent
15 points
Student does an excellent job of thoroughly explaining and exploring the
influencing factors.
4. Good
12.75 points
Student explains the influencing factors.
3. Satisfactory
11.25 points
Student adequately explains the influencing factors.
2. Less Than Satisfactory
9.75 points
Student struggles to adequately explain the influencing factors.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Student does not explain the influencing factors or has too many errors to be a
reliable guide to the concept.
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HR Tactical Practices
22.5 points
Criteria Description
(Consider the tactical practices human resources would be involved in during the
merger or acquisition to minimize any potential negative consequences in regard to
human talent.)
5. Excellent
22.5 points
Student does an excellent job of thoroughly explaining and exploring the HR tactical
practices.
4. Good
19.13 points
Student explains HR tactical practices in depth and with some nuance.
3. Satisfactory
16.88 points
Student adequately explains the HR tactical practices.
2. Less Than Satisfactory
14.63 points
Student struggles to adequately explain the basics of corporate social responsibility.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Student does not explain the HR tactical practices or has too many errors to be a
reliable guide to the concept.
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HR Best Practices
22.5 points
Criteria Description
(Propose two human resources best practices for the successful assimilation of human
talent for companies considering a merger or acquisition.)
5. Excellent
22.5 points
Student does an excellent job of thoroughly explaining and exploring the HR best
practices.
4. Good
19.13 points
Student explains the HR best practices in depth and with some nuance.
3. Satisfactory
16.88 points
Student adequately explains the HR best practices.
2. Less Than Satisfactory
14.63 points
Student struggles to adequately explain the basics of the HR best practices.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Student does not explain the HR best practices or has too many errors to be a
reliable guide to the concept.
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Thesis Development and Purpose
10.5 points
Criteria Description
Thesis Development and Purpose
5. Excellent
10.5 points
Thesis is comprehensive and contains the essence of the paper. Thesis statement
makes the purpose of the paper clear.
4. Good
8.92 points
Thesis is clear and forecasts the development of the paper. Thesis is descriptive and
reflective of the arguments and appropriate to the purpose.
3. Satisfactory
7.88 points
Thesis is apparent and appropriate to purpose.
2. Less Than Satisfactory
6.83 points
Thesis is insufficiently developed or vague. Purpose is not clear.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Paper lacks any discernible overall purpose or organizing claim.
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Argument Logic and Construction
12 points
Criteria Description
Argument Logic and Construction
5. Excellent
12 points
Clear and convincing argument that presents a persuasive claim in a distinctive and
compelling manner. All sources are authoritative.
4. Good
10.2 points
Argument shows logical progressions. Techniques of argumentation are evident.
There is a smooth progression of claims from introduction to conclusion. Most
sources are authoritative.
3. Satisfactory
9 points
Argument is orderly but may have a few inconsistencies. The argument presents
minimal justification of claims. Argument logically, but not thoroughly, supports the
purpose. Sources used are credible. Introduction and conclusion bracket the thesis.
2. Less Than Satisfactory
7.8 points
Sufficient justification of claims is lacking. Argument lacks consistent unity. There
are obvious flaws in the logic. Some sources have questionable credibility.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Statement of purpose is not justified by the conclusion. The conclusion does not
support the claim made. Argument is incoherent and uses noncredible sources.
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Mechanics of Writing
7.5 points
Criteria Description
Includes spelling, punctuation, grammar, and language use.
5. Excellent
7.5 points
Writer is clearly in command of standard, written, academic English.
4. Good
6.38 points
Prose is largely free of mechanical errors, although a few may be present. The
writer uses a variety of effective sentence structures and figures of speech.
3. Satisfactory
5.63 points
Some mechanical errors or typos are present, but they are not overly distracting to
the reader. Correct and varied sentence structure and audience-appropriate
language are employed.
2. Less Than Satisfactory
4.88 points
Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors distract the reader. Inconsistencies in
language choice (register) or word choice are present. Sentence structure is correct
but not varied.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Surface errors are pervasive enough that they impede communication of meaning.
Inappropriate word choice or sentence construction is used.
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Paper Format
7.5 points
Criteria Description
Includes use of appropriate style for the major and assignment.
5. Excellent
7.5 points
All format elements are correct.
4. Good
6.38 points
Appropriate template is fully used. There are virtually no errors in formatting style.
3. Satisfactory
5.63 points
Appropriate template is used. Formatting is correct, although some minor errors
may be present.
2. Less Than Satisfactory
4.88 points
Appropriate template is used, but some elements are missing or mistaken. A lack of
control with formatting is apparent.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Template is not used appropriately, or documentation format is rarely followed
correctly.
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Documentation of Sources
7.5 points
Criteria Description
Includes citations, footnotes, references, bibliography, etc. as appropriate to
assignment and style.
5. Excellent
7.5 points
Sources are completely and correctly documented as appropriate to assignment
and style, and format is free of error.
4. Good
6.38 points
Sources are documented as appropriate to assignment and style, and format is
mostly correct.
3. Satisfactory
5.63 points
Sources are documented as appropriate to assignment and style, although some
formatting errors may be present.
2. Less Than Satisfactory
4.88 points
Documentation of sources is inconsistent or incorrect as appropriate to assignment
and style, with numerous formatting errors.
1. Unsatisfactory
0 points
Sources are not documented.
Total 150 points
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