REFLECTION #2
Conclusion:
The HR4S02 module has not only broadened my academic horizons but has also refined my professional competencies. It has fostered a rejuvenated commitment to an insights-focused approach, aligned with the CIPD's ethos of integrating people practices with strategic business needs. As I continue to evolve in my HR career, the module's teachings will be instrumental in guiding my strategies, ensuring they are theoretically informed and practically robust, capable of navigating the multifaceted dynamics of a global business environment.
References
Bassot, B (2023) The Reflective Practice Guide : An Interdisciplinary Approach to Critical Reflection. Second edition. Abingdon, England: Routledge.
Kolb, D.A. (1984) Experiential Learning: Experience as the Source of Learning and Development. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Prentice-Hall.
Gillian, W and Reissner. S (2023) Developing Skills for Business Leadership. Ed. Watson and Reissner. T(3rd Edn). London: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
Reflective Log Entry: HR4S02 - HRM and Strategy in a Business Context
What is the Author Saying and Doing?
What the author is saying: They conclude by summarising how the module has expanded their academic understanding and professional skills, aligning with CIPD standards.
What the author is doing: They are indicating prospective reflection by showing how they will use the module's teachings to inform future strategies and actions.
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Throughout the entry, the author draws links between theory and practice by referencing their experiences with the CIPD's frameworks and standards. This demonstrates an integration of experiential learning with professional development standards, indicative of a deep level of reflective practice.
Reflection-in-action is less explicit in the reflective entry but can be inferred to occur during the learning process itself as the author navigates through the lectures and literature reviews
The log entry does an excellent job of detailing the reflective process and demonstrates the author's commitment to applying their learning to future practice, which is a critical aspect of professional development in HRM.