This document provides details of an assignment for a Human Resource Development management program. It includes 4 questions related to competency mapping, organization development, the distinction between information and knowledge, and objectives of reward systems. Students are asked to answer each question by providing an example from an organization they are familiar with and including brief relevant details about that organization.

1. MS - 22
Management Programme
ASSIGNMENT
FIRST SEMESTER
2011
MS-22: HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
School of Management Studies
INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL OPEN UNIVERSITY
MAIDAN GARHI, NEW DELHI – 110 068

2. ASSIGNMENT
Course Code : MS - 22
Course Title : Human Resource Development
Assignment Code : MS-22/SEM - I /2011
Coverage : All Blocks
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1. What is the usefulness of Competency Mapping in overall organizational functioning?
What are the basic steps followed in conducting Competency Mapping of an
organization. Explain with an organizational example known to you or you are familiar
with. Describe the basic relevant details of the organization you are referring to.
2. What are the generally followed phases in implementing Organization Development
programmes in an organization? Are there any conditions which play important role in
success of Organization Development in an organization? Explain with relevant examples
from the organizations known/familiar to you. Briefly explain relevant details of the
organization you are referring to.
3. How do you distinguish between Information and Knowledge? Explain through the roles
of a Knowledge Manager as to how do they help leveraging professional expertise in an
organizational setup. Explain with relevant organizational examples you are familiar
with. Describe the organization you are referring to.
4. What are the objectives, psychological bases, and important consideration in designing
reward system of an organization? Critically evaluate these with an organizational
example of reward system you are familiar with or known to you. Give brief and relevant
details of the organization you are referring to.