you will be asked to select a reference organization to use as a focus for your application of research ideas in each of the Modules. This may be your choice of: - Your current workplace - A workplace with which you are not affiliated (now) but of which you have good knowledge (could be that of a friend or your Significant Other...) Please note that you will not be asked to disclose any intimate or awkward material about any one you choose. Your confidentiality will be fully respected; no one but the instructor will see anything you write. If you have a non-traditional organization, you may need to be a bit creative in interpreting the assignments, but I think you''ll find it''s both stimulating and entertaining to try. For the Module 1 component of the Project, please address the following issues in a paper of 3 pages, not including cover and reference pages, must have a reference page: What is your reference organization? What does it do? What is your perception of the Human Resource department at this organization? In what ways, if any, does it play a ''strategic'' role? Provide examples of activities that have contributed to your response. Use the below references: Boudreau, J. W., & Ramstad, P. M. (2005). Talentship and the New Paradigm for Human Resource Management: From Professional Practices to Strategic Talent Decision Science. HR. Human Resource Planning, 28(2), 17-26. Retrieved February 26, 2008, from ABI/INFORM Global database. (Document ID: 868761661). Brockway, S. (2007, September). The art of business partnering. Strategic HR Review, 6(6), 32-35. Retrieved February 26, 2008, from ABI/INFORM Global database. (Document ID: 1336170361). Dunn, J. (2006). Strategic Human Resources and Strategic Organization Development: An Alliance for the Future? Organization Development Journal, 24(4), 69-76. Retrieved February 26, 2008, from ABI/INFORM Global database. (Document ID: 1173416711). Fox, A. (2007, August). Corporate Social Responsibility Pays Off. HRMagazine, 52(8), 43-47. Retrieved February 26, 2008, from ABI/INFORM Global database. (Document ID: 1320449591). Kiger, P. J. (2007, June). KNOWING IT ALL. Workforce Management, 86(12), 1,30-32,34-39. Retrieved February 26, 2008, from ABI/INFORM Global database. (Document ID: 1299542251). Trahant, B.; Steckler, F.; & Sonnesyn, C. (2007). Elements of Successful Strategic Human Capital Planning. Public Manager, 36(2), 45-50. Retrieved February 26, 2008, from ABI/INFORM Global database. (Document ID: 1315972861). Optional Materials Hau-Siu Chow, I.; & Liu, S. S. (2007). Business Strategy, Organizational Culture, and Performance Outcomes in China''s Technology Industry. HR. Human Resource Planning, 30(2), 47-55. Retrieved February 26, 2008, from ABI/INFORM Global database. (Document ID: 1298947371