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PROJECT PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS

For a college project under the HR (Human Resources) and Finance streams, here are detailed procedures
that can help structure your project, manage your time effectively, and ensure the quality of your work.
1. Topic Selection
● HR Stream: Consider topics like talent acquisition, performance management, employee
engagement, training & development, diversity & inclusion, remote work challenges, or HR
analytics.
● Finance Stream: Choose from areas like financial planning and analysis, budgeting, cost control,
investment analysis, financial modelling, or risk management.
● Tips:
o Pick a topic that aligns with current trends or challenges in the industry.
o Ensure the topic has ample research materials and data sources available.
o Select something that interests you and matches your career aspirations.
2. Define Objectives and Scope
● Define Clear Objectives: Outline what you aim to achieve with this project. Be specific (e.g.,
"Evaluate the impact of digital transformation on employee engagement").
● Set the Scope: Determine what is and isn’t part of the project to maintain focus and prevent scope
creep.
● Tips:
o Set both primary and secondary objectives if needed.
o Be realistic about what can be accomplished within the given time frame.
3. Literature Review
● Conduct Research: Gather relevant literature, journal articles, books, and case studies.
● Analyze Trends: Identify current trends, issues, and solutions in the chosen field.
● Synthesize Information: Organize information by themes or methodologies to provide a foundation
for your research.
● Tips:
o Use academic databases (Google Scholar, JSTOR, etc.).
o Make notes of key findings and insights, as well as gaps in research.
4. Develop Hypothesis or Research Questions
● Formulate hypotheses or research questions to guide the study. For instance:
o HR Example: "Does remote work improve employee productivity in IT companies?"
o Finance Example: "How does corporate social responsibility impact a company’s financial
performance?"
● Tips:
o Make sure questions are specific, measurable, and relevant.
o Hypotheses should be testable within the scope of your project.
5. Design Methodology
● Select Research Type: Choose between qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods.
● Data Collection Plan: Determine data sources, sampling methods, and collection tools (surveys,
interviews, financial data, etc.).
● Data Analysis Techniques: Decide on the tools or software for data analysis (e.g., SPSS, Excel, R,
or Python for quantitative analysis; thematic analysis for qualitative data).
● Tips:
o In HR, surveys and interviews are popular; in Finance, financial analysis and modeling are
common.
o Choose tools you’re comfortable with or seek guidance on complex tools.
6. Data Collection and Analysis
● Data Collection: Gather data as per your plan, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
● Data Analysis: Use appropriate techniques to analyze data (e.g., statistical analysis for finance,
content analysis for HR).
● Interpret Results: Relate findings to your hypotheses and research questions.
● Tips:
o Ensure data sources are credible and current.
o Document any limitations encountered during data collection.
7. Draw Conclusions and Recommendations
● Summarize Findings: Provide a clear summary of findings based on data analysis.
● Recommendations: Offer practical, actionable recommendations that organizations can implement.
● Discuss Implications: Analyze the broader impact of your findings on the industry or organization.
● Tips:
o Be objective in drawing conclusions.
o Tailor recommendations to your specific topic and field of study.
8. Report Writing
● Structure the Report:
o Introduction: Overview, objectives, scope, and significance of the study.
o Literature Review: Summary of relevant research.
o Methodology: Detailed explanation of research methods.
o Analysis and Findings: Presentation and interpretation of data.
o Conclusions and Recommendations: Summarize key findings and suggestions.
o References: Cite all sources properly (APA, MLA, or as specified).
● Tips:
o Maintain clarity, conciseness, and coherence.
o Proofread for errors in grammar, spelling, and formatting.
9. Prepare for Presentation
● Create a Presentation: Summarize key points, methodology, findings, and recommendations in a
concise format.
● Practice Delivery: Prepare to answer questions and discuss your research in depth.
● Tips:
o Use visual aids (charts, graphs) to simplify complex data.
o Time your presentation to ensure you cover all points without rushing.
10. Seek Feedback and Revise
● Ask for Feedback: Share your draft with peers or mentors for constructive criticism.
● Revise Accordingly: Incorporate feedback to refine your analysis, conclusions, or recommendations.
● Tips:
o Be open to feedback and focus on areas for improvement.
o Revisit data or sources if necessary for clarity or accuracy.
Review Timeline
1. Dec 9th : Company, Topic selection, Introduction and objective setting (Chapter I)
2. Dec 13th : Literature review (Chapter II)
3. Dec 16th : Hypothesis and methodology design (Chapter III)
4. Dec 20th : Data collection (Chapter IV)
5. Dec 23th : Data analysis(Chapter IV)
6. Dec 27th : Conclusions and report writing (Chapter V)
7. Dec 30th : Presentation preparation and feedback
8. Jan 3rd : Final Book Submission

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