Vaibhava 2025 of Perceptions fest “Satava HR ”
1. Introduction
The HR Club of Ramaiah Institute of Management organized an interactive and knowledge-enriching event titled “Satava HR .” The activity aimed to strengthen students’ understanding of HR concepts through competitive quizzing and realistic HR simulations. The multi-round structure ensured a blend of strategic thinking, conceptual clarity, and experiential learning.
The event consisted of several rounds—Quiz Auction and Role Play Simulation—followed by advanced HR knowledge extensions integrated into the Quiz component.
2. ROUND 1: Quiz Auction (HR Knowledge Battle)
The event commenced with the highly energetic and competitive Quiz Auction Round, where teams were allotted virtual points and were required to strategically bid to answer questions. This round tested HR knowledge, quick decision-making, and auction strategy.
Rules of the Round
Each team began with 2000 virtual points.
Host announced each question along with a starting bid.
Teams bid for the right to answer.
Correct answer = Gain (bid amount + starting bid).
Wrong answer = Lose only the bid amount.
Participation and enthusiasm were also considered.
Quiz Segments Covered
This round included a structured set of sub-rounds:
? Round 1A: HR Basics & Workplace Fun
Covered:
Fundamental HR roles
Workplace safety
Motivation
HR terminology (moonlighting, promotions, etc.)
? Round 1B: Hiring, Recruitment & Compensation
Included:
Illegal interview questions
Cost-per-hire
Employee referral programs
Golden handshake
? Round 1C: Labor Laws & Workplace Ethics
Focused on:
Factories Act
Maternity Benefit Act
Workplace discrimination
Exit interviews
Compliance penalties
? Round 1D: Future of HR & Technology
Highlighted:
Gig economy
AI in HR
Quiet quitting
Gamification
Hybrid workplace
? Round 1E: Technical HR Metrics & Advanced HR Trends
Emphasized:
Employee turnover rate
Predictive analytics
EPF Act
Gratuity eligibility
Blockchain in HR
NLP applications
? Round 1F: HR Strategy, Law & Ethics (Advanced)
Included:
Balanced Scorecard
Industrial Disputes Act
Source of Hire
Constructive discharge
AI & ML in HR
Equal Remuneration Act
Yield ratio
Wage theft
Quality of hire
Moral hazard
Outcome of Round 1:
Teams showed outstanding participation, strategic thinking, and quick recall. The bidding environment added excitement and competitiveness, making HR learning engaging and dynamic.
3. ROUND 2: Role Play (HR Simulation Challenge)
The second round tested students’ ability to apply HR concepts in real-world workplace situations. Teams were allotted scenarios and evaluated on communication, problem-solving, empathy, HR policy knowledge, and conflict-handling skills.
Role Play Scenarios Included:
1. Mass Layoffs Announcement
Creating a sensitive communication strategy for downsizing 15% of the workforce.
2. Harassment Complaint Handling
Conducting a structured investigation and ensuring a safe and ethical workplace.
3. Diversity & Inclusion Challenge
Addressing bias comments and reinforcing D&I culture.
4. Onboarding a High-Profile Hire
Handling internal resentment and ensuring smooth integration of a senior executive.
5. Employee Retention Crisis
Proposing retention strategies driven by work–life balance and engagement.
6. Toxic Work Environment Case
Resolving issues of favoritism, workload pressure, and poor leadership.
7. Sudden Leadership Change
Managing communication following an unexpected CEO resignation.
8. Workplace Conflict Resolution
Mediating conflicts between key employees to restore productivity.
9. Social Media Misuse Crisis
Addressing an employee’s controversial viral post and planning PR management.
10. Sudden Policy Change Implementation
Managing employees’ resistance toward a new mandatory return-to-office policy.
Outcome of Round 2:
The role play sessions showcased exceptional creativity, empathy, and policy understanding. Students demonstrated effective HR behavior by balancing organizational needs with employee well-being.
ROUND 3: Technical HR Metrics, Labor Laws & Emerging HR Trends
This round focused on more advanced HR themes:
Key Themes:
HR Metrics (Turnover Rate, Quality of Hire, Time to Fill)
HR Analytics & Predictive Tools
Digital HR (AI, Blockchain, NLP)
Strategic HR Practices
Indian Labor Laws (EPF Act, Gratuity Act, POSH, Industrial Disputes Act)
Questions required sound HR knowledge and application-oriented thinking.
5. ROUND 4: HR Policy & Legal Compliance Round
This round covered essential HR policy components, labor regulations, and workplace ethics.
Major Areas:
Fundamental components of HR policies
Industrial Disputes Act applicability
POSH Act goals and compliance
Recruitment metrics like "Time to Fill"
Ethical vs. unethical workplace practices
Blind hiring and removal of bias
Probation laws under Indian labor regulations
Source-of-Hire effectiveness
AI advantages in HR
Employee wellness programs as current HR trends
6. ROUND 5: Advanced HR Strategy & Organizational Behavior Round
This round involved highly analytical and strategic HR concepts.
Topics Included:
Balanced Scorecard Approach
Laws regulating layoffs and termination
Recruitment Yield Ratio
Constructive Discharge
Impact of AI & ML on HR
Equal Remuneration Act compliance
Wage theft implications
Quality of Hire as a strategic metric
Moral Hazard in workplace ethics
This round tested higher-level conceptual understanding and legal awareness.
Participant Engagement & Event Outcome
Students actively participated through role plays, auctions, and analytical quiz rounds. The event showcased:
Excellent communication skills
Strong HR policy awareness
Strategic thinking in auction-style bidding
Critical reasoning in legal and ethical scenarios
Effective teamwork in role-play execution
Winners were selected based on points, participation quality, clarity of HR concepts, and demonstration of professionalism throughout all rounds.
Conclusion
“Satava HR – Role Play & Quiz Auction Challenge” successfully blended theoretical HR knowledge with practical application. Through role plays, bidding-based quizzes, and advanced HR rounds, students gained exposure to real-life HR complexities, decision-making under pressure, and modern HR trends.
The event significantly strengthened participants’ understanding of the HR domain and set a high benchmark for future HR Club activities.
