Introduction to Human Resource Management

Course Content:

Managers have traditionally regarded human resource management (HRM) as a
necessary evil, rather than a source of value to an organization. However, recent
research challenges this view: HR practices can be an organization?s source of
competitive advantage. Indeed, decisions such as whom to hire, how much to pay, what
training to offer (if any), and how to evaluate employees affects employees? ability to
provide the goods and/or services to clients. This module examines the various HRM
policies and practices organisations can employ. It demonstrates how they can be
intertwined to create an environment in which employees are satisfied and perform well.

Topics covered include:

Autumn Semester:
? Employment Relationship & Psychological Contract
? Grievance and Discipline
? Health and Safety
? Recruitment
? Selection

Spring Semester:
? Researching Academic Articles
? Reading Academic Articles
? Writing in an Academic Style
? HR Planning
? Learning and Career Development
? Reward Management
? Dismissals, redundancy and retirement
? Flexibility
? Talent Management and Retention
? Performance Management and appraisal

Teaching: Lectures, tutorials and workshops

Assessment:
STUDY OPTION 1:
? Exam (40%)
? Group presentations (20%)
? Coursework: Paired assignment (40%)
STUDY OPTION 2 OR STUDY OPTION 3: Individual report

Study Option 1 = Whole Year
Study Option 2 = Autumn
Study Option 3 = Spring/summer