Learning Outcomes:
At a broad level, on completion of this module, you are expected to be able to interpret and critically assess:
Contemporary theories and literature in the field of HRM and apply this theory to current organisational challenges.
Recent trends and developments in the field of HRM and how those trends might impact the management of employees.
The practice of HRM in your own organisation to understand how that might be improved to the benefit of the organisation and individual employees.
More specifically, on completion of this module, you are expected to demonstrate a clear knowledge and understanding of:
The role of the human resource function and how it can support the broader organisation.
The links between human HRM and the business strategy, most importantly the link between HRM and organisational performance.
The key policies, procedures and practices currently applied in the areas of recruitment and selection, talent management, rewards and performance management, training and development, employee retention and restructuring and the emerging area of sustainable HRM.
Indicative Module Content:
Strategic HRM.
Recruitment and selection.
Training and development.
Performance management and rewards.
Employee retention.
Downsizing.
Employment law.