MGF2661 - Human resource management

There is a more recent version of this academic item available.

Overview

This unit is an introduction to human resource management, theory, context and practices. It focuses on the contribution of HRM to organisational competitive advantage and meeting the needs of employees and other stakeholders.

Offerings

S1-01-CAULFIELD-ON-CAMPUS

S2-01-CAULFIELD-ON-CAMPUS

Requisites

Prohibition

Prerequisite

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Dr Susan Mayson

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:

define the scope and purpose of HRM as an academic discipline and activities associated with HRM as a management practice

identify major changes in the global business environment that impact on organisations and HRM

critically evaluate competing models of HRM that underpin perceived good practices

critically apply knowledge about HR activities to identify solutions to HRM issues

enhance students' research capabilities to work individually and in groups.

Assessment

1 - Within semester assessment

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Lectures

Tutorials

Workload requirements

Workload

Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of scheduled learning activities and independent study. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities. The unit requires on average three/four hours of scheduled activities per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher directed learning, peer directed learning and online engagement.

Learning resources

Required resources