Module Catalogue 2024/25

Pre Requisite Comment

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Co Requisite Comment

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Aims

This module provides a foundation for the in-depth study of global human resource management and development in theory and practice. It seeks to enable students to develop a detailed understanding of all key aspects of delivering effective HRM within local and global contexts, which will allow them to become effective HR practitioners in a variety of organisational settings. The emphasis is upon the development of a critical awareness of the theory and practice of HRM in a global context. Learning is supported by illustrative examples drawn for a wide variety of settings and a range of countries.

Outline Of Syllabus

The syllabus covers key theories as well as practical applications of human resource management in a global context relating to:

The contested nature and meaning of HRM
HRM and business objectives
HRM strategies and orientations
Resourcing, talent management and development
Performance management
Reward, compensation and benefits
Employee engagement, motivation and commitment
The employment relationship
Ethical HRM

Intended Knowledge Outcomes

On completion of this module, students will be able to:

Review and critically evaluate major contemporary research and debates in the fields of human resource management (HRM) and human resource development (HRD).

Evaluate major theories relating to motivation, commitment and engagement at work and how these are put into practice by organisations.

Debate and critically evaluate the characteristics of effective leadership and the methods used to develop leaders in organisations.

Contribute to the promotion of flexible working and effective change management in organisations.

Critically discuss the aims and objectives of the HRM and HRD function in organisations and how these are met in practice.

Assess the contribution made by HRM and HRD specialists in different types of organisation.

Promote professionalism and an ethical approach to HRM and HRD practice in organisations.

Explain the empirical and philosophical connections between employee engagement, managerial leadership, strategic aspirations and HR strategies focused on infrastructure maintenance and also the development of human resource management (HRM) competitive differentiators.

Explore the critical contribution of employee engagement as a route to strategic, reputational and competitive excellence within a high-performance working environment.

Understand how people practices can be designed in an integrated way, including resourcing, talent management, development, performance management, reward, compensation and benefits

Intended Skill Outcomes

On completion of this module, students will be able to:

1.       Apply critical skills to their studies and continuing professional development;
2.       Reflect on their studies and personal development;
3.       Apply the key skills required by HR professionals.

Teaching Rationale And Relationship

The module combines lectures with small group teaching to give students knowledge and understanding about key issues and to allow students to apply them, thereby fostering formal learning as well as self-directed independent and peer learning. The combination of the lectures and seminars enables both the theoretical underpinning as well as the applications of the learning outcomes to be delivered effectively.

Assessment Rationale And Relationship

The assessment task has been designed to ensure that students have a strong grasp of the content covered in the module and also to establish that students can work independently. The assessment examines student’s knowledge of a broad range of global HRM issues.

General Notes

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