Lectures structured around specific learning objectives.
Learning supported by in class discussion and debate and a structured revision programme.
E-learning resources including relevant web links, video clips and academic articles.
Self-Direct Independent Learning - the emphasis on independent learning will develop a strong and autonomous work and learning practices.
Module Aim:
This module introduces learners to key activities involved in Human Resource Management. Best practices principles are described in the context of resourcing and talent planning, learning and development and reward management.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Describe and apply best practice principles and practices to Human Resource planning, job analysis, recruitment and selection.
LO2
Describe and apply a best practice, structured approach to learning and development in an organisational setting.
LO3
Design and implement a reward strategy that is fair and effective in an organisational setting.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
No recommendations listed
Incompatible Modules
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module.
No incompatible modules listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
No requirements listed
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Human Resource Planning
The purposes of Human Resource Planning.
The Process of Human Resource Planning.
Job Analysis
The nature and role of Job Analysis.
Methods of carrying out a Job Analysis.
Documentation produced by Job Analysis.
The nature of competencies and Competency profiles.
Recruitment and Selection
Recruitment methods.
Alternatives to recruitment.
Methods of selection. Best practice in selection Interviewing. The legal context of selection processes
Learning and Development
The nature of Learning and Development.
An effective Learning and Development process.
Reward Management
Purposes of reward systems.
Components of the reward package.
influences on pay levels.
Types of pay systems.
Assessment Breakdown
%
Continuous Assessment
100.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Other
In class examination/test/online MCQ
1,2,3
100.00
Week 10
No Project
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment