Lecture, Case Study, active learning and discussion based teaching.
Module Aim:
To develop in the student an understanding of how management of human resources as an integral part of organisational strategy. The module will explore the internal organisational context of the HR process and external contingencies that impact the management of people within the organisation. Ethics, diversity, equaity and inclusion will be intergral to the material. The concept of international HRM will be explored in the context of globalisation.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1
Describe and evaluate current issues involved in the staffing and management of organisations. These may include issues in relation to HR planning, motivation, employee well-being, health and safety.
LO2
Describe the effects and impact of both the internal and external environments (domestic and global) on the Human Resource strategies of the organisation.
LO3
Demonstrate work related theories related to diversity, inclusion and motivation in terms of reward management and employee efficiency and effectiveness.
LO4
Desribe the value of employee engagement in terms of the employment relationship.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations
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Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements
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Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content
Introducing Human Resource Management
Define Human Resource Management.
Describe the main activities of the Human Resource Management function. Examine the 'Best Fit', 'Best Practice' Approach to HRM organisational effectiveness.
Contextualise Human Resource Management within the macro and micro environment.
Equity and diversity in the Workplace
The impact of diversity and inclusion in the work place.
The social justice and the business case for promoting equality.
Identify the key broad elements of equality promotion and regulation in various countries.
Explain the role of HRM in promoting equality, diversity and incusion ensuring that the workplace is free from discrimination and in dealing with complaints.
The key processes and procedures utilised by organisations, such as equality policies and dignity at work policies.
Managing the employment relationship
The nature of employment. The quality of employment, employee participation and voice.
Globalisation and HRM
Interational HRM strategies. Managing employees at a global level. The internationalisation of HRM and working practices.
Health, safety and employee well-being
Organisational safety culture. Human factors in relation health, safety and well being. Over view of safety legislation
Assessment Breakdown
%
Project
100.00%
No Continuous Assessment
Project
Assessment Type
Assessment Description
Outcome addressed
% of total
Assessment Date
Project
Essay and presentation of case study findings, conclusion and discussion.
1,2,3,4
100.00
n/a
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination
SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment