Course Title: Contemporary Issues in Human Resource Management
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Contemporary Issues in Human Resource Management
Credit Points: 12
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
BUSM3891 |
City Campus |
Postgraduate |
630H Management |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2006,
Sem 2 2007 |
Course Coordinator: Associate Professor Alan Nankervis
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 99251650
Course Coordinator Email:Alan.Nankervis@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: N/A
Course Coordinator Availability: N/A
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
The course assumes some understanding of management theory.
Course Description
This course is designed to introduce the study of HRM through a discussion of its concepts and theories, and the strategic, managerial and operational roles of HRM in organisations. You will participate in the study of the factors which shape HR policies, systems and practices, and their implementation; the professional roles of HR practitioners; measures of the effectiveness of HR policies and practices; and the contributions of HRM to organisational strategies and goals.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
On completion of this course you will be able to:
1. Analyse the concept of HRM and its potential for facilitating the achievement of business goals of an organisation
2. Identify the policy and practice implications of the range of HRM functions and the roles and responsibilities of HRM and Line Managers in these functions;
3. Evaluate the relationship between human resource management and strategic business planning processes;
4. Critique frameworks and tools relating to HR practice.
5. Discuss current and emerging issues and trends relevant to human resource management and planning.
Overview of Learning Activities
You will be required to engage with a range of relevant topics by actively participating in seminars and class discussions. You will be expected to apply the theories and frameworks introduced in class to cases and situations discussed in class.
Overview of Learning Resources
In addition to the recommended texts you will be expected to access the academic and professional journals available through the RMIT library. A list of recommended journals and texts will be provided.
Overview of Assessment
You will be asked to demonstrate your learning through both group and individual assessment tasks. These will include a small group debate, a case study analysis, and an individual HRM policy analysis.