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Module Specifications

Current Academic Year 2012 - 2013
Please note that this information is subject to change.

Module Title	Human Resource Management
Module Code	HR582
School	DCUBS
Online Module Resources
Module Co-ordinator	Semester 1: Aurora Trif Semester 2: Jean Cushen
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	5
Pre-requisite	None
Co-requisite	None
Compatibles	None
Incompatibles	None

Description

The purpose of this module is to provide students with an overview of what Human Resource Management (HRM) is, how they can apply it in their own work contexts, and the external and internal contingencies affecting it. There is no single 'best' way to manage an organization's human resources and this module examines tensions and ambiguities commonly associated with HRM. The module aims to equip students with a critical understanding of key human resource management processes and practices, such as the recruitment and selection of staff, employee participation, and reward management. Students are expected to attend lectures, prepare for and contribute to class discussions.

Learning Outcomes

1. Differentiate current and historical understandings of Human Resource Management (HRM).
2. Evaluate the theoretical and practical value of implementing HRM in organisations.
3. Analyse the HR practices necessary to deliver HR and business strategies.
4. Discuss contemporary challenges in HRM.

Workload	Full-time hours per semester
*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Lecture	22	Weekly lecture
Independent learning	68	Reading relevant sources for each topic
Independent learning	35	Preparation for assignments
Total Workload: 125

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Introduction to human resource management (HRM).
The nature and the scope of HRM. An introduction to the main HRM processes and practices..

HRM and organizational performance.
Theoretical explanations and empirical evidence on the impact of HRM practices on organizational performance..

Recruitment and selection.
The process of attracting and assessing potential candidates for employment..

Training and development.
The importance, role and nature of training, learning and development..

Reward management.
The importance, role and effects of performance management and monetary and non-monetary rewards..

Employee voice.
Mechanisms of employee participation in decision-making. Union and non-union forms of participation..

Employment relations in MNCs in Ireland.
HRM practices in foreign and domestic multinational corporations (MNCs) in Ireland..

Contemporary issues and debates in HRM.
Current trends and developments in the field of HRM..

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Course Work Breakdown
Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Essay	Individual essay	30%	Week 7
Group presentation	Group assignment: presentation	20%	Every Week
Assignment	Individual assignment	50%	Every Week

Reassessment Requirement
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories; 1 = A resit is available for all components of the module 2 = No resit is available for 100% continuous assessment module 3 = No resit is available for the continuous assessment component
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Redman, T. and Wilkinson, A.: 2006, Contemporary Human Resource Management: Text and Cases, Prentice Hall, Essex,
Gunnigle, P., Heraty, N. and Morley M.: 2006, Human Resource Management in Ireland, 3rd, FT Prentice Hall, Essex,
Briscoe, D. R. and R. S. Schuler: 2004, International Human Resource Management, 2nd, Routledge, London,

Other Resources

None

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Programme or List of Programmes

GDBM

GDip in Management

MSBM

MSc in Management (Business)

Timetable this semester: Timetable for HR582

Date of Last Revision

14-JAN-11

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