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This course provides an in-depth examination of key theories and concepts in Human Resource Management (HRM) and demonstrates how these concepts can be applied in practice, using relevant case studies. Key themes to be covered include important HRM issues like the link between strategy and HRM, organizational design, team and organizational performance, employee relations, the strategic aspect of compensation and other emerging trends in HRM (life-work balance; virtual organizations and teleworking)
Study Type | Undergraduate | Level | 3 |
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Term | Second Term | Credit Points | 30 credits (15 ECTS credits) |
Campus | None. | Sustained Study | No |
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This course provides an in-depth examination of key theories and concepts in Human Resource Management (HRM) and demonstrates how these concepts can be applied in practice, using relevant case studies. Key themes to be covered include important HRM issues like the link between strategy and HRM, organizational design, team and organizational performance, employee relations, the strategic aspect of compensation and other emerging trends in HRM (life-work balance; virtual organizations and teleworking)
Available normally to students in Programme Year 3.
Information on contact teaching time is available from the course guide.
1st Attempt:
Group presentation (25%)
Individual essay (25%)
2-hour exam (50%)
Resit: 1 two-hour written examination (100%)
This will take place via tutorial discussions on HRM topics and informally through verbal feedback on case study questions. Questions for students to discuss will also be placed on discussion boards.
Written feedback is given on the essay. Verbal feedback is given on the answers to case study questions in tutorial classes. Class feedback will also be given on discussion board responses.
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