BUS 221: Human Resource Management

Credits 3.0 Lecture Hours 3 Lab Hours 0
Sun Number
N/A
General Education Category
Pending Evaluation
Activity Course
No

This course offers a comprehensive introduction to the theory and practical application of Human Resource Management (HRM). The course addresses the entire employee lifecycle, encompassing strategic HR planning, recruitment and placement strategies, and programs for employee development and performance evaluation. Additionally, the course explores key administrative functions, including compensation and benefits management, compliance with health and safety regulations, and fostering constructive employee relations.

Prerequisites

None.

Student Learning Outcomes

1.    Analyze the contemporary landscape of human resource management (HRM) and its evolving challenges.
2.    Define and enact best practices for managing equal opportunity and workplace diversity initiatives.
3.    Integrate strategic human resource management with overall organizational goals and planning.
4.    Outline effective techniques for recruiting and talent acquisition processes.
5.    Implement systematic procedures for effectively selecting and positioning new employees.
6.    Develop programs for effectively training and developing employees to enhance current and future performance.
7.    Outline methods for managing employee performance and talent, including performance appraisal and feedback systems.
8.    Formulate the principles of compensating employees, including wage and salary administration, and incentive plans.
9.    Summarize standards for ethics, employee rights, and fair treatment in the workplace.
10.    Analyze the process of working with unions and articulate strategies for resolving labor disputes.
11.    Institute methods for improving occupational safety, health, and organizational security in compliance with regulations.
12.    Summarize the unique demands of managing human resources in both entrepreneurial firms and global organizations.