Unit Guide HRM 107 2014 S1 Day
HRM 107
Introduction to Human Resources
S1 Day 2014
Dept of Marketing and Management
Contents
General Information
2
Learning Outcomes
2
Assessment Tasks
2
Delivery and Resources
4
Unit Schedule
5
Policies and Procedures
7
Graduate Capabilities
8
Research and Practice
10
Disclaimer
Macquarie University has taken all reasonable measures to ensure the information in this publication is accurate and up-to-date. However, the information may change or become out-dated as a result of change in University policies, procedures or rules. The University reserves the right to make changes to any information in this publication without notice. Users of this publication are advised to check the website version of this publication [or the relevant faculty or department] before acting on any information in this publication.
http://unitguides.mq.edu.au/unit_offerings/40648/unit_guide/print
1
Unit guide HRM 107 Introduction to Human Resources
General Information
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Troy Sarina troy.sarina@mq.edu.au Contact via troy.sarina@mq.edu.au
Credit points
3
Prerequisites
Corequisites
Co-badged status
Unit description
This unit provides an introduction to human resource management (HRM) in Australia, key policies and practices and contemporary environmental influences on strategy formation. Major HRM topic areas include: human resource planning and staffing; employee training and development; performance appraisal; managing workforce diversity; and occupational health and safety.
Learning Outcomes
1. Identify and define key terms, concepts and theories discussed in the HRM literature.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the links between the different areas of HRM and how they may contribute to a coherent, strategically advantageous set of HR plans and policies.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the contribution of HRM in businesses.
4. Understand the importance of and principles of good communication and evaluation
strategies
Introduction to Human Resources
S1 Day 2014
Dept of Marketing and Management
Contents
General Information
2
Learning Outcomes
2
Assessment Tasks
2
Delivery and Resources
4
Unit Schedule
5
Policies and Procedures
7
Graduate Capabilities
8
Research and Practice
10
Disclaimer
Macquarie University has taken all reasonable measures to ensure the information in this publication is accurate and up-to-date. However, the information may change or become out-dated as a result of change in University policies, procedures or rules. The University reserves the right to make changes to any information in this publication without notice. Users of this publication are advised to check the website version of this publication [or the relevant faculty or department] before acting on any information in this publication.
http://unitguides.mq.edu.au/unit_offerings/40648/unit_guide/print
1
Unit guide HRM 107 Introduction to Human Resources
General Information
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Troy Sarina troy.sarina@mq.edu.au Contact via troy.sarina@mq.edu.au
Credit points
3
Prerequisites
Corequisites
Co-badged status
Unit description
This unit provides an introduction to human resource management (HRM) in Australia, key policies and practices and contemporary environmental influences on strategy formation. Major HRM topic areas include: human resource planning and staffing; employee training and development; performance appraisal; managing workforce diversity; and occupational health and safety.
Learning Outcomes
1. Identify and define key terms, concepts and theories discussed in the HRM literature.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of the links between the different areas of HRM and how they may contribute to a coherent, strategically advantageous set of HR plans and policies.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the contribution of HRM in businesses.
4. Understand the importance of and principles of good communication and evaluation
strategies