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Module Specifications
Archived Version 2010 - 2011
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Description The purpose of this module is to introduce students to the theory and practices utilised to manage and develop an organisation's human resources. It establishes the nature and function of the various components of typical human resource management (HRM) practices and exposes students to the skills of HRM through the use of a range of exercises and workshops. The modules aims to give future managers and personnel specialists the essential knowledge and understanding of HRM, which will then be developed and extended in the other cognate modules. Students are expected to attend lectures ands kills workshops and participate in class discussions. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Explain the nature and scope of HRM and its importance to the effective management of organisations 2. Describe the main generic areas of HRM including resourcing, development, reward and relations in a range of organisational contexts. 3. Evaluate the impact of a range of environmental factors influencing HRM practice. 4. Apply HRM concepts and theories to address business problems and issues. 5. Undertake basic human resource processes. 6. Give informed advice and solutions with regard to people management and development issues at workplace and establishment level. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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 |
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Indicative Content and
Learning Activities Fundamentals of Human Resource ManagementAn introduction to the key theories and concepts underpinning HRM; origins of HRM; the context for HRM; key developments in its trajectory and the function; emerging issues and future prospects; the agenda for future research, debate and practice.Industrial RelationsAn introduction to the key concepts and theories of IR; the role and function of trade unions; the role of the state in IR; social partnership and collective bargaining; employee participation and voice mechanisms in union and non-union environments.Human Resource DevelopmentThe principles underpinning HRD as a distinct field of study; relationships between HRM and HRD; the systematic HRD cycle.Rewarding People at WorkThe nature and scope of reward management; motivation theories underpinning reward; contemporary trends and developments in managing reward.Electronic HRM and HR Information SystemsThe application of information technology to key HRM practices and processes; the impact of e-HRM on the HR function.Health, Safety and Employee Well-BeingManaging occupational health and safety; workplace stress; EAPs.Equality, Diversity and Dignity at WorkEqual opportunities vs. managing diversity; legislative issues in equality; workplace bullying: antecedents and consequences. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Programme or List of Programmes |
GDHRM | Grad Dip in Human Resource Management |
MHRM | Masters in Human Resource Management |
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2003 - 2004
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2004 - 2005
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2005 - 2006
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2006 - 2007
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2007 - 2008
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2008 - 2009
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2009 - 2010
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2010 - 2011
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2011 - 2012
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2012 - 2013
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2013 - 2014
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2014 - 2015
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2015 - 2016
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2016 - 2017
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2017 - 2018
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2018 - 2019
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2019 - 2020
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2020 - 2021
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2021 - 2022
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2022 - 2023
- See the module specification for HR551 in 2023 - 2024
- See the module specification for the current year