Module Code: H6HRMI
Long Title Human Resource Management
Title Human Resource Management
Module Level: LEVEL 6
EQF Level: 5
EHEA Level: Short Cycle
Credits: 10
Module Coordinator: BRONWYN MCFARLANE
Module Author: BRONWYN MCFARLANE
Departments: School of Business
Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff  
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Explain the purpose, role and key activities of human resource management in the organisation and examine how personnel management and human resource management have changed and evolved over time.
LO2 Examine the stages in the HR Planning process, its linkage to the overall business strategy and recognize the importance of ongoing HR Planning in organisations.
LO3 Identify the stages in a best practice Recruitment & Selection process and evaluate the effectiveness of different recruitment & selection techniques.
LO4 Explain the links between induction, turnover and retention and why they are of strategic significance to the overall success of the organisation.
LO5 Demonstrate familiarity with the major concepts and issues in the field of equality and diversity as they relate to the work environment.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is required before enrolment on this module. While the prior learning is expressed as named NCI module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).

No recommendations listed
Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
Entry requirements  
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Introduction to Human Resource Management
Defining and explaining human resource management * Personnel management versus human resource management * The role and activities of the HR function * Theoretical basis of HRM * Impact of the environment on HRM strategy & choice
HR planning (HRP) & Recruitment
The contribution & role of HRP * The process of HRP *Job Analysis & Recruitment *Determining the vacancy * Recruitment processes and methods * Recruitment advertising & employer branding * E-recruitment and social media in recruitment
Selection
Selection criteria & competencies * Shortlisting * Selection methods * Critique of the selection interview and alternative selection methods * Overviews of Employment legislation affecting the recruitment and selection process
Induction, Turnover & Retention
Traditional & new approaches to induction * Onboarding * Role of HR and the line manager in induction and socialisation * Employee turnover – push & pull factors * Measuring & managing turnover * Retention strategies & role of the exit interview
Introduction to Managing Equality & Diversity in the workplace
Why inequality exists in the labour market & the workplace * Different approaches to equality promotion & regulation by country * Positive discrimination versus positive action *Role of HRM in promoting equality & dealing with complaints of discrimination * Key procedures used by organisations e.g.: Equality & Dignity at Work policies. What is diversity management and how is it different to management of equality? * Approaches to diversity management *How diversity management can benefit employers and employees * Challenges and limitations of diversity management
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework40.00%
End of Module Assessment60.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Project (0050) % of total: 40
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
The assessment will be an individual or group project which will require students to: Apply their knowledge of HRM theory & practice to a realistic business situation and advise on appropriate solutions in one or more of the following areas: HR planning, Recruitment & Selection, Turnover & Retention or Equality & Diversity.
End of Module Assessment
Assessment Type: Terminal Exam % of total: 60
Assessment Date: End-of-Semester Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4,5
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
End of semester final examination. Students will be set a final examination usually consisting of 5 questions of which they have to answer 3. All questions will necessitate essay-style responses and marks will be awarded based on clarity, structure, relevant examples, depth of topic knowledge and evidence of reading outside of core text.
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.

NCIRL reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Module Target Workload Hours 0 Hours
Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Workload Description Hours Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture No Description 4 Every Week 4.00
Independent Learning No Description 16 Every Week 16.00
Tutorial No Description 1 Every Week 1.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Ronan Carberry & Christine Cross. (2013), Human Resource Management - a concise introduction, 1st. palgrave macmillan, London, [ISBN: 9781137009395].
  • Linda Reidy. (2014), Make That Grade: Human Resource Management, 4th. Gill & Macmillan, Dublin, [ISBN: 9780717168149].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Torrington,D. Hall, L. & Taylo,S. & Atkinson, C.. (2014), Human Resource Managment, 9th. Harlow, [ISBN: 9780273786634].
  • Gunnigle, P. Heraty,N & Morley, M.. (2011), Human Resource Management in Ireland, 4th. gillmacmillan, Dublin, [ISBN: 978-071714979].
  • Armstrong, M. (2014), Handbook of Human Resource Management Practice, 13th. Kogan Page, London.
  • Torrington, D and Taylor, S. (2009), Fundamentals of Human Reource Managment, 1st. Pearson Education, Essex.
This module does not have any article/paper resources
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