Long Title:Human Resource Management
Language of Instruction:English
Module Code:H6HRMI
Credits: 10
NFQ Level:LEVEL 6
Field of Study: Business and administration not further defined or elsewhere classified
Module Delivered in 3 programme(s)
Module Coordinator: BRONWYN MCFARLANE
Module editor: BRONWYN MCFARLANE
Teaching and Learning Strategy: The learning strategy involves the use of lectures, tutorials, case studies, class discussions and videos as appropriate. Lectures provide a framework and introduction to each topic covered, this will be supplemented by discussion and application of theory through the other methods mentioned. Each topic is further developed through recommended reading which is essential for learning and effective performance in the assessment.
Learning Environment: Learning will take place in a classroom environment. Learners will have access to library resources, both physical and electronic and to faculty outside of the classroom where required. Module materials will be placed on Moodle, the College’s virtual learning environment.
Module Description: This module introduces students to the area of Human Resource Management (HRM). It aims to develop students’ knowledge and skills in some of the core HRM activities and concepts including: HR Planning, Recruitment & Selection, Turnover & Retention, and Equality and Diversity.
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
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.
Pre-requisite learning
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
Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 

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%

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Project (0050) 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. 1,2,3,4,5 40.00 n/a
End of Module Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Terminal Exam 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. 1,2,3,4,5 60.00 End-of-Semester
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.
Reassessment Description
Reassessment will be by repeat examination.

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

 

Module Workload

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 Hours 21.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 21.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 5.00
This module has no Part Time workload.
 

Module Resources

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

Module Delivered in

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
BAHHRD BA (Honours) in Human Resource Management 1 Core Subject
BAHBMD BA (Hons) in Business 1 Core Subject
HCBS Higher Certificate in Business 1 Core Subject