Module Code: |
H8CIRM |
Long Title
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Contemporary Issues in Reward Management
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Title
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Contemporary Issues in Reward Management
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Module Level: |
LEVEL 8 |
EQF Level: |
6 |
EHEA Level: |
First Cycle |
Module Author: |
CAITRIONA HUGHES |
Departments: |
School of Business
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Specifications of the qualifications and experience required of staff |
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
LO1. Develop approaches to reward management that can be adopted and contribute to organizational effectiveness |
LO2 |
LO2. Understand how reward management can be impacted by the external markets and competitive environment |
LO3 |
LO3. Carry out basic role analysis and draw on benchmarking and other factors affecting pay to advise on appropriate reward systems and remuneration packages |
LO4 |
LO4. Understand the various elements of remuneration packages including basic pay and pay at risk e.g. bonuses, commissions |
LO5 |
LO5. Develop a knowledge of the basic terminology and elements involved in pension schemes |
LO6 |
LO6. Have the ability to research, develop, write and present a project on a reward management issue |
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).
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Module Content & Assessment
Indicative Content |
Competitive Environment
Impact on Reward Management
Economic Impact on Reward
Ethics in Reward Management
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Engagement and Organizational Commitment
Role of Reward in The Psychological Contract
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Job Evaluation Schemes
Role Analysis
Equal Pay
Developing Grade and Pay Structures
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Performance Management and Reward
Organisational Performance Linked to Pay and Balanced Scorecards
Reward and Competency Frameworks
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Reward Management for Special Groups
Reward for Directors and Senior Managers
International Reward
Rewarding Sales Staff or other groups with higher pay at risk
Benefits Packages e.g. Profit Share Schemes
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Introduction to Pension Scheme
Private Pension Scheme and State Pensions
Income Tiers and Pensions
Calculating Pensions and Pensionable Pay
Additional Voluntary Contributions
Trust Deeds
Pensions and Taxation
Types of Pensions
Defined Benefit Schemes
Defined Contribution Schemes
PRSA’s
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Teaching methodology
The learning strategy involves the use of lectures, tutorials, case studies and class discussions as appropriate. Students will also have access to web based support.
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Coursework | 40.00% |
End of Module Assessment | 60.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
Coursework |
Assessment Type: |
Essay |
% of total: |
40 |
Assessment Date: |
n/a |
Outcome addressed: |
2,3,4,5,6 |
Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description: Students will be given an essay based project that requires them to analyse an organisation’s reward structure and the environment they work in with a view to making recommendations on the appropriate reward structure for a Special Group within the organisation. Students will be given a case study to base their analysis on. The essay required length will be 1,500 words. The project will be graded according to clarity, structure, with reference to materials covered, theories and research in the field |
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End of Module Assessment |
Assessment Type: |
Terminal Exam |
% of total: |
60 |
Assessment Date: |
End-of-Semester |
Outcome addressed: |
1,2,3,4,5,6 |
Non-Marked: |
No |
Assessment Description: End-of-Semester Final Examination. The exam paper will consist of five questions of which the student must answer three in essay style. Exam will be two hours in length. |
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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.
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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 |
Lecturer-Supervised Learning (Contact) |
Blended class and guided on line contact |
3 |
Every Week |
3.00 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
3.00 |
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources |
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ARMSTRONG,M.,2010 (Reprint 2011) Armstrong's Handbook of Reward Management Practice, 3rd Edition, Kogan Page, UK.. na.
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CORBY S., PALMER S., LOOP E., Ed.s, 2009 Rethinking Reward, Palgrave MacMillan, Basingstoke.
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PERKINS, S., WHITE, G., 2008 Employee Reward, Alternatives, Consequences and Context, CIPD. na.
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BEARDWELL J., CLAYDON T., 2007 Human Resource Management, Prentice Hall. na.
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GUNNIGLE P., HERATY N. MORLEY M., 2006 Human Resource Management in Ireland 3rd Edition, Gill & MacMillan. na.
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ARMSTRONG, M., BROWN, D., 2006 Strategic Reward Making it Happen , Kogan Page. na.
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KENNY P., 2004 Understanding Pensions, The Friendly Guide to Pensions 2nd Edition, Dept. of Social and Family Affairs. na.
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This module does not have any other resources |
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