Module Code: H7HTPP
Long Title HR Professional Practice
Title HR Professional Practice
Module Level: LEVEL 7
EQF Level: 6
EHEA Level: First Cycle
Credits: 5
Module Coordinator: COLETTE DARCY
Module Author: Isabela Da Silva
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 Reflect on the ethical challenges facing International HR
LO2 Debate how HR can build diverse, inclusive organisations
LO3 Analyse your verbal communication style and consider how to influence others
LO4 Recognise what it means to be a people professional and devise a plan for your own continuing professional development
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

As per programme requirements (outlined in 4.2.2 Minimum requirements for general learning)    
 

Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Ethics
Ethical concepts and theories Business case for ethical behaviour Ethical conflicts HR Ethical dilemmas Encouraging ethical behaviour in international organisations
Diversity & Inclusion
Differences between equality and diversity Forms of diversity Business case for diverse, inclusive organisations Role of HR in building a diverse, inclusive organisational culture
Communications & Influencing
Verbal communication skills Influencing skills Value of collaborative working relationships
Continuing Professional Development & Development Plan
Continuing professional development CIPD Profession map Devising development plan for your own career
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Full Time

Coursework
Assessment Type: Written Project % of total: 100
Assessment Date: n/a Outcome addressed: 1,2,3,4
Non-Marked: No
Assessment Description:
A written project covering all learning outcomes submitted on module completion. Learners will be expected to show evidence of outside reading and marks will be awarded for depth of reflection and comprehensiveness of plan for future development. The assignment brief will be issued to learners at the start of the module.
No End of Module Assessment
No Workplace Assessment
Reassessment Requirement
Coursework Only
This module is reassessed solely on the basis of re-submitted coursework. There is no repeat written examination.
Reassessment Description
Repeat Assessment is re-submission of written project. One re-submission attempt allowed.

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 Classroom and demonstrations 24 Per Semester 2.00
Directed Learning Directed e-learning 4 Per Semester 0.33
Independent Learning Independent learning 97 Per Semester 8.08
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.33
 

Module Resources

Recommended Book Resources
  • Taylor, S. and Perkins, G. 2021, Work and Employment in a Changing Business Environment. CIPD Kogan Page.
  • Frost, S. and Kalman, D.. 2016,Inclusive talent management: how business can thrive in an age of diversity. London: Kogan Page..
  • Friedman, A. L. 2012,Continuing professional development. Routledge, Abingdon, UK.
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Moon, J. A.. 2015, Reflection in learning & professional development: Theory & practice. Kogan Page.
  • Dowson, P. & Robinson, S.. 2012, Business Ethics in Practice, 1st. CIPD, London.
  • Horn, R.. 2009,The business skills handbook. London: CIPD Kogan Page..
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • [Website], https://peopleprofession.cipd.org/learni ng.
  • [Website], Human Resources Available.
  • [Website], People Management Available.
  • [Website], Personnel Today Available.
  • [Website], www.cipd.co.uk.
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