Introduction to Human Resource Management

Course aim

To provide a detailed introduction to the activities and techniques of operational Human Resource Management to people intending to be (or currently) employed in Human Resource Management practice.

Course content

Detailed introduction to the main areas and techniques of operational human resource management practice: human resource planning, job analysis and design, recruitment, selection, remuneration, performance management, human resource information systems, etc. Context in which particular techniques can be used. Different aspects of HR professional practice: differences in scope, role and activities of operational, strategic and international HR practitioners. Relationship with other areas of people management: industrial relations, human resource development, occupational health and safety. Legislative, social, labour market contexts in which HR decision making occurs.

Textbook(s)

Kramar et al. 2011, Human Resource Management, 4th ed, McGraw Hill

Prerequisite(s)

Nil

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Essay, HRM simulation, Problem based report

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 3)
To determine the fee for this course as part of a Commonwealth Supported program, go to:
How to determine your Commonwealth Supported course fee. (Opens new window)

Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
International students and students undertaking this course as part of a postgraduate fee paying program must refer to the relevant program home page to determine the cost for undertaking this course.

Non-award enrolment
Non-award tuition fees are set by the university. To determine the cost of this course, go to:
How to determine the relevant non award tuition fee. (Opens new window)

Not all courses are available on all of the above bases, and students must check to ensure that they are permitted to enrol in a particular course.

* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.