Course outline. Code: HRM210 Title: Managing Human Resources

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1 Faculty of: Arts and Business School of Business Teaching Session: Semester 1 Year: 2015 Course Coordinator: Dr John Whiteoak Office: K1.05 Telephone: (07) whiteoak@usc.edu.au Consultation Times: As advised on Blackboard Course outline Code: HRM210 Title: Managing Human Resources 1. What is this course about? 1.1 Course description Increasingly, the effective management of human resources is recognised as a key component of organisational effectiveness, sustainable competitive advantage and the quality of work life. This course, therefore aims to introduce major functions of human resource management in the contemporary workplace. Professional knowledge, analytical and operational competencies are developed. This course commences with an overview of the development of Human Resource Management and a survey of current and emerging issues in the contemporary business environment in order to establish the external and internal context of the management of human resources. Models for analysing and guiding informed Human Resource Management practice are introduced. Major functional domains including human resource planning, job design and evaluation, remuneration, staffing, training and development, performance management, and occupational health and safety are examined. The integration of these functions with each other and with organisational strategy is emphasised throughout. 1.2 Course content Course introduction and strategic HRM Understanding the individual at work Human resource planning Job analysis, job design, and quality of work life Recruitment and selection Managing employee performance Mid-exam in lecture theatre Human resource development Rewarding human resources Employee health and safety Managing diversity Assessing HRM effectiveness

2 Page 2 2. Unit value 12 units 3. How does this course contribute to my learning? Specific Learning Outcomes Assessment Tasks Graduate Qualities On successful completion of this course you should be able to: Apply creative and strategic thinking to the identification and development of new business opportunities or change within existing organisations Work effectively with teams from diverse backgrounds and display effective leadership behaviours To apply specific knowledge and skills of managing people in the discipline of human resource management to support the performance of diverse areas of business operations Identify corporate social responsibilities and issues of sustainability including strategies for addressing these You will be assessed on the learning outcome in task/s: Completing these tasks successfully will contribute to you becoming: 2 Creative and critical thinkers. 1 Engaged. 1 and 3 Knowledgeable. 1 and 3 Sustainability-focussed. 4. Am I eligible to enrol in this course? Refer to the Coursework Programs and Awards - Academic Policy for definitions of pre-requisites, corequisites and anti-requisites 4.1 Enrolment restrictions 4.2 Pre-requisites 4.3 Co-requisites 4.4 Anti-requisites

3 Page Specific assumed prior knowledge and skills N/A 5. How am I going to be assessed? 5.1 Grading scale Standard High Distinction (HD), Distinction (DN), Credit (CR), Pass (PS), Fail (FL) 5.2 Assessment tasks Task Assessment No. Tasks Individual or Group Weighting % What is the duration / length? When should I submit? 1 Mid-Semester test Individual 20% 60 minutes Thursday, Week 5 2 Project Group 40% 2000 words Week 12 Report/Case Friday, 5:00pm Study AEST 3 Final Exam Individual 40% 2 hours Central examination period 100% Where should I submit it? Online via Blackboard SafeAssign In exam venue Assessment Task 1: Mid-Semester test Goal: To assess knowledge of introductory HRM concepts Product: Mid semester multiple choice test 60 minutes Format: The mid-semester test is designed to test your content knowledge of the course material. The test includes specific multiple choice questions on the topics covered in Weeks 1 to 5. The test will be made available 24 hours before it is due and will be open book. Criteria on Blackboard Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Problem solving Introductory Assessment Task 2: Project Report/Case Study Goal: To assess the capacity to apply HRM concepts in a practical way Product: Project Report/Case Study 2000 words Format: This assignment can be completed as an individual or in a group (max four). You will be provided with a case study to analyse. You will be required to make recommendations to the case study organisation that relate to issues of managing human resources effectively. Further details of this assessment will be covered in the lectures and tutorials. Please note assignments should only be submitted online via SafeAssign Feedback will be provided electronically Criteria on Blackboard Generic skill assessed Skill assessment level Collaboration Introductory

4 Page 4 Assessment Task 3: Final Exam Goal: Product: Format: To assess comprehensive knowledge of HRM concepts Final exam - two hours The final examination is designed to test your' content knowledge of the course material. The final examination includes multiple choice questions relating specific topics covered in Weeks 5 to 12. Criteria on Blackboard Generic skill assessed Problem solving Skill assessment level Developing 5.3 Additional assessment requirements GRADING GUIDELINES FOR ASSIGNMENTS Percentage Letter Description Range Grade HD An outstanding performance with very strong evidence of: An insightful and comprehensive grasp of the subject matter; A clear ability to make sound and original evaluation of the material given; Outstanding capacity for original creative and/or logical thought An excellent ability to organise, to analyse, to synthesise, to integrate ideas, and to express thoughts D Very good performance with strong evidence of: A comprehensive grasp of the subject matter; An ability to make sound critical evaluation of the material given; A good capacity for original creative and/or logical thinking; A very good ability to organise, to analyse, to synthesise, to integrate ideas, and to express thoughts C Above average performance with evidence of: A substantial knowledge of the subject matter; Some capacity for original, relative, and/or logical thinking; An above average ability to organise, to analyse, and to examine in a critical and constructive manner P A generally satisfactory and intellectually adequate performance with evidence of: An acceptable basic grasp of the subject material of the subject material; A fair understanding of the relevant issues A moderate ability to organise, to analyse, and to examine in a critical and constructive manner Shows a basic competence to organise, to analyse, and to examine in a critical and constructive manner Less than 50 F An unacceptable performance showing no or very limited evidence of the points listed above.

5 Page 5 SafeAssign In order to minimise incidents of plagiarism and collusion, this course may require that some of its assessment tasks are submitted electronically via SafeAssign. This software allows for text comparisons to be made between your submitted assessment item and all other work that SafeAssign has access to. If required, details of how to submit via SafeAssign will be provided on the Blackboard site of the course. Eligibility for Supplementary Assessment Your eligibility for supplementary assessment in a course is dependent of the following conditions applying: a) The final mark is in the percentage range 47% to 49.4% b) The course is graded using the Standard Grading scale c) You have not failed an assessment task in the course due to academic misconduct 5.4 Submission penalties Late submission of assessment tasks will be penalised at the following maximum rate: 5% (of the assessment task s identified value) per day for the first two days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. 10% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the third day 20% (of the assessment task s identified value) for the fourth day and subsequent days up to and including seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. A result of zero is awarded for an assessment task submitted after seven days from the date identified as the due date for the assessment task. Weekdays and weekends are included in the calculation of days late. To request an extension you must contact your course coordinator to negotiate an outcome. 6. How is the course offered? 6.1 Directed study hours On campus Lecture: 2 hours per week On campus Tutorial: 1 hour per week 6.2 Teaching semester/session(s) offered Semester Course activities Teaching What key concepts/content will I Week / learn? Module What activities will I engage in to learn the concepts/content? Directed Study Independent Study Activities Activities 1 Course introduction and strategic HRM HRM outcomes and performance Chapter 1 and 2 2 Understanding the individual at work Additional Reading Provided 3 Understanding the individual at work As above (continued) 4 Human resource planning Chapter 4

6 Page 6 5 Friday, 3 rd April Good Friday Public Holiday Job analysis, job design and quality of work life 6 Managing and rewarding employee performance Mid Semester Break Chapter 5 Mid- Semester Test Chapter 8 and 10 7 Assignment Support 8 Human resource development Chapter 7 9 Recruitment and selection Chapter 6 10 Employee health and safety Chapter Conflict and negotiation processes Chapter 9 12 Assessing HRM effectiveness Chapters Course review and final exam overview Study Period Central Examination Period End of Semester Break Please note that the course activities may be subject to variation. 7. What resources do I need to undertake this course? 7.1 Prescribed text(s) Please note that you need to have regular access to the resource(s) listed below: Author Year Title Publisher Nankervis, A., Compton, R., Baird, M., Coffey, J Human Resource Management: Strategy and Practice (8 th ed.) South Melbourne, Vic: Cengage Learning. 7.2 Required and recommended readings Lists of required and recommended readings may be found for this course on its Blackboard site. These materials/readings will assist you in preparing for tutorials and assignments, and will provide further information regarding particular aspects of your course. 7.3 Specific requirements

7 Page Risk management There is minimal health and safety risk in this course. It is your responsibility to familiarise yourself with the Health and Safety policies and procedures applicable within campus areas. 8. How can I obtain help with my studies? In the first instance you should contact your tutor, then the Course Coordinator. Student Life and Learning provides additional assistance to all students through Peer Advisors and Academic Skills Advisors. You can drop in or book an appointment. To book: Tel: or StudentLifeandLearning@usc.edu.au 9. Links to relevant University policies and procedures For more information on Academic Learning & Teaching categories including: Assessment: Courses and Coursework Programs Review of Assessment and Final Grades Supplementary Assessment Administration of Central Examinations Deferred Examinations Student Academic Misconduct Students with a Disability Faculty specific information LOCATING JOURNAL ARTICLES If you have been notified that the journal articles in this course are available on e-reserve, use the on-line library catalogue to find them. For journal articles not on e-reserve, click on the "Journals and Newspapers" link on the Library Homepage. Enter the journal title e.g. History Australia, then search for the volume and issue or keyword as needed. ASSIGNMENT COVER SHEETS The Faculty of Arts and Business assignment cover sheet can be found on Blackboard or on the USC Portal at: Faculty of Arts and Business (Students) > Forms. It must be completed in full identifying student name, assignment topic, tutor and tutorial time. This must be attached securely to the front of each assessment item prior to submission. Claims of loss of assignments will not be considered unless supported by a receipt. HELP: If you are experiencing problems with your studies or academic work, consult your tutor in the first instance or the Course Coordinator as quickly as possible. DIFFICULTIES: If you are experiencing difficulties relating to teaching and assessment you should approach your tutor in the first instance. If not satisfied after that you should approach in order your Course Coordinator, Program Coordinator then Head of School. General enquiries and student support Faculty Student Centre Office Tel: Fax: FABinfo@usc.edu.au