SYLLABUS FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

of 7 SYLLABUS FOR HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Term: Fall, 2014 Course Number and Name: MSM 525 - Human Resource Management Instructor: Joseph Ferrallo Preferred method of contact: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mon - Sat by phone, or text to (630) 947 3102 Method of contact in emergencies by e-mail: jferrallo@ccsj.edu Course Location: CCSJ Main Campus - Hammond Course Day and Time: Tuesday evenings, 6:00 p.m. 10:00 p.m., September 2, 2014 October 7, 2014 Instructor Background: University of St. Francis, Joliet, Illinois 2007 Master of Science in Training and Development (M.S.T.D.) 2006 Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) 1985 Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) I possess 28+ years of experience in senior leadership positions for three fortune 100 companies in a variety of customer care, sales, service, human resource, marketing, operations, training and development, and organizational development and efficiency roles. I currently serve as CEO, Strategic Operations Efficiency for a company in Tinley Park, Illinois. Course Description: This course examines the application of human resources management theories and practices with a special focus on leadership, facilitation, and team dynamics. Additionally, we will explore how human resource professionals can add value to an organization by becoming a strategic partner in improving resource utilization to help companies achieve their goals and objectives. Course Credit Hours: 3 Prerequisites: None Course Learning Outcomes/Competencies: Students in this course will be able to: 1. Define the changing role of human resource management in today s work environment. 2. Identify the key functions of human resource management. 3. Recognize the expanding role of human resource management in strategic planning. 4. Discuss the social, ethical and legal responsibilities of the human resources professional. 5. Reflect upon and engage in critical problem-solving and decision-making, applying key principles of human resource management resources in all course discussions, assignments and exercises.

of 7 Graduate Management Program Goals: The Graduate Management Program offers a M.S. in Management. The Graduate Management Program is designed to help students develop skills, knowledge, and values related to becoming competent managers and successful candidates to assume greater leadership and responsibility roles with 21 st century employers. Graduate Management Program Objectives: Upon completion of the program, it is expected that students will: 1. Demonstrate mastery of the theories, principles and practices of human resource management and develop the ability to use qualitative, quantitative and information technology tools for effective decision-making; 2. Engage the methods of inquiry, analysis and research of the liberal arts and sciences in relationship to the specific situations and problems of human resource management in order to become a reflective practitioner; 3. Develop a general understanding and appreciation of the role of business and human resource management in the local, national, and world economies; and 4. Demonstrate the capability to critically and reflectively engage ethical issues in management particularly questions of social responsibility and professional decision-making. Textbook: R. Wayne Mondy Human Resource Management, 13 th Ed. Pearson/Prentice-Hall, 2014 (Student Edition) ISBN 13: 978-0-13-304354-9 or ISBN 10: 0-13-304354-1 Learning Strategies: include power-point presentations, weekly lectures, case study problem-solving, individual research and writing, reflective and critical thinking skills to address problem solving. Written Assignment/Late Assignment Policies: 1. All assignments are due on the due date and times listed in the syllabus. Assignments received after the due date and time will not be awarded any points. 2. Assignments will not be accepted late without advance notification, discussion and approval from the instructor. Assignments submitted late without instructor prior approval will receive zero points. 3. Grades for accepted late work may be lowered at the instructor s discretion. An I grade will only be given with prior approval, otherwise a failing grade will be assigned. 4. Assignments turned in late with advance notice and acceptance by the instructor will be graded using the written assignments Grading Rubric (see below). 5. Every class is an English class. College level writing should be the norm. Please make sure you edit all assignments for punctuation, grammar, syntax and APA style before turning in. Students should turn in work for which they are proud. 6. You may not use Wikipedia or any Blog site as sources for any of your written assignments. The datum on these sites are neither verified nor checked for accuracy. If you are unsure about a source, please check with me first. I use this rule if you are unsure about a source: If the source is in doubt, then leave it out of your assignment.

of 7 General Class Policies: 1. Student should secure textbooks before class begins. As an accelerated course, it is incumbent that the student read ahead to keep on pace with course discussions, assignments and critical reflection exercises. 2. Reading assignments should be completed each week before the next learning module begins. 3. All students are expected to actively participate in online learning. Since this is an accelerated 7 week online graduate course, it is expected that students will sign-in 7 10 times per week. Written Assignments Grading Rubric Concept Poor Fair Good Excellent 1. Identification of concept 2. Conceptual understanding 3. Theoretical Concept Identification and Application 4. Focus of the writing Few concepts Major concepts Major theoretical concepts mentioned but not clearly applied to Discussion focused almost entirely on examples; little mention of theoretical concepts; or the reverse focus on concepts, not appropriate examples. A major lack of balance between the sections 5. Organization Ideas not clearly organized around major concepts 6. Clarity-- mechanical accuracy Little evidence of attention to presentation of ideas Some concepts Clear definitions provided for major concepts Theoretical concepts & some applied to appropriate examples connection between theory and application is not made clear Some mention of concepts, but main focus on appropriate examples; or reverse mention of but main focus on concepts. A lack of balance between the sections Some ideas are organized, but most are not Some evidence of attention to presentation of ideas Several concepts Major concepts defined & appropriate examples Most theoretical concepts and applied to some connection made between theory and application Uneven balance between focus on and concepts, but there is discussion of both areas. Most ideas organized around key concepts, but some confusion remains Evidence of attention to presentation of ideas is inconsistent Most major concepts Application of major concepts to with full explanations Theoretical concepts are clearly and application is clear and welldeveloped throughout the paper Discussion clearly focused on concepts and application examples used as appropriate illustrations. Ideas are clearly organized around major organizational communication concepts Language effectively used to enhance meaning--attention to style

of 7 Concept Poor Fair Good Excellent 7. Clarity--style Numerous grammatical errors 8. Uses Course Vocabulary Does not use course vocabulary or uses the vocabulary incorrectly Some grammatical errors Uses course vocabulary only occasionally Few grammatical errors Regular and correct use of course vocabulary Assessment: Class participation - Discussions (7 x 25 = 175 points/700) 25% of grade Written Assignments (5 x 50 = 250 points/700) 35% of grade Quizzes (5 x 20 points= 100/700) 15% of grade Final Paper and Power Point Presentation (1 x 175 points = 175/700 points 25% of grade Grading Scale: A = 700-630 points D = 489-420 B = 629-560 points F = < 419 C = 559-490 points Course Assessments: Class Discussions Almost no grammatical errors Frequent and correct use of course vocabulary Students are expected to actively participate in the in-class discussions each week. Points will be awarded (25 points each week) will be based on class contributions to learning and thoughtful responses to comments and input made by other students. Not participating in the class discussions is equivalent to not physically coming to class. Points will not be awarded if the student makes no meaningful contribution to the class. Graded Assignments Students are expected to complete all written assignments assigned for that week. Graded assignments will be judged on the content, writing ability, proper use of APA, proper citation of source materials and effective argument creation within each assignment. Please refer to the Written Assignments Grading Rubric listed above for more detailed explanations. All graded assignments will include clear instructions on how students shall complete the work. Graded assignments are due at the beginning of each class at 6 p.m. on the date in which they are due. Students must turn in a hardcopy of the assignment. Quizzes Students are expected to complete online weekly assigned quizzes no later than Tuesday of each week by 9:00 a.m. Central Time (CT). Clear instructions on how to complete each quiz are given each week prior to beginning the quiz.

of 7 Course Schedule: Module Class Date Topics/Assignments 1 Tuesday ( ) Indicates Assignment Points Value Welcome/Student Introductions Meet Your Instructor Read Chapters 1 (Strategic HRM), 2 (Business. Ethics), 3 (Workforce Diversity) and 4 (Job Analysis) Date/Time Due (9 a.m. CT) 2 Tuesday 3 Tuesday 4 Tuesday 5 Tuesday Read Chapters 5 (Recruitment) and 6 (Selection) Assignment 1 - HRM Incident 5-1, A Problem Ad? due by 9 a.m. CT (50) Online Quiz 1 due by 9 a.m. CT (20) Read Chapters 7 (Training & Development) and 8 (Performance Management and Appraisal) Online Quiz 2 due by 9 a.m. CT (20) Assignment 2 - HRM Incident 7-1, Training at Keller Globe due by 9 a.m. CT (50) Read Chapters 9 (Direct Financial Compensation) and 10 (Indirect Financial Compensation (Benefits)) Online Quiz 3 due by 9 a.m. CT (20) Assignment 3 - HRM Incident 9-2 The Controversial Job due by 9 a.m. CT (50) Read Chapters11 (Safe Work Environment) and 12 (Labor Unions and Collective Bargaining) Online Quiz 4 due by 9 a.m. CT (20) Assignment 4 - HRM Incident 11-2 A Commitment to Safety due by 9 a.m. CT (50) Attendance and Discussion (25)

of 7 6 Tuesday 7 Tuesday Student Success Center: Read Chapters13 (Internal Employee Relations) and 14 (Global Human Resource Management) Online Quiz 5 due by 9 a.m. CT (20) Assignment 5 Behavioral Problem? due by 9 a.m. CT (50) Attendance and Discussion (25) FINAL Paper (150) and Presentations (25) submitted into Blackboard by 9 a.m. CT In class presentations (25) Course Wrap-up The Student Success Center is dedicated to supporting Calumet College of St. Joseph students. Students work with tutors to develop course competencies and study skills such as time management, test preparation, and note taking. In addition, students are provided with tutoring support to help pass courses, to improve grade point average, and to promote continuing education and career advancement. Tutors have a specific charge: to help students learn how to master specific subject matter and to develop effective learning skills. Tutoring is open to all students at Calumet College of St. Joseph at no charge and is available to support most introductory courses. Tutoring in support of some other courses is available as well. The Student Success Center is located in the 1 st Floor of the Library. The Student Success Center telephone number is (219) 473-4287 or (800) 700-9100 ext. 287. Syllabus Modification: The instructor reserves the right to modify, change or update the above schedule and work load to meet the needs of class. Statement of Plagiarism: All papers are subject to electronic verification using Turnitin.com. If an instructor or other Calumet College of St. Joseph personnel find that a student has plagiarized or been involved in another form of academic dishonesty, the instructor or other personnel may elect to bring the matter up for judicial review. The maximum penalty for any form of academic dishonesty is dismissal from the College. The procedures for judicial review are listed under the section of CCSJ handbook that addresses student grievances. Citation Guidelines: All papers for this class should be completed using APA guidelines. APA manuals, 6 th edition can be referenced in the CCSJ Library or it is recommended that students purchase a personal copy for future reference. Withdrawal from Classes Policy: After the last day for class changes has passed (see College calendar), students may withdraw from a course in which they are registered with permission from the faculty member conducting the course. A written request detailing the reason(s) for the withdrawal must be filed with the Registrar. Written request for withdrawal must be received by the Registrar by the last day of classes prior to the final examination dates specified in the catalogue.

of 7 Written requests may be mailed to the Registrar or faxed to the College fax number 219-473-4259. Students are to make note of the refund schedule when withdrawing from courses. The request is forwarded to the faculty member, who makes the final determination to accept or deny the request. If the request is honored, the student will receive notification of official withdrawal; if denied, the notification will indicate why the withdrawal is disallowed. An official withdrawal is recorded as a W grade on the student s transcript. Dropping a course without written permission automatically incurs an F grade for the course (see Refund Schedule). Note: Degree Completion Division (DCD) students should consult the DCD Student Handbook for information on DCD withdrawals. Student Support Services Among its other services, the Student Support Services Office guides, counsels and assists students with disabilities. If a student believes that he or she needs a reasonable accommodation of some kind because of a physical, psychological, or mental condition (e.g., additional time needed for tests, note taking assistance, special testing arrangements, etc.) he or she should contact the Student Support Services Office at (219) 473-4388. Staff there will secure documentation pertinent to the disability and work with faculty and staff, if necessary, to address the matter. CCSJ Alert: Calumet College of St. Joseph utilizes and emergency communications system that transmits messages via text, email, and voice platforms. In the event of an emergency, of weather related closings, or of other incidents, those students who are registered for the system shall receive incident specific message(s) notifying them of the situation. Please sign up for this important service at any time on the College s website. Alternatively, you can register at the time you register for classes. This service requires each user to register once per academic year. Therefore, at the beginning of each academic year, please remember to re-register for the system. This can be done at: http://www.ccsj.edu/alerts/index.html. School Closing Information: Internet: http://www.ccsj.edu http://www.emergencyclosings.com Facility: Calumet College of St. Joseph Phone: 219.473.4770 Radio: WAKE 1500 AM WGN 720 AM WIJE 105.5 FM WLS 890 AM WZVN 107.1 FM WBBM NEWS RADIO 78 Chicago area TV Channels: 2, 5, 7, 9, 32 Course Attendance Policy: 1. All students are expected to attend all 7 class sessions. 2. Students who miss a course are expected to let the instructor know via text or voicemail in advance. If a class is missed the student will not receive attendance or participation points for the class that is missed. 3. Students who miss class must submit all assignments due before the start of class to jferrallo@ccsj.edu 4. Students who miss more than 1 class session will have their grade reduced by one letter grade for each session missed.