Module Details

Module Code: MGMT6051
Title: Introducing HRM for Business
Long Title: Introducing HRM for Business
NFQ Level: Fundamental
Valid From: Semester 1 - 2016/17 ( September 2016 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 3450 - Business & Management
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module introduces and describes core Human Resource Management (HRM) functions common across contemporary business organisations. It explores the concept of HRM integration in planning and performance, and examines trends currently impacting the HRM function.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Discuss the importance of Human Resource Management (HRM) planning for organisational functioning.
LO2 Explain recruitment and selection processes and alternatives.
LO3 Discuss the importance of components of Performance Management.
LO4 Explain how to identify training needs at different organisational levels.
LO5 Discuss current trends in the area of HRM.
Dependencies
Module Recommendations

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is strongly recommended before enrolment in this module. You may enrol in this module if you have not acquired the recommended learning but you will have considerable difficulty in passing (i.e. achieving the learning outcomes of) the module. While the prior learning is expressed as named MTU module(s) it also allows for learning (in another module or modules) which is equivalent to the learning specified in the named module(s).
Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements

This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed. You may not enrol on this module if you have not acquired the learning specified in this section.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
Human Resource Planning
Importance of integration between HR and Business Planning, HR Planning Cycle, Assessment of manpower requirements.
Recruitment and Selection
Pre-recruitment: Job Analysis, Job Description, Person Specification, Terms and Conditions. Recruitment techniques, selection techniques, errors and biases in recruitment and selection, outsourcing, use of technology.
Performance Management
Individual, team and organisational performance, performance appraisals, feedback, goal-setting.
Training and Development
Identifying training needs, planning, implementing and reviewing training and development initiatives.
Current and Future Trends
Current and future trends affecting the HRM function.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework100.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Short Answer Questions % of Total Mark 50
Timing Week 9 Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
MCQs and Short Answer Questions on course content.
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 50
Timing Sem End Learning Outcomes 5
Assessment Description
Group report on course content, and presentation of that report. Students may, for example, be asked to develop a report outlining the impact or potential impact of Current and Future Trends on the HR function.
No End of Module Formal Examination
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.

The University reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment

 

Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classic Lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent study Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
Workload: Part Time
Workload Type Contact Type Workload Description Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload Hours
Lecture Contact Classic Lecture Every Week 2.00 2
Independent & Directed Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Independent research and study Every Week 5.00 5
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 2.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Gunnigle, P., Heraty, N., Morely, M.. (2011), Human Resourse Management in Ireland, 4th Edition. Gill and MacMillan, Dublin, p.451, [ISBN: 9780717149797].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Armstrong, M. and Taylor, S.. (2014), Armstrong's Handbook of Human Resource Management Practice, 13 Edition. Kogan Page, UK, USA, India, [ISBN: 9780749469641].
  • Morely, M., Moore, S., Heraty, N., Linehan, M., MacCurtain, S.. (2004), Principles of Organisational Behaviour: An Irish Text, 2nd Edition. Gill and Macmillan, Dublin, [ISBN: 9780717136704].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BMNGT_7 Bachelor of Business in Management 2 Mandatory