Module Details

Module Code: MGMT7040
Title: Contemporary Issues in HRM
Long Title: Contemporary Issues in HRM
NFQ Level: Intermediate
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 provides the student with the opportunity to explore and evaluate contemporary Human Resource Management (HRM) issues, aiming to support them in the development of human resource strategy and to successfully contribute to the achievement of organisational goals.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe the emerging nature, role and contribution of Human Resource Management (HRM) to organisational performance and as a source of competitive advantage.
LO2 Assess the strategic value of core HR activities in contributing to organisational performance.
LO3 Describe individual and organisational strategies and approaches to coping with contemporary HR issues.
LO4 Advise on the management of new employee relationships and work environments.
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
These are modules which have learning outcomes that are too similar to the learning outcomes of this module. You may not earn additional credit for the same learning and therefore you may not enrol in this module if you have successfully completed any modules in the incompatible list.
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Co-requisite Modules
No Co-requisite modules listed
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.
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Indicative Content
The Evolution of the Human Resource Function
Origins and evolution of the human resource function; Contrasting human resource management & personnel management.
Strategy, Performance and Human Resource Management
The strategic context of human resource management; Corporate, business, and functional strategies; Best practice; Best fit. As a source of competitive advantage. Importance of core HR activities (Employee resourcing, performance management, training and development and reward) to Business Success.
Managing a Diverse Workforce
The nature of workforce diversity; The Business Case for Managing Diversity, Challenges associated with managing workforce diversity; Diversity Management versus Inclusion.
Managing the Employment Relationship
Personality and Stress. Psychological contracts. Managing new Relationships: Knowledge workers, Outsourcing, Temporary workers.
Contemporary Issues and Trends
HRM Shared Services, Employee Engagement and Employer Branding, Use of Technology in HRM.
HRM Post-Recession
The impact of the recession on the HRM function; the impact of the recession on HRM practices.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Project % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 7 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Application of theoretical principles. Students may, for example, be asked to apply theoretical principles to a case study concerning the link between HRM and organisational performance or culture, or be asked to apply theoretical principles to a discussion of an organisation they are familiar with.
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 60
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4
Assessment Description
End-of-Semester Final 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
Lecturer Supervised Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Directed and self-directed learning 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 Directed and self-directed learning 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
  • Armstrong, A. and Taylor, S.. (2014), Armstrong's Handbook of Human Resource Management Practice, 13th Edition. Kogan Page, UK, USA, India, [ISBN: 9780749469641].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Gunnigle, P., Heraty, N. and Morely, M.. (2011), Human Resourse Management in Ireland, 4th Edition. Gill and Macmillan, UK, [ISBN: 9780717149797].
  • Redman, T. and Wilkinson, A. (Eds). (2013), Contemporary Human Resource Management, 3rd Edition. Pearson, Boston, [ISBN: 9780273757825].
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 3 Mandatory