Module Details

Module Code: MGMT6010
Title: Introduction to HRM
Long Title: Introduction to HRM
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: 2 programme(s)
Module Description: This module provides the student with a foundation of the fundamental principles of Human Resource Management and introduces the learner to the strategic role of human resource strategy in achieving the goals of the modern organisation.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Describe the historical development of the Human Resource Function and the emergence of the HR Manager as a professional.
LO2 Explain the strategic nature of human resource management and HRM as a source of competitive advantage.
LO3 Discuss core HR activities (Employee resourcing, performance management, training and development and reward) and their contribution to organisational success.
LO4 Evaluate modern employment relationships.
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.
No incompatible modules listed
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.
No requirements listed
 
Indicative Content
The Historical Development of the Human Resource Function
Origins and evolution of the human resource function; Contrasting human resource management & personnel management; The emergence of the Personnel Manager as a professional.
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.
Core HR activities
Major functions of HR in organisations - attracting, developing & maintaining an effective workforce; Human Resource Planning; Recruitment & Selection; Performance Management; Training & Development; Reward Management.
Managing the Employment Relationship
Psychological contracts. Managing new forms of work arrangements; Managing Knowledge & Temporary workers; Outsourcing.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Written Report % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 6 Learning Outcomes 1,2
Assessment Description
Prepare a written report on a given topic.
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 Reading, Research and Private 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
Lecturer Supervised Learning (Non-contact) Non Contact Directed Learning, Research and Private 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. and Morely, M.. (2011), Human Resourse Management in Ireland, 4th. Gill and Macmillan, Ireland, [ISBN: 9780717149797].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Armstrong, A. and Taylor, S.. (2014), A Handbook of Human Resource Management Practice, 13th. Kogan Page, [ISBN: 9780749469641].
This module does not have any article/paper resources
Other Resources
  • Journal, Human Resource Management Journal.
  • Journal, British Journal of Management.
  • Journal, Journal of Industrial Relations.
  • Website, CIPD,
    http://www.cipd.co.uk
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_BHRMN_7 Bachelor of Arts in Human Resource Management 1 Mandatory
CR_BCPPR_6 Certificate in Human Resource Management and Development 1 Mandatory