Module Details

Module Code: MGMT7090
Title: People Management Practices
Long Title: People Management Practices
NFQ Level: Intermediate
Valid From: Semester 2 - 2020/21 ( January 2021 )
Duration: 1 Semester
Credits: 5
Field of Study: 3450 - Business & Management
Module Delivered in: 1 programme(s)
Module Description: This module examines the concepts and principles of Human Resource Management in dealing with the complexities of the 21st century workforce.
 
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to:
# Learning Outcome Description
LO1 Appraise strategies and techniques for recruiting and selecting the company workforce.
LO2 Analyse the training and development strategies used by companies to upskill and retain a skilled workforce and to manage their performance.
LO3 Compare and contrast the existing and emerging employment legislation and its impact on the HR function.
LO4 Recommend criteria for managing employee physical health and mental wellbeing through a comprehensive suite of policies, strategies and practices.
LO5 Discuss contemporary approaches to human resource management and the contribution of HR to effectively engaging your people.
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
Recruitment and Selection
Recruitment techniques, selection techniques, the use of technology, outsourcing, influence of employer branding.
Training, Development and Performance
Training needs analysis, planning, implementing and reviewing training and development practices, the use of technology and the assessment of employee performance. This module meets SDG 4 Quality Education: Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.
Employment Law
The effect of employment legislation on HR practices, existing legislation and new areas of relevance to HR.
Health, Safety and Employee Wellbeing
Physical safety, mental wellbeing, the legal context, policies, practices and current initiatives for employee protection and engagement, use of the psychological contract and it's impact on employee engagement and wellbeing. This module meets SDG 3 Good Health and Wellbeing: Ensure healthy lives and promote wellbeing for all at all ages.
Current and Emerging Trends in HR Practices
Current and emerging trends that have the potential to impact the management of people in the organisation. This module meets SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth: Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all.
Module Content & Assessment
Assessment Breakdown%
Coursework40.00%
End of Module Formal Examination60.00%

Assessments

Coursework
Assessment Type Presentation % of Total Mark 40
Timing Week 8 Learning Outcomes 1,3,5
Assessment Description
An individual presentation on a HR issue or topic
End of Module Formal Examination
Assessment Type Formal Exam % of Total Mark 60
Timing End-of-Semester Learning Outcomes 1,2,3,4,5
Assessment Description
End of Semester Formal Exam
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 Formal Lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Non Contact Independent Study and Reading 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 Formal Lecture Every Week 3.00 3
Independent Learning Non Contact Independent Study and Reading Every Week 4.00 4
Total Hours 7.00
Total Weekly Learner Workload 7.00
Total Weekly Contact Hours 3.00
 
Module Resources
Recommended Book Resources
  • Derek Torrington, Laura Hall, Stephen Taylor, Carol Atkinson. (2020), Human Resource Management, 11th. Pearson, [ISBN: 9781292261645].
  • Michael J.Morley, Patrick Gunnigle, Noreen Heraty. (2017), Human Resource Management in Ireland, 5th. [ISBN: 9781910393177].
Supplementary Book Resources
  • Richard Kidner (Editor). (2020), Blackstone's Statutes on Employment Law 2020-2021, 30th. Oxford University Press, [ISBN: 9780198860983].
Recommended Article/Paper Resources
  • Journal:. Journal of Strategic Human Resource Management.
  • Journal:. Human Resource Management Journal.
Other Resources
  • https://www.cipd.ie, Chartered Institute of Personnel Development.
 
Module Delivered in
Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CR_FHEBU_8 Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Home Economics and Business 3 Mandatory