BA 284 - Human Resources Management

1. 0Describe the changing and challenging role of the human resources functions.

2. Describe the changing involvement of federal, state, and local government in the management of human resources.  

3. Identify and explain the processes and activities involved in the employment function.

4. Clarify the components and steps involved in the analysis and design of a job.

5. Explain how professional development processes are developed, coordinated, and controlled through the human resources function to attract and retain talent.

6. Identify and describe the scope of compensation systems used in organizations.

7. Explain the role of benefits and services in the human resources function.

8. Describe the contemporary responsibilities of the organization in the safety and wellness of human resources.

9. Describe the evolving union-management relationship, the functions and processes of collective bargaining, and the impact of labor relations responsibility on the human resource management activity.

10. Evaluate the shifting role of the human resources function in light of the social and economic trends taking place in the global marketplace.

11. Understand the role of context, audience, and purpose when developing a communication. (CS6)

12. Consider the context, costs, benefits and consequences of potential solutions to problems or issues. (CT2)

13. Articulate the importance of and how to find opportunities to volunteer/serve in the community. (SR1)

14. Adapt to change by developing new ideas or finding improved ways of doing things. (PR1)

       A. The Challenge of Human Resources Management

       B. Strategy and Human Resources Planning

II.  Meeting Human Resources Requirements

       A. Equal Employment Opportunity and Human Resources Management

       B. Job Analysis and Job Design

III.  Developing Effectiveness in Human Resources

       A. Expanding the talent pool: recruitment and careers

       B. Employee selection

       C. Training and Development

       D. Appraising and improving performance

IV.  Implementing Compensation and Security

       A. Managing compensation

       B. Pay-for-performance: Incentive rewards

       C. Employee Benefits

       D. Safety and Health

V.  Enhancing Employee-Management Relations

       A. Employee rights and discipline

       B. The dynamics of labor relation

VI.  Expanding Human Resources Management Horizons

       A. International Human Resources Management

       B. Creating High-Performance Work Systems

Facilitated Class Discussion: 10-50%

Student Presentations and Q & A: 0-30%

Group Work: 0-30%
Mandatory Course Components:
None
Equivalent Courses:
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