Human Resource Management
Module profile
Programme
Module no./code, Module name
Module 8 / HRM, Human Resource Management
Duration
1 Semester
Frequency
nur Sommersemester
ECTS credits
6 Credits
Type of module
Pflichtmodul
Language(s) of instruction
Englisch
Language(s) of examination
Englisch
Study mode
- Vollzeit
Courses of the module
| Name | Course type | Credit hours | Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fundamentals of HRM | Seminaristischer Unterricht | 2 Credit hours | n/a |
| Employee Management | Seminaristischer Unterricht | 2 Credit hours | n/a |
Workload
Total workload
180 h
Attendance time
45 h
Self-study time
90 h
Exam preparation
45 h
Organisation and Exam
Module manager
Prof. Dr. Axel Bialek
Lecturer(s)
- Prof. Dr. Axel Bialek
Teaching and learning formats
Tuition in Seminares
Case Studies
Group Assignments
Applicability
The competences provided in this module are basis for the Major Human Resource Management
in BBW. In BIM it is connected with 13 Intercultural Management and Module 20 Organizational Structure.
Equivalent to TWIN Program BBW Module 8 Personal
Programme semester
2. Semester
Particular conditions for admission (to exam)
Multiple Choice: possible; Bonus: possible; Auxiliary material: dictionary, non-programmable pocket calculator
Condition for award of ECTS credits
- schriftliche Prüfung
Duration of exam
120 Minuten
Conditions for participation (in module)
Module General Business
Contents, Learning Outcomes & Literature
Module contents
This module examines the role of the human resource function as a strategic partner in managing today ́s organizations.
Fundamentals of HRM:
Students will gain knowledge about:
- cross-functional aspects of HRM (maintained on a permanent basis), such as HR strategy, rewarding, organizational effectiveness, labour relations, and leadership
- implications of legal and global environments, like diversity, code of conducts and others
- best practices in the field of HRM
- aspects of international HRM
Employee Management:
Students discover and discuss topics like:
- operational functions of HRM (directed to the employee-lifecycle), such as recruitment, selection, retention, development and separation
- Contemporary topics in dealing with employees, i.e. flexibility of work, team-work, stakeholder management
- Career management: interpersonal skills, coaching and feedback, application and negotiation management skills
Learning outcomes
Level: Reproduction
The students...
- recognisetheoretical and practical aspects of human resource management
- identify the challenges of human resources and describe employability skills
- choose effective written and oral communication skills
Level: Knowledge an Comprehension
The Students...
- examine strategies that will enable organizations to achieve both operational, as well as strategic goals related to the corporate human capital
- interpret the appropriate HRM concepts, methods, and procedures
Level: Problem Solving
The Students...
- practicecurrent issues, trends, practices, and processes in HRM
- implement methods of HRM in the organizational context and contribute to the employee performance management and organizational effectiveness of HRM
- develop skills and competences directed to employability
Literature and other material
Torrington, D. / Hall, L. / Taylor, St. / Atkinson, Carol.: Human Resource Management, current ed.
Stredwick, J.: An introduction to Human Resource Management, current ed.
Noe, R. / Hollenbeck, J.: Human Resource Management, current ed.
Carbery, R. / Cross, C.: Human Resource Management, current ed.
FHWS - Papers, Cases, Slides