Overview
This unit introduces you to the concepts, functions, practices and contemporary issues of Human Resources Management (HRM), and its importance in the effective and ethical management of people within organisations. Topics covered include: strategic HRM, Human Resources Planning; Recruitment and Selection; HRM and the Law; Performance Management; Human Resources Development; Employee Remuneration and Benefits; to name a few. This unit will enable you to apply your understanding of all aspects of the HRM function to problems confronting managers and organisations through practice exercises and case analysis.
Details
Pre-requisites or Co-requisites
There are no requisites for this unit.
Important note: Students enrolled in a subsequent unit who failed their pre-requisite unit, should drop the subsequent unit before the census date or within 10 working days of Fail grade notification. Students who do not drop the unit in this timeframe cannot later drop the unit without academic and financial liability. See details in the Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework).
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All on-campus students are expected to attend scheduled classes – in some units, these classes are identified as a mandatory (pass/fail) component and attendance is compulsory. International students, on a student visa, must maintain a full time study load and meet both attendance and academic progress requirements in each study period (satisfactory attendance for International students is defined as maintaining at least an 80% attendance record).
Recommended Student Time Commitment
Each 6-credit Undergraduate unit at CQUniversity requires an overall time commitment of an average of 12.5 hours of study per week, making a total of 150 hours for the unit.
Class Timetable
Assessment Overview
Assessment Grading
This is a graded unit: your overall grade will be calculated from the marks or grades for each assessment task, based on the relative weightings shown in the table above. You must obtain an overall mark for the unit of at least 50%, or an overall grade of ‘pass’ in order to pass the unit. If any ‘pass/fail’ tasks are shown in the table above they must also be completed successfully (‘pass’ grade). You must also meet any minimum mark requirements specified for a particular assessment task, as detailed in the ‘assessment task’ section (note that in some instances, the minimum mark for a task may be greater than 50%). Consult the University’s Grades and Results Policy for more details of interim results and final grades.
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- Grades and Results Policy
- Assessment Policy and Procedure (Higher Education Coursework)
- Review of Grade Procedure
- Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure – Domestic Students
- Monitoring Academic Progress (MAP) Policy and Procedure – International Students
- Student Refund and Credit Balance Policy and Procedure
- Student Feedback – Compliments and Complaints Policy and Procedure
- Information and Communications Technology Acceptable Use Policy and Procedure
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- Identify and evaluate a number of HRM functions such as human resource planning, recruitment and selection, and employee health and safety
- Explain how the primary functions of HRM relate to each other and to the broader organisational strategy
- Discuss the importance of the strategic role that HRM plays in 21st century organisations
- Analyse contemporary HRM issues including ethical, social, and sustainability issues using relevant HRM concepts and models.
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Learning Outcomes
| Assessment Tasks | Learning Outcomes | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| 1 - Written Assessment - 15% | ||||
| 2 - Written Assessment - 40% | ||||
| 3 - Written Assessment - 45% | ||||
Alignment of Graduate Attributes to Learning Outcomes
| Graduate Attributes | Learning Outcomes | |||
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| 1 - Communication | ||||
| 2 - Problem Solving | ||||
| 3 - Critical Thinking | ||||
| 4 - Information Literacy | ||||
| 5 - Team Work | ||||
| 6 - Information Technology Competence | ||||
| 7 - Cross Cultural Competence | ||||
| 8 - Ethical practice | ||||
| 9 - Social Innovation | ||||
| 10 - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures | ||||
Alignment of Assessment Tasks to Graduate Attributes
| Assessment Tasks | Graduate Attributes | |||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | |
| 1 - Written Assessment - 15% | ||||||||||
| 2 - Written Assessment - 40% | ||||||||||
| 3 - Written Assessment - 45% | ||||||||||
Textbooks
Human Resource Management, 9th Edition Print and Interactive E-Text
Edition: 9th edn (2018)
Authors: Raymond J Stone
Wiley
Milton Milton , Queensland , Australia
ISBN: 9780730363347
Binding: Paperback
Additional Textbook Information
The prescribed text is a 'hybrid'; you will have a print copy and access to the etext. You can purchase your copy from the CQUni Bookshop here: http://bookshop.cqu.edu.au (search on the Unit code)
Students also will have the option to purchase the etext on its own from the Wiley Direct website. The direct purchase link is here: http://www.wileydirect.com.au/buy/human-resource-management-9th-edition/
IT Resources
- CQUniversity Student Email
- Internet
- Unit Website (Moodle)
All submissions for this unit must use the referencing style: American Psychological Association 6th Edition (APA 6th edition)
For further information, see the Assessment Tasks.
m.franettovich@cqu.edu.au
Module/Topic
Strategic Human Resource Management (HRM) and Managing Change
Chapter
Chapter 1 and Chapter 15
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Human Resource Planning and Human Resource Information Systems
Chapter
Chapter 2 and Chapter 3
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Human Resource Management and the Law
Chapter
Chapter 4
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Job Analysis, Job Design, and Quality of Work Life
Chapter
Chapter 5
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Recruiting Human Resources and Employee Selection
Chapter
Chapter 6 and Chapter 7
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Personal Review
Module/Topic
Performance Management and Managing Diversity
Chapter
Chapter 8 and Chapter 18
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Employee Remuneration and Benefits
Chapter
Chapter 12 and Chapter 13
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Industrial Relations and Negotiation
Chapter
Chapter 14 and Chapter 16
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Human Resource Development
Chapter
Chapter 9
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Employee Health and Safety
Chapter
Chapter 17
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
International HRM
Chapter
Chapter 19 and Chapter 20
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Evaluating HRM
Chapter
Chapter 21
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
Module/Topic
Chapter
Events and Submissions/Topic
There is no final exam for this Unit.
1 Written Assessment
Purpose
This written assessment is designed to assist students to develop skills in research and analysis in relation to human resource issues and academic referencing.
This assessment task also provides the opportunity for students to enhance their critical thinking and written communication skills.
Task Details
Your task is to compile an Annotated Bibliography in preparation for the Assessment 2 Essay. Identify three (3) academic peer reviewed journal articles relevant to the Assessment 2 Essay topic. One (1) of these journal articles is prescribed and you must use it. You should search the academic literature to identify an additional two (2) academic peer reviewed journal articles published between 2012 and now. It is recommended that you undertake your research via the online ‘search’ of CQUniversity Library. These additional two (2) journal articles must not be those already provided on the Moodle site.
Provide a brief overview of the main ideas of each of the journal articles. For each journal article you are to write approximately 300 words in total across two paragraphs, which are approximately of equal length. The first paragraph should describe the article and its research, summarising the main ideas, stating the hypothesis (if any), purpose, research methodology (if applicable), and conclusion/results. The second paragraph should identify how you will use the content of the article in relation to your Essay. (These paragraphs must be written in third person.)
Use in text referencing (refer to the CQU APA Referencing Guide)) to support your discussion in each of the paragraphs using the respective journal articles you have identified. You only need to obtain three (3) journal articles for this assessment however you will need additional research for the Assessment 2 essay.
In addition, you are provide a personal reflection in relation to the overall task (approximately 100 words). In this paragraph you are to write a considered personal reflection on the assessment task overall identifying what you have learned by undertaking this task; any challenges; and what you would do differently next time. (The reflection must be written in first person and does not need to be referenced.)
Your Annotated Bibliography should be in the required format. Please refer to the 'Guide to the Annotated Bibliography' available on the Moodle site.
Please do not commence this Assessment without referring to the Assessment Information provided on the Moodle site.
Penalties for late submission are applied according to the Policy.
Week 5 Monday (8 Apr 2019) 11:45 pm AEST
All submissions must be uploaded through the assessment link on the Moodle site. Your submission must be uploaded in Word format as a .doc or .docx file. Do not upload a PDF file.
Marks and feedback usually will be returned approximately two (2) working weeks from submission for on-time submissions.
Assessment Item 1 - Marking Criteria for the Annotated Bibliography
Research (15%): Demonstrate research undertaken of the academic literature and identify three (3) academic peer reviewed journal articles in total; identify two (2) academic peer reviewed journal articles published between 2012 and now, in addition to the peer reviewed journal article provided to you, which are relevant to the Assessment 2 essay topic. (Note: if you do not identify an academic peer reviewed journal, you will not receive any marks in relation to that article across the criteria.)
Analysis (45%): Provide a brief overview of the main ideas of each of the journal articles. Clearly evidence how a number of HRM functions link to each other and the broader organisational strategy. For each journal article you are to write approximately 300 words in total across the two paragraphs, which are approximately of equal length. The first paragraph should describe the article and its research, summarising the main ideas, stating the hypothesis, purpose, research methodology (if applicable), and conclusion/results. The second paragraph should identify how you will use the identified article in Assessment 2. Journal articles that do not involve empirical studies also may be used. (These paragraphs must be written in third person.)
Referencing (15%): Reference the journal articles according to the exact detail of the CQU APA Referencing Guide, for the in text referencing and the reference list component. The referencing is appropriate and sufficient throughout the paragraphs.
Presentation and Communication (15%): Format as per the guidelines provided on the Moodle site; use clear and concise communication; structure sentences and paragraphs appropriately. Use appropriate language, grammar, spelling (Australian English), and punctuation. Other than the reflection component your analysis paragraphs must be written in third person.
Reflection (10%): Provide a reflection of the task (in approx. 100 words in total), identifying what you have learned by undertaking this task, any challenges, and what you would do differently next time. (The reflection must be written in first person and does not need to be referenced).
- Identify and evaluate a number of HRM functions such as human resource planning, recruitment and selection, and employee health and safety
- Explain how the primary functions of HRM relate to each other and to the broader organisational strategy
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Information Technology Competence
2 Written Assessment
Purpose
This written assessment is designed to assist students to develop skills in the analysis of human resource issues based on relevant human resource theories and models.
The secondary purpose of this assessment task is to give students the opportunity to enhance their analytical, critical thinking, and written communication skills, particularly in the areas of developing an argument and essay writing.
Description
You are required to research and write an ACADEMIC ESSAY. You should establish your argument and provide evidence from your research of academic and other appropriate sources to support your argument. You are expected to engage in extensive research within the academic literature (peer reviewed academic journal articles) relevant to the task and support your argument from scholarly sources. Other sources that make a significant contribution to the analysis may include industry and organisation specific examples.
Task Details
HR Planning is the process of systematically reviewing HR requirements to ensure that the required number of people, with the required knowledge, skills and ability, are available when needed. It is unrealistic to assume that every future vacancy can be filled from within an organisation. The competition for talent is often fierce. An organisation must tap into the external labour market to attract talent. The HR Manager needs to be alert to the trends.
- Identify and critically discuss three (3) key trends impacting the external supply of human resources available to an organisation in Australia.
- Critically discuss the HRM implications of these trends in relation to at least three (3) of the related HR functions, including HR planning and two (2) others, such as job design, recruitment, engagement, and retention.
Note: Your essay should incorporate examples from Australian organisations/industries to support your discussion.
Please do not commence this Assessment without referring to the Assessment Information provided on the Moodle site.
Penalties for late submission are applied according to the Policy.
Week 8 Monday (6 May 2019) 11:45 pm AEST
All submisssions must be uploaded through the assessment link on the Moodle site. Your submission must be uploaded in Word format as a .doc or .docx file. Do not upload a PDF file.
Marks and feedback usually will be returned approximately two (2) working weeks from submission for on-time submissions.
Assessment Item 2 - Marking Criteria for the Essay
Research (20%): The essay demonstrates extensive research and understanding of the topic. Students should have a minimum of six (6) scholarly references, which must include the prescribed textbook, plus five (5) relevant academic peer reviewed journals to be eligible for a pass on this criterion [10/20]. The research is used in an integrated manner throughout the essay to support the argument.
Analysis (35%): The essay demonstrates critical analysis of the topic and a clearly integrated and well‑developed argument throughout to address all parts of the assessment task. There is clear evidence of how a number of HRM functions link to each other and the broader organisational strategy. The strategic role of HR in 21st century organisations is articulated.
Application of literature/theory (15%): The essay demonstrates application of the relevant concepts, frameworks, and theories in relation to the topic. Specific examples from industry/organisations (Australia and elsewhere as relevant) have been incorporated to highlight application in the real-world setting.
Referencing (5%): The references list and the in-text referencing complies with the exact detail of the CQU APA Referencing Guide. The referencing is appropriate and sufficient throughout the essay.
Presentation (20%): The essay is appropriately structured (introduction, body, and conclusion) with no headings, has relevant information order and flow, paragraphs are used effectively, and includes a well-formulated introduction and conclusion.
Communication (5%): The essay uses clear and concise communication, appropriate language, grammar, spelling (Australian English), and punctuation.
- Identify and evaluate a number of HRM functions such as human resource planning, recruitment and selection, and employee health and safety
- Explain how the primary functions of HRM relate to each other and to the broader organisational strategy
- Discuss the importance of the strategic role that HRM plays in 21st century organisations
- Analyse contemporary HRM issues including ethical, social, and sustainability issues using relevant HRM concepts and models.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Team Work
- Information Technology Competence
- Cross Cultural Competence
- Ethical practice
3 Written Assessment
- provide a brief summary of the news story;
- identify the key HRM issues raised and discuss them in relation to the relevant concepts, frameworks, and theories from the Unit; and
- make recommendations for the future.
Review/Exam Week Monday (10 June 2019) 11:45 pm AEST
All submisssions must be uploaded through the assessment link on the Moodle site. Your submission must be uploaded in Word format as a .doc or .docx file. Do not upload a PDF file.
Assessments marks will be released after grade certification.
Assessment Item 3 - Marking Criteria for the Business Report
Research (25%): The report demonstrates extensive research and understanding of the topic. Students should have a minimum of seven (7) scholarly references, which must include the prescribed textbook, plus six (6) academic peer reviewed journals to be eligible for a pass on this criterion [12.5/25]. The research is used in an integrated manner to support argument.
Analysis (35%): The report demonstrates critical analysis, provides a clearly integrated and well-developed argument throughout, and provides appropriate recommendations. The strategic role of HR in 21st century organisations is articulated.
Application of literature/theory (15%): The report demonstrates application of the relevant concepts, frameworks, and theories related to the topic. Specific examples from industry/organisations (from Australia and elsewhere as relevant) have been incorporated to highlight application in the real-world setting.
Referencing (5%): The reference list and in-text referencing complies with the exact detail of the CQU APA Referencing Guide. The referencing is appropriate and sufficient throughout the report.
Presentation (15%): The report is appropriately structured, includes a well‑formulated introduction and conclusion, uses relevant topic headings in the body, specific recommendations are stated. References are included.
Communication (5%): The report uses clear and concise communication, appropriate language, grammar, spelling (Australian English), and punctuation.
- Discuss the importance of the strategic role that HRM plays in 21st century organisations
- Analyse contemporary HRM issues including ethical, social, and sustainability issues using relevant HRM concepts and models.
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Information Literacy
- Team Work
- Information Technology Competence
- Cross Cultural Competence
- Ethical practice
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What is a breach of academic integrity?
A breach of academic integrity includes but is not limited to plagiarism, self-plagiarism, collusion, cheating, contract cheating, and academic misconduct. The Student Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure defines what these terms mean and gives examples.
Why is academic integrity important?
A breach of academic integrity may result in one or more penalties, including suspension or even expulsion from the University. It can also have negative implications for student visas and future enrolment at CQUniversity or elsewhere. Students who engage in contract cheating also risk being blackmailed by contract cheating services.
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