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Unit Overview

Description

This unit focuses on strategic issues relating to the management of the human resource in contemporary organisations. Topics incorporate current issues and emerging trends which reflect the dynamic nature of this area of study including human resource management as a source of competitive advantage; performance management; career development; workforce engagement; compensation and rewards; and employee retention.

Credit
6 points
Offering
(see Timetable)
AvailabilityLocationMode
Semester 1UWA (Perth)Face to face
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) explain and apply contemporary evidence-based human resource management knowledge to real-world situations; (2) apply critical thinking and diagnostic skills to analyse case studies and realistic scenarios using human resource management theories and concepts; (3) develop strategic solutions to a range of human resource management challenges in the contemporary workplace that incorporate multiple stakeholder perspectives; (4) identify and describe key theoretical principles underpinning contemporary trends in the area of human resource management policy and practice; and (5) demonstrate an ability to work effectively in teams.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) class participation; (2) assignments; and (3) group strategic HRM plan. Further information is available in the unit outline.



Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Renata Casado
Unit rules
Prerequisites
HRMT5504 Introduction to Human Resource Management
Contact hours
lectures/seminars/workshops: up to 3 hours per week
  • The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
  • All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
  • Visit the Essential Textbooks website to see if any textbooks are required for this Unit. The website is updated regularly so content may change. Students are recommended to purchase Essential Textbooks, but a limited number of copies of all Essential Textbooks are held in the Library in print, and as an ebook where possible. Recommended readings for the unit can be accessed in Unit Readings directly through the Learning Management System (LMS).
  • Contact hours provide an indication of the type and extent of in-class activities this unit may contain. The total amount of student work (including contact hours, assessment time, and self-study) will approximate 150 hours per 6 credit points.