Human Resource Management

Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Lecture

Tutorial

Module Offerings

5535NCCG-JAN-PAR

5535NCCG-SEP-PAR

5535NCCG-SEP_NS-PAR

Aims

The modules considers the techniques used in human resource management to maximise employee contribution to gain competitive advantage. The importance of training and development will be covered to extend the skills based of an organisation. Students will develop an understanding of the importance of being a flexible organisation with a flexible work force. Job design and recruitment will be discussed as well as different reward systems.

Learning Outcomes

Discuss the purpose of Human Resource Management in resourcing an organisation to fulfil business objectives.

Evaluate the effectiveness of the key elements of Human Resource Management in an organisation.

Summarise internal and external factors affecting decision making of Human Resource Management.

Apply Human Resource management practices to a work related context.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Definitions of human resource management Functions of HRM Best fit v best practice Workforce planning Types of labour market, trends and PESTLE Internal labour market Analysis of turnover, stability and retention Legal and regulatory frameworks Sources of recruitment Job descriptions, person specifications and competency frameworks Selection and induction Learning development and planning methods Reward management; intrinsic and extrinsic, motivational theory The flexible organisation Performance and reward Building and maintaining employee relations Employment law and ethical responsibilities Recruitment and selection process Funding training Continual professional development in a healthcare setting

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