BA_BA121: Introduction to Human Resources

About Course

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of human resource management.
Key topics include workforce planning, recruitment, selection, training, and employee development.
Students will examine the strategic role of HR within organizations and gain insights into how effective human resource practices support organizational performance, employee engagement, and long-term success.

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will have demonstrated the ability to:
1. Explain the key concepts and functions of human resource management.
2. Develop workforce planning strategies.
3. Design and implement effective recruitment and selection processes.
4. Understand and apply training and development techniques.
5. Analyze the strategic role of HR in achieving organizational goals.
6. Evaluate the impact of HR practices on employee performance and organizational success.

Course Content

Module 1

Topic 1: Introduction to Human Resource Management (HRM)
LO1: Explain the role and objectives of HRM in modern organizations

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LO2: Determine the strategic roles of HR Managers

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LO3: Differentiate HRM from conventional personnel management

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LO4: Examine the impact that HRM has on the performance of organizations

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Topic 2: Workforce Planning
LO1: Describe the steps that make up the Workforce Planning process

00:00
LO2: Predict labor supply and demand with HR tools

00:00
LO3: Evaluate the significance of succession planning

00:00
LO4: Utilize Workforce Planning techniques to address gaps in skill sets

00:00
Topic 3: Job Analysis and Design
LO1: Explain the fundamental components of a Job Analysis

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LO2: Make a distinction between a job specification and a job description

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LO3: Analyze job design strategies for motivation and efficiency

00:00
LO4: Demonstrate how job analysis supports HR functions

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Quiz 1
Topic 4: Recruitment
LO1: Identify the external and internal sources of recruitment

00:00
LO2: Assess recruiting procedures for organizational fit

00:00
LO3: Examine and contrast digital and conventional methods of recruitment

00:00
LO4: Develop ethical guidelines for recruitment processes

00:00
Topic 5: Selection
LO1: Outline the steps involved in the selection process

00:00
LO2: Distinguish between interviews and selection tests

00:00
LO3: Examine the selection procedures’ validity and dependability

00:00
LO4: Use the selection criteria to find the ideal candidate

00:00
Quiz 2
Topic 6: Onboarding and Orientation
LO1: Describe the purpose of orientation and onboarding programs

00:00
LO2: Create a well-organized new hiring orientation program

00:00
LO3: Examine how onboarding contributes to employee retention

00:00
LO4: Analyze limitations to efficient orienting practices

00:00
Topic 7: Training and Development
LO1: Understand the staff employees’ training needs

00:00
LO2: Comparison between activities for training and development

00:00
LO3: Analyze training strategies to improve skills

00:00
LO4: Evaluate how training impacts professional development

00:00
Topic 8: Midterm Test or Assignment
LO1: Exhibit an understanding of the HRM concepts you have studied

00:00
LO2: Analyze real-world case scenarios using HRM theory

00:00
LO3: Use critical thinking abilities to analyze HR-related challenges

00:00
LO4: Provide results in an organized and logical way

00:00
Topic 9: Compensation and Benefits Employee Relations
LO1: Describe the essential elements of a compensation plan

00:00
LO2: Examine the contribution of benefits to employee motivation

00:00
LO3: Evaluate the role that employee interactions play in HRM

00:00
LO4: Apply strategies in place that maintain a balance between wage equity and competitiveness

00:00
Topic 10: Final Exam Review
LO1: Review key concepts from the course

00:00
LO2: Analyze case studies discussed throughout the course.

00:00
LO3: Prepare for the final exam with practice questions and discussion

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Course Content

Module 1

Topic 1: Introduction to Human Resource Management (HRM)

LO1: Explain the role and objectives of HRM in modern organizations

LO2: Determine the strategic roles of HR Managers

LO3: Differentiate HRM from conventional personnel management

LO4: Examine the impact that HRM has on the performance of organizations

Topic 2: Workforce Planning

LO1: Describe the steps that make up the Workforce Planning process

LO2: Predict labor supply and demand with HR tools

LO3: Evaluate the significance of succession planning

LO4: Utilize Workforce Planning techniques to address gaps in skill sets

Topic 3: Job Analysis and Design

LO1: Explain the fundamental components of a Job Analysis

LO2: Make a distinction between a job specification and a job description

LO3: Analyze job design strategies for motivation and efficiency

LO4: Demonstrate how job analysis supports HR functions

Quiz 1

Topic 4: Recruitment

LO1: Identify the external and internal sources of recruitment

LO2: Assess recruiting procedures for organizational fit

LO3: Examine and contrast digital and conventional methods of recruitment

LO4: Develop ethical guidelines for recruitment processes

Topic 5: Selection

LO1: Outline the steps involved in the selection process

LO2: Distinguish between interviews and selection tests

LO3: Examine the selection procedures’ validity and dependability

LO4: Use the selection criteria to find the ideal candidate

Quiz 2

Topic 6: Onboarding and Orientation

LO1: Describe the purpose of orientation and onboarding programs

LO2: Create a well-organized new hiring orientation program

LO3: Examine how onboarding contributes to employee retention

LO4: Analyze limitations to efficient orienting practices

Topic 7: Training and Development

LO1: Understand the staff employees’ training needs

LO2: Comparison between activities for training and development

LO3: Analyze training strategies to improve skills

LO4: Evaluate how training impacts professional development

Topic 8: Midterm Test or Assignment

LO1: Exhibit an understanding of the HRM concepts you have studied

LO2: Analyze real-world case scenarios using HRM theory

LO3: Use critical thinking abilities to analyze HR-related challenges

LO4: Provide results in an organized and logical way

Topic 9: Compensation and Benefits Employee Relations

LO1: Describe the essential elements of a compensation plan

LO2: Examine the contribution of benefits to employee motivation

LO3: Evaluate the role that employee interactions play in HRM

LO4: Apply strategies in place that maintain a balance between wage equity and competitiveness

Topic 10: Final Exam Review

LO1: Review key concepts from the course

LO2: Analyze case studies discussed throughout the course.

LO3: Prepare for the final exam with practice questions and discussion

Final Exam

Final Exam

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