Issues in Human Resource Management

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Abstract

A number of factors can create issues between organisations and their people, or between people within organisations. These factors can include changing generations, increasing global competition, emerging technologies and societal and regulatory changes. This subject examines individual and organisational issues, challenges and possible solutions within the practice of human resource … For more content click the Read More button below.

Syllabus

Attraction and Retention in the war for talentThe Role of Technology in enabling HRMManaging Diversity and EquityThe Scourge of Bullying and HarassmentWorkplace Health and SafetyThe search for work-life balanceEmployment Relations and CultureManaging PerformanceThe Necessity of Competitive AdvantageContemporary Realignment and RestructuringAustralian HR issues within a Global Context

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:

be able to identify, define and discuss contemporary issues in the field of human resource management;

be able to analyse and evaluate the implications of human resource issues for individuals and organisations; and

be able to develop and rationalise contextual solutions to selected human resource issues or challenges for specific organisational environments.

Assumed knowledge

It is assumed students will have completed HRM210