MMH701 - Human Resource Strategy

Unit details

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Enrolment modes:

(online)

Credit point(s):1
EFTSL value: 0.125
Cohort rule:

(For Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma and Master of Human Resource Management students only)

Unit chair:

Y Fujimoto

Prerequisite:Nil
Corequisite:Nil
Incompatible with: MPM722, MPR722 or MPT722

Note:

Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications.

Content

This unit provides an introduction to the key concepts associated with human resources management and examines the contribution of human resources to organisational performance and competitive advantage. Topics include:  the development of theoretical basis for HRM - history and origins; theories and influences; stages in development; concepts and models; functions and roles of HR departments; skills for HR professionals; internal and external environmental influences on HR; HR and its links with business strategy; competitive challenges for HR; criticism of HRM; international HRM; and emerging trends in HRM.

Assessment

Written Assignment 1 (Analytical Essay) 3000 words 40%, Written Assignment 2 (Work Based Report) 4000 words 60%

Unit Fee Information

Student Contribution Rate*Student Contribution Rate**Fee rate - Domestic Students Fee rate - International students
$1224$1224$2777$3467

* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.