Unit details
MMH701 - Human Resource Strategy
| Offered at: | (online) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| Offerings: | Trimester 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 |
| $1260 | $1260 | $2875 | $3589 |
* 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.
