Module Descriptors
THE HUMAN CAPITAL DIMENSION
HRMG70024
Key Facts
School of Justice, Security and Sustainability
Level 7
15 credits
Contact
Leader: Andrew Hanks
Email: Andrew.Hanks@staffs.ac.uk
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 36
Independent Study Hours: 114
Total Learning Hours: 150
Assessment
- ASSIGNMENT weighted at 70%
- ASSIGNMENT - SECOND ASSIGNMENT weighted at 30%
Module Details
Module Indicative Content
This module combines the behavioural aspects of Human Capital Management with the essentials of leadership in practice, including effective people management processes and techniques. Students will develop and reflect on a range of management and interpersonal skills. Topics that may be developed include the behavioural dimension of people management, the HRM function, the linkage between HRM strategies and business strategy, people resourcing and development and performance and reward. It will also consider the forces shaping HRM at work, including the international landscape, ethics and sustainability.
Module Resources
Business Library
Internet
E.mail
Internet
E.mail
Module Texts
Farnham, D. (2010) 'Human Resource Management in Context'. 3rd Edition. London: CIPD.
Henderson, I. (2011) 'Human Resource Management for MBA Students'. 2nd Edition. London: CIPD
Mullins, L (2010) 'Management and Organisational Behaviour'. 9th Edition. Harlow: Pearson.
Watson, G. And Reissner, S. C. (2010) 'Developing Skills for Business Leadership'. London: CIPD.
Henderson, I. (2011) 'Human Resource Management for MBA Students'. 2nd Edition. London: CIPD
Mullins, L (2010) 'Management and Organisational Behaviour'. 9th Edition. Harlow: Pearson.
Watson, G. And Reissner, S. C. (2010) 'Developing Skills for Business Leadership'. London: CIPD.
Module Additional Assessment Details
1. A work-place or case study based assignment (if more appropriate).
Words should not exceed 2,500, excluding references and appendices. (LO 1-3)
(weighting 70%)
2. An assignment (reflection on skills development) - 1,000 word reflection on the contribution to the group experience and their personal experiences of the skills and attribute development element of the programme.
(LO 4). (30% weighting).
Words should not exceed 2,500, excluding references and appendices. (LO 1-3)
(weighting 70%)
2. An assignment (reflection on skills development) - 1,000 word reflection on the contribution to the group experience and their personal experiences of the skills and attribute development element of the programme.
(LO 4). (30% weighting).
Module Learning Strategies
The learning strategies require students to develop the course content and complete the assessment in 150 hours, of which 36 will be in class support and 114 independent and self-managed learning.
Tutor-directed learning strategies will involve the students in lectures, group discussions and activities involving data analysis and synthesis and case studies. The behavioural aspects of teamwork team leadership and communication skills will be developed through practical application.
The module also provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to use and apply a range of management skills and attributes, including communication and presentation skills, leadership and interpersonal skills in dynamic group situations. The development of these transferable skills is designed to enhance their employability and career progression.
Tutor-directed learning strategies will involve the students in lectures, group discussions and activities involving data analysis and synthesis and case studies. The behavioural aspects of teamwork team leadership and communication skills will be developed through practical application.
The module also provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to use and apply a range of management skills and attributes, including communication and presentation skills, leadership and interpersonal skills in dynamic group situations. The development of these transferable skills is designed to enhance their employability and career progression.