Module Descriptors
THE FUNDAMENTALS OF HRP
ORGB40323
Key Facts
School of Justice, Security and Sustainability
Level 4
45 credits
Contact
Leader: Louise Harrison
Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 220
Independent Study Hours: 230
Total Learning Hours: 450
Assessment
  • PORTFOLIO weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Texts
Armstrong, M. (2012) A Handbook of HRM Practice 12th edn Kogan Page London
ISBN-13-978-0-749-46550-6

Martin, M. and Whiting, F. (2010) Human Resource Practice 5th edn CIPD London
ISBN-13- 978-1-843-98253-1

Rathod, P. B. (2010) Personnel Administration Dynamics and Dimensions Global Media Jaipur
ISBN-13-978-8-189-01104-8
(available through ebrary)
Module Additional Assessment Details
Portfolio of evidence of no more than 4500 words (equivalent) which assesses all learning outcomes and is weighted at 100%.
Module Learning Strategies
Students will engage in a variety of theoretical and practical learning experiences which could include the following:

- Formal lectures
- Seminars
- Administration related exercises
- Group workshops
- Case study analysis
- Formative assessments
- Presentations
- Role plays
- Personal reflection
Module Indicative Content
This module introduces the essential requirements for personnel to become effective HR practitioners in a military environment.
Students will be introduced to topics such as:

- the fundamentals of administration
- the management of information and correspondence
- military pay systems
- workforce processing
- reflective learning
Module Resources
More detailed direction to contemporary literature can be found in the module handbook.

Useful sources include:

Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development
www.personneltoday.com