www.theworkfoundation.com
www.asac.org.uk
www.businesslink.gov.uk/employingpeople

The learning strategy for this module requires students to commit 150 learning hours (including assessment). This will include 10 hours of class support and 140 hours of independent and self directed study.

There will be an initial class session to introduce the key aspects of the module content, including a summary of the blended learning material, the type of formative feedback available both through Blackboard and the Module Tutor. The nature of the summative assessment will also be examined. There will be additional tutorial support available, for students to address queries regarding the module content and to clarify any issues arising from the coursework assignment.

Students are expected to regularly engage with the blended learning material on Blackboard. This will include reading the material, undertaking additional research and formative exercises to reinforce the learning. Students will have additional support from the Module Tutor via email and phone.

Dale, M. (2006) The Essential Guide to Recruitment: How to Conduct Great Interviews and Select the Best Employees Kogan Page Ltd
Torrington, D., Hall L. and Taylor, S. (2002) Human Resource Management,
FT, Prentice Hall

A work based assignment the contents of which will meet Learning Outcomes 1 to 4 (2000 words) (100%)

This module focuses on developing a manager's ability to make contributions to workforce planning and the recruitment and selection process:

- Job analysis and analysing the business need, including succession planning
- Job descriptions and person specifications
- Human resource planning techniques
- Use of outsourcing, subcontracting and agencies
- Range of advertising methods
- Selection processes, including range of assessment tools
- The legal framework and company recruitment policy and procedures
- Inducting and retaining staff