HRM - Human Resources Management

Through readings, case analysis, research, and classroom activities, students will learn the skills and theories involved in the human resource management of a business. Topics include selecting, training, appraising, and compensation of the workforce. The laws and rules that govern human resource functions and procedures, including labor laws, governmental regulations, and societal implications will be included in the course.

This course takes a holistic approach to employee recruitment and retention.   Students will be given an opportunity to explore workforce communities and demographics to develop strategies that maximize skills and abilities of a diverse workforce.  The relationship between diversity and inclusion and a more productive and innovative organization will be studied. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to identify the dimensions of a diverse workplace and the challenges and benefits of an inclusive work culture.

This course focuses on the importance of leveraging compensation and benefits to attract and retain talent.  The course will address strategic decisions managers must make when developing pay structures, incentives, and benefit plans.  Students will study the relationship between incentives and performance as well as an effective performance review process.  Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to serve effectively on an organization’s and benefits compensation team.