ibu5hrm hrm in a global economy
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN A GLOBAL ECONOMY
IBU5HRM
2015
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
The aim of this subject is to provide a systematic framework within which to explore the complexities of managing people in a global business context. There will be four levels of examination of the subject; these are environmental, organizational, strategic and operational. Students will be exposed to both international and domestic human resource management dimensions and will focus on issues facing a range of organizations that operate in the international environment. On completion of this subject students should have a general understanding of the role of strategic international human resource management in the success of multinational enterprises.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorAlice Li
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects BUA4SHR
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions The Department of Management has an expectation of 80% attendance to lectures. The University reserves the right to offer this subject in other modes including seminars, lectures, and block mode or modes using electronic technologies. When offered in different modes, assessment schemes may also be varied.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | To be Announced | Prescribed | TBA | TBA |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Have a general understanding of the role of strategic international human resource management (IHRM) in the success of a global organization.
- Activities:
- Class lecture, Seminar discussion, Case studies, Class presentation, In-class test and Group case report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Have a working understanding of the environmental context that human resource management (HRM) operates within multinational enterprises.
- Activities:
- Class lecture, Seminar discussion, Case studies, Class presentation, In-class test and Group case report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Gain specific knowledge that assists them to critically evaluate the HRM literature from a global perspective.
- Activities:
- Class lecture, Seminar discussion, Case studies, Class presentation, In-class test and Group case report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
04. Develop useful managerial knowledge and skills for managing people in an international context and identify IHRM issues that might lend themselves to different methods of management.
- Activities:
- Class lecture, Seminar discussion, Case studies, Class presentation, In-class test and Group case report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAlice Li
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One1,500-word individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One group presentation and report | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1.5 hour in-class test | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
City Campus, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAlice Li
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One1,500-word individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One group presentation and report | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1.5 hour in-class test | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAlice Li
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One1,500-word individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One group presentation and report | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1.5 hour in-class test | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAlice Li
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One1,500-word individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One group presentation and report | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1.5 hour in-class test | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Vietnam, 2015, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAlice Li
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| One1,500-word individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One group presentation and report | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| One 1.5 hour in-class test | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |