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INF514 Human Resource Management in Information Agencies (8)

Abstract

This subject presents the essential elements of human resource management in information agencies. It introduces students to leadership theory and the practical skills required of supervisors and managers. Students will gain an understanding of the strategies required to motivate, lead and encourage staff in order to maximise their contribution to the workplace and enhance their individual well-being.

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Session 1
DistanceSPACE, University of Hong Kong
DistanceWagga Wagga Campus
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: INF514
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject information

Duration Grading System School:
One sessionHD/FLSchool of Information Studies

Enrolment restrictions

Not available to students who have completed INF333
Incompatible subject(s)Related subject(s)
INF333 INF333 Double coded subject

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to describe how information agencies recruit, develop and maintain their human resources;
- be able to undertake effective human resource planning to meet future needs;
- be aware of the changing nature of employment in information agencies;
- have developed an understanding of the practical skills designed to enhance their ability to participate in the processes of staff development;
- be able to identify current staffing issues that affect positive organisational change;
- be able to debate issues related to good leadership; and
- be able to explain team-based work structures and related motivational strategies.

Syllabus

The subject will cover the following topics:
- Job analysis - Job design - Organising human resources - Conflict: negotiation, mediation - Management of change - Motivation and job satisfaction

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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.