HRM514 Cross Cultural and International HRM (8)

This subject explores how multi-national organisations manage HR functions across multiple locations while sustaining the culture of a dynamic global workforce. The role of HR within multinational organisations, such as managing human resources in cross-border network structures; global legal regulations; identification, preparation and relocation of talent; career management; turnover and employer branding will be examined. A key component of this subject is in developing cross-cultural awareness, competence and potential for convergence.

Availability

Session 2 (60)
On Campus
CSU Study Centre Melbourne
CSU Study Centre Sydney
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus
Term 1 (15)
On Campus
Economic and Finance Institute

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: HRM514. Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.

Subject Information

Grading System

HD/FL

Duration

One session

School

School of Business

Enrolment Restrictions

Postgraduate students only

Assumed Knowledge

Assumed knowledge for this subject is similar to that covered in HRM502.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to critically analyse international business activity in the context of current and emerging international HRM theory;
  • be able to examine the impact of cross-cultural diversity on the international business operations and international human resource management practice;
  • be able to critically evaluate global human resource management practices to determine effective HR strategies for multinational organisations; and
  • be able to research emerging issues in international business and make responsive, culturally relevant human resource management recommendations.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • The Internationalisation of HRM
  • The Strategic Context of International HRM
  • The Importance of Cross-Cultural Management
  • Identifying and Selecting International Staff
  • Preparing for International Assignments
  • Adjustments During International Assignments
  • Developing International & Cross Cultural Staff
  • Performance Management of International & Cross Cultural Staff
  • Rewarding International & Cross Cultural Staff
  • Repatriation and Career Management for International Managers
  • Comparative International HRM
  • Contemporary and Emerging Issues in International HRM

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of HRM514 in Session 2 2021. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated and can also differ to suit the mode of study (online or on campus).

Item Number
Title
Value %
1
Internationalisation of hrm
30
2
Ihrm and international expansion
30
3
Ihrm case analysis
40

The information contained in the CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: June 2022. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.

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