HRM502 Human Resource Management (8)

This subject is an introduction to human resource management in organisations with a focus on developing solutions that are practical and effective in meeting business goals. Studying this subject will provide you with the skills to make a difference to the performance of organisations. In addition, you will develop skills in critical thinking, communication, research and collaboration.

Availability

Session 1 (30)
On Campus
CSU Study Centre Melbourne
CSU Study Centre Sydney
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus
Session 2 (60)
Online
Wagga Wagga Campus
Session 3 (90)
On Campus
CSU Study Centre Sydney

Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: HRM502. 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.
Not available to students who have completed HRM571 or HRM515.

Subject Relationships

HRM515 There is a significant overlap in content.
HRM571 There is a significant overlap in content.

Incompatible Subjects

HRM515, HRM571

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
  • be able to critically evaluate and propose plausible HR recommendations to solve business problems;
  • be able to provide sustainable, theoretically-sound and well-informed inclusive HR recommendations to achieve organisational objectives;
  • be able to employ contemporary digital platforms to develop, communicate and review HR recommendations;
  • be able to explore methods that foster teamwork and collaboration in the organisational context; and
  • be able to use research skills in the formulation of business-relevant HR recommendations and solutions.

Syllabus

This subject will cover the following topics:
  • HRM making a difference
  • HR planning
  • Work design
  • Diversity, recruitment & selection
  • Performance management & reward
  • Employee development in the workplace
  • Workplace health and safety

Indicative Assessment

The following table summarises the assessment tasks for the online offering of HRM502 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
Critical evaluation of hr concepts
30
2
Hr business report
30
3
Hr case analysis
40

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

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