Course Description

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of Human Resource Management (HRM), focusing on the strategic role HR plays in organizational success. Students will explore key HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, compensation and benefits, labor relations, and employment law. Through an interdisciplinary approach, the course integrates contemporary HR theories, data-driven decision-making, and ethical considerations, preparing students for HRM roles in diverse organizational settings.

Students will develop the ability to apply HR strategies to enhance workforce productivity, foster inclusive workplace cultures, and align human capital with organizational goals. By engaging with case studies, role-playing exercises, and real-world HR scenarios, students will cultivate the analytical and decision-making skills necessary for effective HR leadership. The course also explores how HRM can drive innovation, improve employee well-being, and contribute to long-term business sustainability.

Aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), this course emphasizes the critical role of HRM in promoting decent work and economic growth (SDG 8), reducing inequalities (SDG 10), and ensuring gender equality (SDG 5) within workplaces. Through the PRME i5 Strategy, students will engage in immersive, interactive, and impact-driven learning experiences that reinforce ethical HR practices and responsible corporate leadership.

By the end of this course, students will be equipped with the knowledge and tools to build resilient, diverse, and socially responsible organizations while balancing business objectives with ethical and sustainable human resource strategies.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Understand the Strategic Role of HRM
   1. Explain the fundamental principles of human resource management and its impact on organizational success, sustainability, and competitive advantage.
      
2. Analyze Workforce Planning and Talent Acquisition
   1. Develop strategies for workforce planning, recruitment, and selection that align with organizational goals and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (SDG 5 & SDG 10).
      
3. Implement Effective Employee Development and Performance Management
   1. Design employee training, development, and performance management systems that foster professional growth, enhance productivity, and support career advancement (SDG 8).
      
4. Evaluate Compensation, Benefits, and Employee Well-being
   1. Assess compensation structures, benefits packages, and wellness programs that enhance employee engagement and contribute to job satisfaction and retention (SDG 3 & SDG 8).
5. Apply Employment Law and Ethical HR Practices
   1. Demonstrate knowledge of employment laws, labor relations, and ethical decision-making to ensure compliance, fair treatment, and workplace justice (SDG 16).
      
6. Foster Inclusive and Equitable Work Environments
   1. Promote HR policies and practices that reduce workplace inequalities, prevent discrimination, and support diversity initiatives (SDG 5 & SDG 10).
      
7. Integrate HRM with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability
   1. Analyze the role of HR in driving sustainability initiatives, ethical leadership, and corporate social responsibility (SDG 12).
      
8. Utilize Data-Driven HR Decision-Making
   1. Analyze the role of HR in driving sustainability initiatives, ethical leadership, and corporate social responsibility (SDG 12).
      
9. Enhance Employee Relations and Organizational Culture
   1. Develop conflict resolution, communication, and leadership strategies to build a positive organizational culture and strengthen employee engagement.