Human Resource Management

Course Description

This unit introduces the principles, practices, and contemporary challenges of Human Resource Management (HRM) in a global context. It explores how organisations attract, develop, motivate, and retain employees to achieve strategic objectives. The course examines HR functions such as recruitment, training, performance management, compensation, employee relations, and legal compliance, while also considering ethical and cultural dimensions that influence HRM practices worldwide. Designed for first-year undergraduate students, this self-study course provides both theoretical understanding and applied knowledge, preparing learners for further study and entry-level HR roles in diverse organisational settings.

List of Chapters

1. Introduction to Human Resource Management
2. Strategic Human Resource Management
3. Recruitment and Selection
4. Training and Development
5. Performance Management and Appraisal
6. Compensation and Rewards
7. Employee Relations and Engagement
8. Global Trends and Future Challenges in HRM

Learning Outcomes

• Explain the key functions, concepts, and frameworks that underpin Human Resource Management.
• Demonstrate understanding of how HRM supports strategic goals in global organisations.
• Evaluate HRM policies and practices in relation to cultural, ethical, and legal considerations.
• Develop problem-solving and analytical skills for addressing HR challenges in real-world contexts.
• Communicate HRM principles effectively through written and applied assessments.
• Reflect critically on the evolving role of HR professionals in the modern workplace.