ibu5hrm hrm in a global economy
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT IN A GLOBAL ECONOMY
IBU5HRM
2016
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
The aim of this subject is to provide a systematic framework within which to explore the complexities of managing people in a global business context. Students will explore both international and domestic human resource management dimensions, and focus on issues facing a range of organisations that operate in the international environment. On completion of this subject, you should have a general understanding of the role of strategic international human resource management in the success of multinational enterprises.
SchoolLa Trobe Business School
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorJillian Cavanagh
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
PrerequisitesN/A
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjects BUA4SHR
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditions The Department of Management has an expectation of 80% attendance to lectures. The University reserves the right to offer this subject in other modes including seminars, lectures, and block mode or modes using electronic technologies. When offered in different modes, assessment schemes may also be varied.
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | International Human Resource Management 4/E | Prescribed | Harzing, A-W. and Pinnington, A.H. (Eds) 2015 | Sage |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Analyse the role of strategic international human resources management (IHRM) in the success of a global organisation.
- Activities:
- Lecture, Seminar discussion, Case studies, Class presentation and group report, In-class test or Case Study Report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
02. Examine the environmental context that Human Resource Management (HRM) operates within multinational enterprises
- Activities:
- Lecture, Seminar discussion, Case studies, Class presentation and group report, In-class test or Case Study Report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
03. Compare and contrast similarities and differences in HRM policies and practices in the international sector
- Activities:
- Lecture, Seminar discussion, Case studies, Class presentation and group report, In-class test or Case Study Report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
04. Critically evaluate the HRM literature from a global perspective
- Activities:
- Lecture, Seminar discussion, Case studies, Class presentation and group report, In-class test or Case Study Report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
05. Propose recommendations for managing people in an international context and identify IHRM issues that might lend themselves to different methods of management.
- Activities:
- Lecture, Seminar discussion, Case studies, Class presentation and group report, In-class test or Case Study Report
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
Subject options
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City Campus, 2016, Semester 1, Night
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size40
Enrolment information City space constraint
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJillian Cavanagh
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours seminar other recurrence on any day including weekend at night from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,500-word individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one group presentation and report | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one 1.5 hour in-class test | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
City Campus, 2016, Week 36-40, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment size40
Enrolment information City space constraint
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJillian Cavanagh
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 36 - 37
One 3.0 hours block mode other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day from week 36 to week 37 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,500-word individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one group presentation and report | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one 1.5 hour in-class test | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
Melbourne, 2016, Semester 1, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJillian Cavanagh
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 10 - 22
One 3.0 hours seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,500-word individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one group presentation and report | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one 1.5 hour in-class test | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
Melbourne, 2016, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJillian Cavanagh
Class requirements
SeminarWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours seminar other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,500-word individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one group presentation and report | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one 1.5 hour in-class test | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
Online, 2016, Online StudyPeriod 5, Online
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJillian Cavanagh
Class requirements
Directed ReadingWeek: 36 - 42
One 2.0 hours directed reading per week on any day including weekend from week 36 to week 42 and delivered via online.
Problem Based LearningWeek: 36 - 42
One 2.0 hours problem based learning per week on any day including weekend from week 36 to week 42 and delivered via online.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,500-word individual assignment | 040 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one group presentation and report | 020 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one individual Case Study Report (2,500 words) | 040 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |
Vietnam, 2016, Semester 2, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorJillian Cavanagh
Class requirements
LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 3.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,500-word individual assignment | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one group presentation and report | 20 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| one 1.5 hour in-class test | 40 | 01, 02, 03, 04, 05 |