mgt3hri human res information sys

HUMAN RESOURCE INFORMATION SYSTEMS

MGT3HRI

2017

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

This subject provides you with critical tools for planning, developing, managing and evaluating organisational HR performance. You will develop a comprehensive understanding of multi-disciplinary models of Human Resource Management (HRM), Information Technology (IT), Information Systems (IS) and General Management and study the applications of these models in the design, implementation, delivery and ongoing management of technology-enabled Human Resource (HR) services. Along with the fundamentals of human resource information systems, you will examine concepts such as information security, privacy and emerging trends in managing technology-enabled HR services.

SchoolLa Trobe Business School

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorPetrus Usmanij

Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG

Exchange StudentsYes

Subject particulars

Subject rules

Prerequisites Must have passed MGT2HRM or THS2SLM

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsN/A

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Learning resources

Readings

Resource TypeTitleResource RequirementAuthor and YearPublisher
ReadingsHuman Resource Information Systems: Basics, Applications and Future Directions 3edPrescribedKavanagh, M.J., Thite, M., and Johnson, R.D., 2015Sage Publication

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

01. Apply the theoretical models of human resource information systems to work-based practices as they apply to contemporary organisations

Activities:
Theoretical Assignment, Database Application Project, Database Development and Management Exercise, Final Exam, Lecture and Tutorial Discussions
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)

02. Demonstrate the application of human resource information systems to work-based practices as they apply to contemporary organisations through writing and oral discussion

Activities:
Theoretical Assignment, Database Application Project, Database Development and Management Exercise, Final Exam, Lecture and Tutorial Discussions
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)

03. Distinguish between the major processes involved in developing human resource information systems as they apply to contemporary organisations through writing and oral discussion

Activities:
Theoretical Assignment, Database Application Project, Database Development and Management Exercise, Final Exam, Lecture and Tutorial Discussions
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving)

04. Examine the diverse HR functions that incorporate human resource information systems as they apply to contemporary organisations through writing and oral discussion

Activities:
Theoretical Assignment, Database Application Project, Database Development and Management Exercise, Final Exam, Lecture and Tutorial Discussions
Related graduate capabilities and elements:
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)
Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking)

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Start date between: and    Key dates

Melbourne, 2017, Semester 2, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPetrus Usmanij

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Computer LaboratoryWeek: 32 - 43
One 1.0 hours computer laboratory per week on weekdays during the day from week 32 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Contribution in Tutorial/Lab Discussion Sessions1001, 02, 03, 04
Database application project, development and management exerciseEquivalent to 1,500 words plus Ms Access Exercise modules3001, 02, 03, 04
Final examination2 hours written examination4001, 02, 03, 04
Theoretical assignmentEquivalent to 1,500 words2001, 02, 03, 04

Sydney, 2017, Study Period 2, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPetrus Usmanij

Class requirements

Computer LaboratoryWeek: 32 - 42
One 1.0 hours computer laboratory per week on weekdays during the day from week 32 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 31 - 42
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 42 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Contribution in Tutorial/Lab Discussion Sessions1001, 02, 03, 04
Database application project, development and management exerciseEquivalent to 1,500 words plus Ms Access Exercise modules3001, 02, 03, 04
Final examination2 hours written examination4001, 02, 03, 04
Theoretical assignmentEquivalent to 1,500 words2001, 02, 03, 04

Sydney, 2017, Study Period 1, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment information

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPetrus Usmanij

Class requirements

Computer LaboratoryWeek: 11 - 22
One 1.0 hours computer laboratory per week on weekdays during the day from week 11 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.

LectureWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.0 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment elementComments%ILO*
Contribution in Tutorial/Lab Discussion Sessions1001, 02, 03, 04
Database application project, development and management exerciseEquivalent to 1,500 words plus Ms Access Exercise modules3001, 02, 03, 04
Final examination2 hours written examination4001, 02, 03, 04
Theoretical assignmentEquivalent to 1,500 words2001, 02, 03, 04