University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 10

Semester: 1

Availability restrictions: Not automatically available to General Degree students

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

This module is an introduction to the subject which builds on students existing knowledge of management. It aims to develop participants critical appreciation of the role of HRM in organisations and to promote an understanding of the issues faced by managers in attracting, motivating and retaining employees

Relationship to other modules

Pre-requisite(s): Before taking this module you must pass MN2001 and pass MN2002

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 2 lectures (x 10 weeks) and 1 tutorial (x 4 weeks), and 2 optional consultative hours (x 10 weeks)

Scheduled learning hours: 24

Guided independent study hours: 176

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 50%, Coursework = 50%

As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 50%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 50%

Re-assessment: 3-hour Written Examination = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Professor S A Chillas
Module teaching staff: Dr Shiona Chillas and Dr Juliette Summers