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MN5473 Skills and Challenges for the HR Professional

Academic year(s): 2017-2018

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 20

ECTS credits : 10

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: 2

Availability restrictions: Not available as an optional module for any programme.

Planned timetable: To be arranged.

This module advances core knowledge and skills in key functional aspects of HRM. Themes in the module explore ways in which to conceptualise HRM in organisations, and the ways in which context influences the practice of HR in different organisational and occupational settings. Core business and HR-related functions such as organisational performance, organisational structure and culture, work organisation, recruitment and selection will be explored by the use of relevant case study material and practical skill-development exercises. Students will be encouraged to consider their future practice in different settings, be that national, sectoral or organisational.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: Lectures, seminars and practicals.

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 40%, Coursework = 60%

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

Personnel

Module teaching staff: Dr S Chillas, Mr M Dowling, Dr A Baluch