Human Resource Management 213 Fall 2007

Instructor: Dr. Libba Moore

Office: Davis Hall Office # 3;

Telephone: 508-213-2123

Office Hours: Mondays 2:30 -4:00;

Thursdays 2:30 - 4:00; and by appointment

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Leaders in business recognize that there is more to “success” than just a good bottom line. The top companies know that managing people effectively is vital to success in today’s highly competitive marketplace.This course provides an overview of current practices and theories in human resource management (HRM).

Readings from the textbook, articles, and the Internet will provide basic course content. We will use class time to explore and apply HRM concepts and practices. Out of class projects give students hands on experience in practicing essential functions.

Objectives for students who successfully complete the course include:

to gain a general knowledge and understanding of the nature, scope, theory, terminology, and practice of current Human Resource Management
to become familiar with specific areas of HRM, such as staffing; development; appraisal; compensation; managing change and diversity
to develop a strategic approach to managing human resources in an organization
to be able to think critically, creatively, and constructively about modern human resource management and the workplace environment

Course Text

David A. Decenzo and Stephen P. Robbins, Fundamentals of Human Resource Management, Eighth Edition

Students are required to complete all reading assignments before class. It is expected that you come to class prepared to engage in class discussions.

Grading

EXAMS – 43%: There will be three exams; exams are worth 10%, 15% and 18% respectively
PARTICIPATION – 10%: Class participation includes effort, attendance, active participation in class discussions and being prepared for class and homework.
Quizzes – 2% There will be short quizzes on the readings.
DESIGN A COMPANY PROJECT – 10%: Each group will design a fictitious company, including a description of the company’s mission and organizational structure. Subsequent projects will be based on this company.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND SPECIFICATIONS – 2%: students will create a formal “job description” for a position in a fictitious company, according to a model explained in class.
RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION PLAN - 13% Students will develop a comprehensive recruitment and selection plan for a position in their company.
CEO PAY PROJECT - 20%: Each student will research and write a report analyzing the compensation of a CEO of a major corporation.

Course Policies

It is expected that all work in this class be presented professionally.
Assignments are designed to have you apply principles and concepts of the HR profession. Grades will reflect your ability to show that you can use concepts and terminology correctly and can exhibit standard professional practices.
No late papers. Assignments should be submitted at the class time they are due. Late papers are subject to penalties. After one week, assignments will not be accepted.
Quizzes due to absences or tardiness cannot be made up.
It is your responsibility to keep up with the syllabus and course requirements and to come to class prepared to participate.
It is expected that students stay in the classroom the entire period. Please take care of all personal needs before coming to class.

Attendance

In order to master the material and contribute to class discussions, regualr attendance is required. There is a limit of three (3) cuts for any reason. Cuts in excess of this number will result in a one-third letter penalty to your final grade for each absence above three.
Note: there are no "excused" absences. The three allowed are for any emergencies, family illnesses, etc.

Cheating

Any student caught cheating on an exam or plagiarizing the work of another will receive a grade of "F".