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Core Module Information
Module title: Contemporary HRM
SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10
Module code: HRM11401
Module leader: Cathy Olusanmi
School The Business School
Subject area group: Human Resource Management
Prerequisites

There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added
Description of module content:

The module starts with a brief introduction to developing theory and current models of HRM, providing a framework for more detailed consideration of key operational areas: resourcing, development, performance management & reward, and the management of the employment relationship to minimise conflict and encourage employee engagement. Current issues such as work life balance, the management of diversity and International HRM are given particular focus.
Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Evaluate the contribution of HRM activities to organisational effectiveness and the impact of the changing context of work on HRM.

LO2: Demonstrate an understanding of the key HR activities and the way in which these integrate to achieve organisational objectives and a critical insight into the current developments impacting on these.

LO3: Identify HR strategies, policies & practice appropriate to the needs of different organisations.
Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2025/6, Trimester 1, Blended,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: WORLDWIDE
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Cathy Olusanmi
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Online Guided independent study 188 Guided independent study to involve reading of course materials and explore topics related to the subject area. A range of online resources (e.g., articles, textbooks, videos, case studies, etc.) will be available to help you gain a deep understanding of the module content.
Independent Learning Practical classes and workshops 12 A weekly online LIVE academic session with the module teaching team. Sessions cover the content and provide opportunities for you to ask questions about the module and the assessments.
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Class Test 10 1~2~3 Week 13 HOURS= 10 questions The end of unit progress tests (10%) allow to review and check your understanding of each unit as you progress. This allows you to see your progress incrementally throughout the study period and will highlight any areas that require further study. This is to be completed in full by week 13, there are 10 questions per test.
Report 90 1~2~3 Week 13 , WORDS= 4500 The final assessment requires you to write a practice-based case study demonstratinghigher level skills in Human Resource Management. The case study requires you to identify a current business issue and critically evaluate how your knowledge of Contemporary HRM theory and practice can help identify a range of possible solutions to this issue. You will also be required to develop/justify recommendations for process/practice enhancement
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

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