Core Module Information
Module title: HRM in International Context

SCQF level: 11:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: HRM11411
Module leader: Rowan Steele
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:

After a brief introduction to models of national culture, the focus of the module is the HR issues and practices of organisations operating across national boundaries with a multi-cultural workforce. It covers a range of key HRM areas: (1) global manpower planning, recruitment & selection (3) international performance management, training and development; (3) comparative employment regulation, employee voice and the management of conflict (4) the ethical considerations specific to international operations. These are explored through the use of examples and cases drawn from a range of international contexts and MNC practice. You are encouraged to reflect on the approach to HRM in your own culture/country and contribute to the consideration of similarity and difference.

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Have a comprehensive understanding and critical awareness of the requirements and implications of HRM activity as it relates to organisations operating in an international context.

LO2: Have a critical appreciation of the ways in which a value-adding HRM function can contribute to global organisational effectiveness.

LO3: Contribute to the determination of international HRM strategy, policy and practice appropriate to differing national contexts and the needs of MNCs.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 2, Blended,
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Occurrence: 002
Primary mode of delivery: Blended
Location of delivery: WORLDWIDE
Partner:
Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Jennifer O'Neil
Module Organiser:


Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Independent Learning Practical classes and workshops 12 A weekly online live academic session with the module teaching team. These sessions cover the content and provide opportunities for you to ask questions about the module and the assessment.
Online Guided independent study 188 For your independent learning, you will read course materials and explore topics related to the subject area at your own pace. 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.
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 Exam Period HOURS= 30 minutes You will complete weekly multiple-choice questions (MCQ) tests, testing your knowledge on all taught module content.
Report 90 1~2~3 Exam Period , WORDS= 4500 You will complete a comprehensive final report, based on a specified business problem. You will be able to apply theory to solve and analyse business problems and provide recommendations for future practice.
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
HRM11411: HRM in an International Context