Managing Human Resources in a Global Economy

Catalog description

This course focuses on the strategic aspect of human resource management (HRM). The course provides an overview of the role of HRM in contributing to employee and organizational performance. Given that strategic HRM is more proactive and systemic in change initiatives, the course will examine the core aspects of HR and how HR strategies can impact organizational outcomes such as increased performance, enhanced customer and employee satisfaction, and enhanced shareholder value. The course will include theories and practices in many different areas of human resource management including talent management, organizational culture, employee engagement, performance management, work, and job design, training, compensation, HR metrics, and labor relations. The course examines the global environment and the impact on HR strategies.