Course overview
- Study period
- Semester 2, 2024 (22/07/2024 - 18/11/2024)
- Study level
- Undergraduate
- Location
- St Lucia
- Attendance mode
- In Person
- Units
- 2
- Administrative campus
- St Lucia
- Coordinating unit
- Business School
As the world of work is changing, approaches to designing work and attracting talent for the workforce of the future are also evolving. This course will focus on building knowledge and skills in designing work that benefits from the contribution of both people and technology and attracting or sourcing people with the needed skills or potential to achieve the business outcomes. The course will cover workforce planning, work design, employer branding, the candidate experience, contemporary recruitment and selection practices and the use of technology. Examples and applications will be framed in both a domestic and global context, and address legal, ethical and diversity perspectives.
This course takes the strategic approach as the foundation upon which an organisation seeks to establish a competitive advantage in its market. A critical component of a successful approach is the link between human resource management (HRM) and corporate strategy. This course takes the assumption that the skills and talents of staff are fundamental to the future success of the organisation. Topics within the course will address the different ways an organisation works with its people, through a range of employment arrangements, to execute its aims or business objectives. The course takes a holistic perspective to examine how business needs are matched to individual skills and experience to source, attract, select and appoint the right people to the right roles. The course is underpinned by the latest research in business ethics and positive and strengths-based approaches to HRM.
Students will learn about organisation design, the job analysis process, identifying key selection criteria, employment types and options (e.g., including contracting and outsourcing).ﾠ Students will examine the development of position descriptions, identifying an employment value proposition to attract the right talent, writing job ads, short-listing processes, selection processes and induction. We will also consider the range of circumstances where strategic management processes are needed, such as responding to the context in which the organisation operates, strategic change and restructuring. Legal and ethical considerations (e.g., equity, diversity, wellbeing) will also be addressed. A major focus will be equipping students to apply academic evidence to their practice as a HR professionals or as a line managers.
Course requirements
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
MGTS2604
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Dr Erin Gallagher
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Please note: Teaching staff do not have access to the timetabling system to help with class allocation. Therefore, should you need help with your timetable and/or allocation of classes, please ensure you email business.mytimetable@uq.edu.au from your UQ student email account with the following details:
- Full Name
- Student ID
- Course Code
Aims and outcomes
The aim of this course is to provide students with an understanding of how organisations are designed and staffed, skills in the key strategic processes and an appreciation for how effective strategic management helps organisations meet business objectives. Students will recognise the importance of business ethics, diversity and wellbeing and the contribution of strategic human resource management to the success of organisations.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Explain the links between business strategy and staffing needs in organisations, taking into account social and economic drivers.
LO2.
Analyse work requirements at the individual and group level, taking into account changing technology, ethics, diversity, and employee wellbeing.
LO3.
Analyse talent recruitment and selection processes to meet the staffing needs, considering ethics, diversity, and wellbeing.
LO4.
Evaluate the applicability of well designed recruitment and selection processes in the context organisational circumstances.
LO5.
Working in a team, communicate evidence-based arguments and recommendations on HRM issues raised throughout the course.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tutorial/ Problem Set |
Case Study Analysis
|
40% |
4 submissions for marking 12/08/2024 - 14/10/2024 |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation | Employability Skills & The Future of Work | 15% |
2/10/2024 2:00 pm |
| Examination |
Final Exam
|
45% |
End of Semester Exam Period 2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024 |
Assessment details
Case Study Analysis
- Team or group-based
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Tutorial/ Problem Set
- Weight
- 40%
- Due date
4 submissions for marking 12/08/2024 - 14/10/2024
- Other conditions
- Peer assessed.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04, L05
Task description
After completing your Blackboard Module and textbook reading each week, you must read the case study relevant to the topic so you can complete the Executive Summary in the tutorial. Links to the case studies and the Executive Summary questions can be found at the end of each Blackboard Module. You will need to successfully complete a weekly quiz at the end of the Blackboard Module so you can get access to the case study materials each week.
In this course, you will be placed into a tutorial for the semester. Within your tutorial, you will be placed into a group for the full semester.
As a joint formative and summative learning exercise in weeks 4 to 12, your group will prepare a brief executive summary (500-600 words) relating to the case study. This assessment requires you to only submit four (4) executive summaries for marking over the semester. Whether you choose to prepare an executive summary each week is up to your group to decide.
Completing more summaries will be helpful for you in making sure the 4 executive summaries you submit are of a high standard.
The questions you need to respond to in your executive summaries relating to the case studies are available in the corresponding weekly folder in the Learning Resources section in Blackboard. Remember the use of AI, such as ChatGPT is not permitted in this course. We want to know what about your analytical and writing skills, not what AI can tell us. The use of AI will be detected and a penalty will apply.
Under the guidance and feedback from your tutor you will discuss the case study in class with your group and prepare and submit the executive summary in the class via Blackboard.
As part of the executive summary, the group will need to attach a list that details the contribution of each member of the group to the final presentation. Your tutor will provide you with feedback on your submission each week so that you can make improvements where needed in your subsequent submissions.
Your contribution to the group work and the Executive Summary will contribute to your final grade for the course. This is a group assessment and you cannot complete the Executive Summaries on your own.
At the end of the semester, you will be required to submit a peer assessment via the Assessment folder in Blackboard of the other members of the group. Peer results will be used to adjust students' individual group assignment results.
The executive summary is worth 35%, with an additional 5% for peer review to determine your final grade.
Submission guidelines
Submit the Executive Summary through the Blackboard link and Turnitin during class.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Employability Skills & The Future of Work
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 15%
- Due date
2/10/2024 2:00 pm
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02
Task description
For this assessment, you will be writing about the value and impact of four skills from the 'Top 10 Skills on the Rise' list provided in the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs 2023 report. The first skill, AI and Big Data, has been chosen for you. You will select the other three skills you want to write about from the list.
Steps to Follow:
Review Skill Definitions:
- Carefully review the definitions of each skill in the report.
- Rewrite these definitions in your own words, making sure to understand them fully.
Critical Thinking:
- Think critically about the skills.
- Describe how each skill looks now and how it might evolve in your career or industry.
Personal Insights:
- This is a personal writing task. Reflect on your own experiences and perspectives.
- You do not need to cite sources unless you refer to specific information from them.
Use of Sources:
- If you use information from any source, be sure to cite it properly.
Important Note:
This assessment is designed to evaluate your abilities, skills, and knowledge without the help of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Using AI technologies to develop your responses is strictly prohibited and may be considered misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Detailed instructions, including questions to prompt your responses and the marking rubric, are provided in the assessment guide.
Submission guidelines
Assessment will be submitted via Blackboard
Deferral or extension
You may be able to apply for an extension.
Late submission
A penalty of 10% of the maximum possible mark will be deducted per 24 hours from time submission is due for up to 7 days. After 7 days, you will receive a mark of 0.
Final Exam
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Examination
- Weight
- 45%
- Due date
End of Semester Exam Period
2/11/2024 - 16/11/2024
- Other conditions
- Time limited.
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
This is a closed book exam consisting of 4 short essays. Students can choose from 8 questions from topics from weeks 4 to 12 in the course. Your short essay answers will be in your own handwriting.
A good essay will not be based on your opinions as it must include a demonstrated understanding of HRM theory and be based on evidence using examples from the course case studies from the weekly Blackboard Modules to support your arguments.
A good essay will be between 300-500 words long. You must use prose style with well-structured sentences and paragraphs. Dot points will not be acceptable. You do not need to provide references, but you will need to write using English academic language that is concise and clear for your marker to understand.
This assessment task evaluates students' abilities, skills and knowledge without the aid of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). Students are advised that the use of AI technologies to develop responses is strictly prohibited and may constitute student misconduct under the Student Code of Conduct.
Exam details
| Planning time | 10 minutes |
|---|---|
| Duration | 120 minutes |
| Calculator options | No calculators permitted |
| Open/closed book | Closed Book examination - no written materials permitted |
| Exam platform | Paper based |
| Invigilation | Invigilated in person |
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You may be able to defer this exam.
Course grading
Full criteria for each grade is available in the Assessment Procedure.
| Grade | Cut off Percent | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Low Fail) | 0 - 29 |
Absence of evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 2 (Fail) | 30 - 46 |
Minimal evidence of achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 3 (Marginal Fail) | 47 - 49 |
Demonstrated evidence of developing achievement of course learning outcomes |
| 4 (Pass) | 50 - 64 |
Demonstrated evidence of functional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 5 (Credit) | 65 - 74 |
Demonstrated evidence of proficient achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 6 (Distinction) | 75 - 84 |
Demonstrated evidence of advanced achievement of course learning outcomes. |
| 7 (High Distinction) | 85 - 100 |
Demonstrated evidence of exceptional achievement of course learning outcomes. |
Additional course grading information
Grades will be allocated according to University-wide standards of criterion-based assessment.
Supplementary assessment
Supplementary assessment is available for this course.
Learning resources
You'll need the following resources to successfully complete the course. We've indicated below if you need a personal copy of the reading materials or your own item.
Library resources
Find the required and recommended resources for this course on the UQ Library website.
Learning activities
The learning activities for this course are outlined below. Learn more about the learning outcomes that apply to this course.
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| Learning period | Activity type | Topic |
|---|---|---|
Week 1 |
Lecture |
Welcome and introduction to the course
Learning outcomes: L01 |
Week 2 |
Lecture |
Future of work in context
Learning outcomes: L02 |
Tutorial |
Future of work in context
Learning outcomes: L02 |
|
Week 3 |
Lecture |
Strategic Planning Strategic planning and competitive advantage Learning outcomes: L01 |
Tutorial |
Strategic Planning Tutorial 2. Case Study: Employee unrest at Apple on Blackboard Learning outcomes: L01 |
|
Week 4 |
Lecture |
Strategic Human Resource Management Role of HR in productivity and performance Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Tutorial |
Strategic Human Resource Management Tutorial 3: Employee Retention and Well-being Issues. On Blackboard. Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
|
Week 5 |
Lecture |
Workforce Planning Workforce planning and overall business objectives Learning outcomes: L01, L03, L04 |
Tutorial |
Workforce Planning Tutorial 4: Powertech India. On Blackboard Learning outcomes: L01, L03, L04 |
|
Week 6 |
Lecture |
Job Analysis and Design The importance and relevance of job analysis and design to business success Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
Tutorial |
Job Analysis and Design Tutorial 5: Over 50% of young lawyers want to leave their current job. On Blackboard Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
|
Week 7 |
Lecture |
Recruitment 1 Strategic recruitment, challenges and opportunities Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
Tutorial |
Recruitment 1 Tutorial 6: Somany Ceramics 1. On Blackboard Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
|
Week 8 |
Lecture |
Recruitment 2 E-recruitment and social media applications Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
Tutorial |
Recruitment 2 Tutorial 7: Tech companies hiring. On Blackboard. Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
|
Week 9 |
Lecture |
Selection 1 Selection processes and the importance of the interview. Tutorial 8: Working at Google. On Blackboard Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
Tutorial |
Selection 1 Tutorial 8: Working at Google. On Blackboard Learning outcomes: L03, L04 |
|
Mid Sem break |
No student involvement (Breaks, information) |
In-Semester Break Learning outcomes: L05 |
Week 10 |
Lecture |
Selection 2: Application of technology in selection Learning outcomes: L01 |
Tutorial |
Selection 2: Application of technology in selection Tutorial 9: This bot will judge you in five questions at the first interview. On Blackboard Learning outcomes: L01 |
|
Week 11 |
Lecture |
Remuneration and Benefits Links between remuneration, benefits, and business objectives. Learning outcomes: L01 |
Tutorial |
Remuneration and Benefits Tutorial 10: What workers want: winning the war for talent. On Blackboard. Learning outcomes: L01 |
|
Week 12 |
Lecture |
Career Development The importance of career planning and development Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Tutorial |
Career Development Tutorial 11: Weighing Career Choices. On Blackboard. Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
|
Week 13 |
Lecture |
Final Lecture More details will be posted on Blackboard. Learning outcomes: L05 |
Tutorial |
Exam advice Learning outcomes: L05 |
Policies and procedures
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- Student Code of Conduct Policy
- Student Integrity and Misconduct Policy and Procedure
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- Examinations Procedure
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