Course coordinator
Dr Miriam Moeller
Wednesdays, 1-2pm AEST (via Zoom) or by appointment
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
This course is designed to provide students with an understanding of three interrelated aspects of managing in the global workplace. Theme 1: General human resource management (HRM) in the multinational enterprise. Theme 2: Engaging in and supporting global mobility. Theme 3: Building awareness of present and emerging international human resource management trends. The course places equal value on building students' understanding of the theoretical foundations and practical implications of working in a global HRM environment.
Welcome to MGTS3606. This 3-hour seminar is design to help students understand and engage with human resource and global talent management principles. Today, the need to manage individuals who are living and working abroad due to company-assigned relocations or self-initiated moves is unprecedented. The multinational enterprise however struggles to keep its policies and practices updated and relevant to serve the ever-changing needs of a globally mobile workforce. This courses challenges students to think critically about managing human resources and talent, and does so entirely through a global lens.
During this course, you will be exposed to a variety of issues that arise in the global workplace and which you will encounter upon graduating from UQ. There are three key themes explored:
Theme 1: "General human resource management (HRM) in the multinational enterprise" examines what makes managing staff across national borders different to managing staff at home. It considers in some depth the key HRM functions that require attention in the multinational enterprise.
Theme 2: "Engaging in and supporting global mobility” scrutinizes current practices of international assignments and assignment standards for staff and their families and considers proactive ways to overcome global mobility complexities and challenges.
Theme 3 "Building awareness of emerging international human resource management trends” sets Themes 1 and 2 in the context of today whereby future trends in the global workplace are framed by projections of the HRM evolution.
Course requirements
Prerequisites
You'll need to complete the following courses before enrolling in this one:
MGTS2604 or (MGTS1601 + 4 units BBusMan courses) or 6 units BAdvBus(Hons) courses
Restrictions
Quota: Minimum of 35 enrolments
Course contact
Course staff
Lecturer
Timetable
The timetable for this course is available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Additional timetable information
Timetables are available on the UQ Public Timetable.
Please note: Teaching staff doﾠnotﾠhave 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 emailﾠbusiness.mytimetable@uq.edu.auﾠfrom your UQ student email account with the following details:
- Full name,
- Student ID, and
- the Course Code
Aims and outcomes
This course aims to expose students to a variety of issues that arise in the global workplace. In doing so, students will consider general HRM in ﾠmultinational enterprises, explore the complexities and challenges linked to global mobility, and build awareness of emerging international human resource management trends.ﾠ
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course you should be able to:
LO1.
Consider the impact of globalisation on human resource management practices and principles.
LO2.
Engage in global HR with a sensitive understanding of the impact of diversity.
LO3.
Apply international human resource management practices and principles.
LO4.
Demonstrate an ability to create effective processes and productive team dynamics.
Assessment
Assessment summary
| Category | Assessment task | Weight | Due date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Presentation, Reflection | Team Global Mobility Handbook | 50% Team |
12/08/2024 - 11/10/2024 |
| Quiz |
5 Quizzes
|
20% |
12/08/2024 - 11/10/2024 |
| Paper/ Report/ Annotation | Individual Global Mobility Handbook | 30% |
8/10/2024 - 22/10/2024 |
Assessment details
Team Global Mobility Handbook
- Mode
- Product/ Artefact/ Multimedia, Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation, Presentation, Reflection
- Weight
- 50% Team
- Due date
12/08/2024 - 11/10/2024
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03, L04
Task description
- The Global Mobility Handbook is a team project and consists of a written report, a recorded presentation, and 2 peer assessments. Please see Blackboard for further description and expectations.
- The project expects students to describe, evaluate, and analyse a global recruitment and selection challenge in an emerging market context.
- The written report is approximately 2,000 words or 8 pages, whichever comes first.
- The team presentation must not be longer than 4 minutes in duration, and ideally no less than 3.
- Peer assessments are conducted following the written and presentation components.
- The project covers Themes 1, 2, and 3 put forward in the course.
- Written project submission deadline (W8; September 13, 12:00pm AEST).
- Team presentation deadline (W11; October 11, 12:00pm AEST).
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.
Submission guidelines
Team written report submission completed through Turnitin in the Blackboard Assessments link.
A randomised set of presentations will be viewed and discussed in Week 12.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Please speak to Course Coordinator directly.
5 Quizzes
- Online
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Quiz
- Weight
- 20%
- Due date
12/08/2024 - 11/10/2024
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
- Form: 5 open-book quizzes to be completed individually.
- Questions: 5 multiple choice questions per quiz.
- Medium: Exclusively online via Blackboard.
- Timing:
- Chapter 2 content covered in Week 3&4 will be assess in Week 5 (Quiz 1).
- Chapter 5 content covered in Week 5&6 will be assessed in Week 7 (Quiz 2).
- Chapter 6 content covered in Week 7 will be assessed in Week 8 (Quiz 3).
- Chapter 7 content covered in Week 8&9 will be assessed in Week 10 (Quiz 4).
- Chapter 8 content covered in Week 10 will be assessed in Week 11 (Quiz 5).
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.
Submission guidelines
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Please speak to Course Coordinator directly.
Individual Global Mobility Handbook
- Mode
- Written
- Category
- Paper/ Report/ Annotation
- Weight
- 30%
- Due date
8/10/2024 - 22/10/2024
- Learning outcomes
- L01, L02, L03
Task description
- This Global Mobility Handbook component is an individual project and consists of a written report only. Please see Blackboard for further description and expectations.
- Each student is expected to describe, evaluate, and analyse either a global performance and career management, global training and development, or a global compensation challenge in an emerging market context.
- The written report is approximately 2,000 words or 8 pages, whichever comes first.
- The content of the project can be general or be written with an industry, occupation, or company context in mind.
- The project covers Themes 1, 2, and 3 put forward in the course.
- Submission deadline (W13; October 22, 17:00 AEST).
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.
Submission guidelines
Submission of written report through Turnitin in the Blackboard Assessments link.
Deferral or extension
You cannot defer or apply for an extension for this assessment.
Please speak to Course Coordinator directly.
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.
Additional learning resources information
Learn (Blackboard)
All courses are supported by the UQ Learning Management System, Blackboard Learn, which provides an interactive environment for the students and teachers. This is accessible via PC or Mac or Mobile (Apps) environment.
To log on to Blackboard, go to https://learn.uq.edu.au.
- As Blackboard is a web‐based application, you will need a recently‐released browser for your computer. For the latest Release Notes for Bb Student, see http://en-gb.help.blackboard.com/Bb_Student/z_Release_Notes_Bb_Student.
- For help with Learn.UQ (Blackboard), see https://web.library.uq.edu.au/library-services/it/learnuq-blackboard-help/learnuq-blackboard-contacts or contact AskUs https://web.library.uq.edu.au/contact-us or telephone 334 64312.
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 |
Seminar |
Course Introduction Course Introduction & Chapter 1 Learning outcomes: L01 |
Week 2 |
Seminar |
Introduction to Global HR Chapter 1 cont. Learning outcomes: L01 |
Week 3 |
Seminar |
Global HR and Diversity & Inclusion, Part 1 Chapter 2 Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 4 |
Seminar |
Global HR and Diversity & Inclusion, Part 2 Chapter 2 Learning outcomes: L01, L02 |
Week 5 |
Seminar |
Sourcing Global Talent, Part 1 Chapter 5 Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Week 6 |
Seminar |
Sourcing Global Talent, Part 2 Chapter 5 Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03, L04 |
Week 7 |
Seminar |
Global Performance Management Chapter 6 Learning outcomes: L01, L03 |
Week 8 |
Seminar |
Global Training and Development, Part 1 Chapter 7 Learning outcomes: L01, L03 |
Week 9 |
Seminar |
Global Training and Development, Part 2 Chapter 7 Learning outcomes: L01, L03 |
Mid Sem break |
No student involvement (Breaks, information) |
In-Semester Break Independent Study |
Week 10 |
Seminar |
Global Compensation, Part 1 Chapter 8 Learning outcomes: L01, L03 |
Week 11 |
Seminar |
Global Compensation, Part 2 Chapter 8 Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 12 |
Seminar |
Future Global HR Trends and Review Chapter 10 Learning outcomes: L01, L02, L03 |
Week 13 |
Seminar |
Course Summary Course Summary |
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