LDRS 601 Advanced Strategic and Human Resources Management

An integrating course designed to develop coordinating ability and experience in the decision-making process. Taught from top decision maker's viewpoint and by the case method, the course develops understanding of an overall point of view through analysis of actual business situations, and an appreciation of the relations of the production department to other departments and to the business as a whole. Concluding cases emphasize the responsibilities of the business enterprise to the community and to society. An analysis of macro and micro behavioral approaches to effective human resource management within the organization. Topics include the environment, the individual, small group, leadership, motivation, job design, evaluation, rewards, and growth. Macro behavioral topics such as organizations, design, climate, and organizational processes are also covered as these relate to human behavior within organizations.

Credits

3

Student Learning Outcomes

1. 1. Understanding of key human resource practices in today's organizations.
2. 2. Build critical thinking skills by analyzing how human resource practices can support a firm's strategic objectives and enhance long-term firm performance.
3. 3. To help you apply and understanding of human resource practices to your job search and career choices.
4. 4. To develop skills in the following areas: problem solving and analysis, written communication, and teamwork.