Human Resource Management

Courses in human resource management (designated HRMN) may be applied as appropriate, for example, toward:

• a major or minor in human resource management, or business administration
• a major in management studies; and
• electives.

A basic study of human resource management. Topics include human resource planning and the recruitment, selection, development, compensation, and appraisal of employees. Scientific management and unionism are explored insofar as these historical developments affect personnel functions. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 360, HRMN 300, or TMGT 360.

A study of the structure of communication in organizations. Problems, issues, and techniques of organizational communication are analyzed through case histories, exercises, and projects. The examination of theory and examples is intended to improve managerial effectiveness in communication and negotiation. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 398N, HRMN 302, MGMT 320, MGST 315, or TEMN 315.

A study of the development and methods of organized groups in industry, with reference to the settlement of labor disputes. Labor unions and employer associations involved in arbitration, mediation, and conciliation are analyzed from an economic as well as a legal standpoint. Topics include collective bargaining, trade agreements, strikes, boycotts, lockouts, company unions, employee representation, and injunctions. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 362 or HRMN 362.

Prerequisite: HRMN 300. A study of the role of human resource management in the strategic planning and operation of organizations, performance appraisal systems, and compensation and labor/management issues. The influence of federal regulations (including equal opportunity, sexual harassment, discrimination, and other employee-related regulations) is analyzed. The critical evaluation of human resource problems is supported with a review of research findings, readings, discussions, case studies, and applicable federal regulations. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 460, HRMN 400, or TMGT 360.

Recommended prerequisite: BMGT 380. A conceptual and functional analysis of the legal framework and principles of industrial and employment relations, with special emphasis on discrimination in the workplace in the domestic and global environment. Topics include discrimination based on race, sex, age, and disability; testing and performance appraisal; wrongful discharge; labor/management issues; and employee benefits. Salient transnational employment issues are also explored. Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 468, BMGT 498G, HRMN 408, or MGMT 498G.

Last updated: 17 July 2008