Christ University Institute of Management COURSE PLAN SUBJECT: MANAGING HUMAN RESOURCE III Trimester : MBA Class: Ist

t Year : L Section Course code: MBA339 3 Hours / Week FACULTY: Dr Arti Arun kumar 2 Credits COURSE DESCRIPTION This course is an introduction to the human resources function and related elements and activities. The course outlines the roles and functions of members of the human resources department, as well as educating others outside human resources, in how their roles include human resources-related activities. The student will learn about the evolution in human resources management as we know it today. Emphasis is placed on the modern day importance of HRM and the new corporate view of the function. Additionally, the student will be exposed to the view of HRM from the perception of both management and subordinate employees. The importance of maintaining fair and equitable compensation and benefit programs will be discussed. The student will be exposed to practical situations and problem solving ,regarding areas of employee counseling, discipline and termination.. Other critical areas of training and development, staffing and strategy will also be explored. LEARNING OBJECTIVES 1. To provide an understanding of the human resources management framework. 2. Offers experiential analysis to understand the challenges of HR Managers in developing their organizations 3. Provides insights on how to develop strategies, initiatives and programs to introduce and sustain competitive HR advantage in organizations 4. Focuses on management best practices, tools and models to implement an effective HRM system 5. Addresses the human capital as a critical role in firm's viability in the knowledge economy 6. To develop the core human resources management skills and competencies. The core competencies include HRM knowledge, planning, control, problem-solving and communication ESSENTIAL TEXT BOOKS:
B1: Jyoti,P. & Venkatesh, D.N. (2012).Human resource management. India: Oxford University Press. B2: Snell, S. Bohlander ,G. &Vohra,V. (2010). Human resources management: A South Asian perspective. India: Cengage Learning. B3: Camen, M.M, Croucher, R & Leigh, S. (Eds).(2011). Human resource management : A case study approach. India: Jaico.

REFERENCE BOOKS 1. Decenzo, D.A &Robbins, S.P. (2010). Human resource management, John Wiley & Sons. 2. Dessler,G & Varkkey,B.(2012).Human resource management. Pearson 3. Fisher, C.D, Schoenfeldt, L.F, & Shaw J.B, (2011). Human resource management, Biztantra. IMPORTANT NOTE : STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO READ THE CHAPTERS FROM THE CONCERNED BOOKS AND ALSO BE PREPARED TO DISCUSS CASE STUDIES OF THE RESPECTIVE CHAPTERS.

Syllabu s Unit UNIT 1

Topic- Break up
Introduction, syllabus discussion, assignments, methodology to be followed. Briefing on Case Study Method. HRM Concept; Meaning; Objective; Scope & Functions Corporate Strategies, HRM in India, Strategic HRM, Skills & Competencies of HR Professionals HRP, Objectives, Scope, Importance, Forecasting, JA, Process, JD, JE, & Job Design

Hrs

Date

Teaching Method

Assignments

Readings

2 2 2 1 2

3-4/1/13 4-10/1/13 17/1/13 24/1/13 25-31/1/13 1/2/13

Lecture/Discussi ons Lecture/Discussi ons/ Case study Lecture/Discussi ons Case Study Lecture/Discussi ons Case study Case StudyB1:Pg118 B3 :Pg 158 Case Study BI: Pg 23 Case Study B3 Pg 135 B1Pg70 Case Study B1Pg 92

B1 :CH 1, B2:CH1,B3, CH:2

UNIT 2

B1:CH 4, B3:CH7 B1 :CH 5 B1:CH6,CH7 B2:CH7,CH8 B3:CH7 CH8 B1:CH6,CH7 B2:CH7,CH8 B3:CH7 CH8 B1: CH8

UNIT 3

Recruitment & Selection, Meaning, Objectives, Sources, Constraints, Process, Methods of Selection, Reliability & Validity of Tests, Socialization and Retention

Meaning and importance of socialization, 1 methods of socialization. And retention of employees. (portions for CIA I to be done by Feb 6 UNIT 4
HRD, Meaning, Objectives, Scope , HRD in India, Problem and Challenges, Evaluation of Effectiveness of HRD interventions & Career Development ( portion for midterm Feb 13-16) 2

7-8/2/13

B1: CH9

8-21/2/13

Methods for training workers & managers, problems & challenges of training and development in India, Evaluation of training effectiveness. Compulsory team teaching unit UNIT 5
Performance Management & Appraisal, Meaning, Objective, Scope & Purpose, ,

22/2/13

Lecture/Discussi ons Case study/ presentation/ exercise

B1:CH10,CH11 B2:CH6 B3: CH14

Appraisal process,
2 28-1/13

methods for evaluating performance, problems & challenges in appraisal, feedback

7-8/3/13
14/3/13

Lecture/Discussi ons Lecture / presentation Seminar

Case Study B1:Pg265 B3:Pg219,220

B1: CH12, B2:CH7 B3:CH12

B1:CH9

*As the session ends on the 20 March.I shall cover up for classes by taking extra classes.

Additional Reading materials/ EBSCO 1 Anonymous (2005).The Latest business focus for HR workforce performance management. HR Focus Pg3.

Davis,G.L.(2006).Human resource interventions and training in downsized organizations to assist remaining employees. Dissertation North Carolina State University.

Evaluation Criteria 1. CIA I Assignment & Case study / etc. (20 marks) 2. CIA II Presentation, Article Review/ projects etc. (20 marks) 3. Attendance (10 marks) 3. Mid Semester Test (50 marks) 4. End Semester Examination (100 marks) Brief description on CIA I & II:
Two multiple choice questions tests will be conducted Hard copies will be given by Faculty & after the Evaluation the marks will be taken into account for CIA Case for Study Case Study will be provided prior to the class, one student or a group of student will be assigned to discuss the case & after the Evaluation the marks will be taken into account for CIA s Short Seminar Topic for Short Seminar will be provided prior to the class, one student or a group of student will be assigned & after the Evaluation the marks will be taken into account for CIA s