Bangladesh University Faculty of

Business Administration
BBA program

COURSE OUTLINE –HRIS

Part A- Introduction

I. Course Code and Title : HRM-406/HRM-4123, Human Resource Information System

II. Credit : 3 credit hours
1. Course Summary

This course is designed to provide an introduction to the use of technology in the

administration of human resources, and how new technologies can contribute significantly to
the efficiencies in the management of a company’s human capital. Information technology is
expected to drive Human Resource (HR)'s transition from a focus on Human Resource
Management. (HRM) to Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM). This strategic role
not only adds a valuable dimension to the HR function, but also raises the competency of HR
practitioners. This programme provides an introduction to the theory and application of
Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS). At the end of the course, participants will
understand the key features of an HRIS and how organizations can gain competitive advantage
by leveraging on technology. Participants will learn about different types of HRIS, as well as
practical experience in using an open source HR Information System. Participants will enjoy
complimentary access to a beta version of the HRIS system which will be used during the
programme.

2. Course Objectives

After completing of this course, students will be able to do the following

 Thoroughly review and understand the basic concepts and principles of training HRIS
and to demonstrate the ability to apply learned knowledge to the real world.
 Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the strategic value of HRIS and how it
contributes to organizational success.
 Review and identify the leading HRIS software available in the field.
 Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the RFP process for selecting an HRIS system.
3. Course Learning Outcomes: at the end of the Course, the Student will be able

CLO1 Understanding alignment between IT and HRM.

CLO2 Analyze and compare different HR Information system
CLO3 Examine and practice on an existing HR information
CLO4 Create systems within organization
CLO5 Analyzing effectively operate an HR information system
CLO6 Analyzing information system security in HR

Part B- Content of the Course

4. Topics to be covered/Content of the course-

Topics Specific outcomes Time Suggested Teaching Align

frame activities strategy ment
with
CLO
Overview of -To comprehend the Week Gossiping and To
course importance of 1  Students will knowing their reach
information system provide brief interests of all
-To acquire general introduction learning CLOs.
idea about the course  Course
outline will
-To grasp the content
be discussing
and policies for the in details
class  Basic
introduction
of computer

Introduction 1. The meaning and Week  Asking  Lecture CLO1

to HRIS definition of HRIS 2 questions  Individual
2. The importance of  Discussion reading
HRIS about story
regarding
3. Role of IT in HRM
history
4. Data and
information needs
for HR manager
5. Sources of data
Introduction 1. Concept structure Week  Question and  Lecture CLO1
to HRIS and mechanics of 3 answer  Individual
data  Case reading
2. HRIS Subsystems discussion  Group
3. Key Mechanisms of Participatio
an HRIS n
4. Survey of Software  Quiz 1 will
Packages For be taken
Human Resource
Information
Systems
Data 1. Data management Week  Case study  Lecture CLO4
Management for Human 4 analyses  Group
Resource  Question and discussions
Information System answer
2. Elements of Data
Management
3. Entry Procedure
and Process
4. Data Storage and
Retrieval
Data 1. Information Week  Question and  Individual CLO2
Management Processing & 5 answer reading
Control Functions  Practical  Lecture
2. Design of HRIS illustrations  Test 1 will
be taken
3. HRIS need analysis/
Information Needs
in HRM
HRIS Modules 1. HRIS- Modules Week  Question and  Lecture CLO2
and others on Recruitment 6 answer  Individual
2. Job Descriptions  Class reading
3. HRIS- Modules participation  Group work
on Selection by practical
4. Methods of role play
Selection
1.
MID-TERM Week
EXAMINATION 7
HRIS Modules 1. Module on Week  Question and  Exercise CLO3
and others Performance 8 answer practice
Appraisal System  Class  Lecture
2. Appraisal Methods participation
3. Methods of by practical
 Executive role play
Development/
training

HRIS Modules 1. Training & Week  Question and  Exercise CLO3

and others Development 9 answer practice
Modules  Interactive  Lecture
2. Comparison of Job discussion  Self-
Evaluation and motivation
Performance through
Appraisal doing by
3. Case study students

HRIS: 1. Change Week  Asking  Lecture CLO5

implementatio management: 10 questions  Individual
n and change definition and  Discussions reading
management features by role play  Test 2 will
be taken
2. Kotler’s change
management
model
3. Lewin’s model
4. Other models
HRIS 1. HR administration Week  Asking  Lecture CLO5
application and HRIS 11 questions  Individual
2. Job analysis and HR  Discussion reading
planning about
practical role
3. Recruitment and
play
selection in an
internet context

HRIS 4. Issues and HRIS Week  Asking  Practical CLO5

application application 12 questions illustration
5. performance  Participation  Presentatio
management, n by
students
compensation,
benefits, payroll
and the HRIS

Special topics 1. system Week  Asking  Lecture CLO6

in HRIS vulnerabilities, 13 questions  Individual
 2. Information  Discussion reading
security and privacy about  Group
in HRIS practical role assignment
3. The future of HRIS: play
emerging trends in
HRM and IT

Exam review To make an overview  Lecture,  Quiz 2 will

questions be taken
and answers
FINAL Week
EXAMINATION 14

Part C- Assessment and Evaluation

5. ASSESSMENT PATTERN
Quizzes:
Altogether 2 quizzes may be taken during the semester, 1 quiz will be taken for
midterm and 1 quiz will be taken for final term. Out of this 2 quiz for each term best
1 quiz will be counted. No makeup quizzes will be taken. Students are strongly recommended
not to miss any quizzes.

Tests:
Altogether 2 tests may be taken during the semester, 1 test will be taken for midterm
and 1 test will be taken for final term. Out of this 2 tests for each term best
1 test will be counted. No makeup quizzes will be taken. Students are strongly recommended
not to miss any quizzes.
Assignment:

The students will have to form a group of maximum 4 members. The topic or case
studies will be given as assignment in groups during the class which they have to
prepare at home and will submit on or before the due date. No late submission of
assignments will be accepted. Students will have to do the presentation on the given
topic as assignment.
CIE- Continuous Internal Evaluation (20 Marks):

Bloom’s category Tests Assignments Quizzes External Participation

Marks (out of 20) (05) (05) (05) in Curricular/ co-
curricular activities
 (05)
Remember 05
Understand 02
Apply 05
Analysis 03
Evaluate 02
Create 03

SMEE- Semester Mid & End Examination (80 Marks)

Mid Marks (30)
Final Marks (50)
Bloom’s category Tests Apply 05
Marks (out of 30) (30) Analysis 05
Remember 05 Evaluate
Bloom’s category 05
Tests
Understand 05 Create
Marks (out of 50) 05
(50)
Remember 05
Understand 10
Apply 10
Analysis 07
Evaluate 08
Create 10
6. Assessment and Evaluation:

Grades will be calculated as per the university grading structure and individual student will be
evaluated based on the following criteria with respective weights.

1. Quizzes and tests 10%

2. Assignments 5%
3. Class Participation 5%
4. Term Examination 80%
Total 100%

Part D-Learning Resources

7. Textbook:

Kavanagh, M.J. and Johnson, R.D. eds., 2017. Human resource information systems: Basics,
applications, and future directions. Sage Publications.
Alfred J. Walker McGraw-Hill, Handbook of Human Resource Information Systems: Reshaping
the Human Resource Function with Technology, Inc.Professional Book Group 11 West 19th
Street New York, NYUnited States