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Details for HRM202 Human Resource Planning and Development

Aligning workforce strategies with an organisation’s strategic goals is critical to reach objectives efficiently. Through this unit, students will learn to assess and forecast workforce needs and design HR initiatives that are responsive to organisational objectives and external changes. By understanding these key HR functions, students are prepared to enhance organisational effectiveness and adaptability in various sectors.

Quick Stats

  • Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
  • Course code: HRM202
  • Credit points: 10

Subject Coordinator

Bernardo Gomez

Prerequisite

Unit Content

Outcomes

  1. Critically assess the role of the HR manager using key theories and approaches. Consider the implications of this function for a Christian and/or NFP context;
  2. Demonstrate understanding of the theoretical relationship between effective Human Resource Planning (HRP) and Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM);
  3. Explain the role of Training and Development within HR Functions and Processes;
  4. Demonstrate an ability to analyse future needs. This includes Labour Demand Forecasting
  5. Describe the context for HR in organisations from a Christian perspective;
  6. Demonstrate an understanding of the HR context for Services and Not-for-Profit Organisations, and the implications of this for HRP and SHRM.

Subject Content

  1. Strategic Human Resource Management
  2. Human Resource Planning: Importance and Approaches
  3. Human Resource Planning: Processes and Forecasting
  4. Organisational Objectives and Policies: Ethical Issues
  5. HR Planning: Balancing Demand and Supply
  6. Recruitment and Selection of Human Resources
  7. Appraising and Managing Performance
  8. Career Planning and Development

This course may be offered in the following formats

  • Face-to-Face
  • Distance / Global Online

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

  • Minor Essay (25%)
  • Workforce Plan and Case Study (50%)
  • Minor Essay (25%)

Prescribed Text

Readings provided