CORE OBJECTIVES

1. Develop a Strong Understanding of Human Resource Management

• – Recruitment and Selection : Teach students the principles of recruitment, job analysis, interviewing techniques, and selection processes to ensure organizations hire the best talent.
• – Employee Development : Equip students with knowledge of training programs, career development, and performance management systems to enhance employee skills and growth.
• – Labor Relations : Introduce students to labor laws, collective bargaining, conflict resolution, and managing employee relations to foster a positive work environment.
• – Compensation and Benefits : Teach students the methods for designing competitive and equitable compensation systems, including salary structures, bonuses, and employee benefits.

2. Promote Organizational Development and Change Management

• – Organizational Behavior : Help students understand how individuals and groups behave within organizations, including motivation, team dynamics, leadership, and communication.
• – Change Management : Prepare students to manage organizational change by developing skills in strategic planning, communication, and overcoming resistance to change.
• – Leadership Development : Equip students with leadership theories and practices to enhance their ability to guide and inspire teams, foster innovation, and build organizational culture.

3. Enhance HR Strategy and Decision-Making

• – Strategic HRM : Teach students how to align human resource practices with organizational goals, ensuring that HR strategies contribute to business success.
• – HR Analytics : Equip students with the ability to use data and metrics to make informed HR decisions related to recruitment, retention, and performance management.
• – Talent Management : Introduce students to the processes of identifying, developing, and retaining high-potential employees to ensure long-term organizational success.

4. Develop Knowledge of Employment Law and Ethics

• – Labor Laws and Regulations : Provide students with a comprehensive understanding of labor laws, employment standards, discrimination laws, and workplace health and safety regulations.
• – Ethics in HR : Encourage students to consider ethical challenges in HR practices, such as diversity and inclusion, fair treatment, and ethical decision-making.
• – Diversity and Inclusion : Teach students how to manage and promote a diverse and inclusive workplace that values cultural differences and ensures equal opportunities for all employees.

5. Strengthen Communication and Conflict Resolution Skills

• – Effective Communication : Equip students with the ability to communicate HR policies, resolve workplace conflicts, and build positive relationships with employees and management.
• – Conflict Resolution : Teach students how to handle conflicts within the workplace, including mediation techniques, negotiation skills, and dispute resolution processes.
• – Employee Engagement : Provide students with strategies for improving employee engagement, motivation, and retention, contributing to a positive and productive work environment.

6. Prepare Students for HR Technology and Innovation

• – HR Information Systems (HRIS) : Teach students how to utilize technology to streamline HR functions such as payroll, recruitment, training, and performance management.
• – Automation and AI in HR : Introduce students to the use of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and other technologies in improving HR processes and making more data-driven decisions.
• – HR Software : Provide hands-on experience with HR software tools used in recruitment, performance management, and employee data analysis.

7. Focus on Global Human Resource Management

• – Global HR Practices : Teach students how to manage human resources in a global context, including managing cross-cultural teams, international employment laws, and global recruitment strategies.
• – International Labor Markets : Equip students with an understanding of labor market trends, international staffing, and the challenges of managing global workforces.
• – Expatriate Management : Prepare students to handle the complexities of managing expatriate employees, including relocation, cultural adaptation, and legal requirements.

8. Prepare Students for Career Readiness and Professional Development

• – Internships and Practical Experience : Offer students the opportunity to gain hands-on experience through internships, cooperative education programs, or partnerships with HR departments in various organizations.
• – Professional Certifications : Guide students in preparing for relevant certifications, such as SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) certifications, to enhance career prospects.
• – Career Services and Networking : Provide career counseling, resume-building support, and networking opportunities with professionals in HR to help students transition from education to employment.

9. Foster an Understanding of Organizational Ethics and Social Responsibility

• – Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) : Teach students the importance of CSR in shaping organizational culture and reputation and how HR can contribute to ethical practices in the workplace.
• – Employee Well-being : Promote strategies for enhancing employee well-being, including health and safety initiatives, mental health support, and work-life balance programs.
• – Sustainable HR Practices : Encourage students to adopt sustainable HR practices that support both business success and social responsibility.

10. Encourage Lifelong Learning and Continuous Improvement

• – Commitment to Lifelong Learning : Instill a mindset of continuous professional development, encouraging students to stay current with new HR trends, technologies, and best practices.
• – Adaptability and Innovation : Prepare students to adapt to the evolving HR landscape by embracing new practices, technologies, and methods that enhance organizational performance.