BA 224 Human Resource Management

This course is an introduction to Human Resource Management. The course is designed to explore the functions, roles, and value of Human Resources. Course topics include human resource planning, recruitment and selection; employee laws; performance appraisal systems; employee training and career development; pay systems; employee benefits, safety, and health; and labor unions.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

BA 101 

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Demonstrate understanding of HR planning and analysis by developing a strategic HR plan, monitoring implementation all while working within a budget
2. Demonstrate understanding of Talent Acquisition by developing a recruitment plan, and evaluating selection and onboarding decisions
3. Demonstrate understanding of Performance Management. Including comparing evaluations, appraisals, career development, employee development, and corrective actions. Students will also discuss challenges in employee relations
4. Demonstrate understanding of Employment Laws by reporting on laws including: Oregon sick leave laws, collective bargaining, conflict resolution, FMLA, Title VII, ADA, and wage and hour laws. Students will also discuss ways to create a safe work environment
5. Understand Compensation. Explain methods of compensation, describe common benefits offered and be able to calculate total cost of compensation. Including incentives, performance compensation, benefits, and risk management
6. Demonstrate understanding of Training and Development through describing and comparing different types of training, estimate required training for hires, identify programs for employee development, and explain the importance of performance appraisals
7. Demonstrate ability to work successfully in a team. This includes being able to allocate responsibilities fairly, complete assigned tasks on time, communicate problems and plans, and collaborate in person and digitally with other team members