Human resource management systems
Mr Max Coulthard
6 points * 3 hours per week * Caulfield,Peninsula * Prerequisite: MGM2661
Objectives On completion of this subject students should be able to demonstrate: an understanding of information technology and human resource and their place in gaining competitive advantage; an appreciation of two different HR system models, together with their respective strengths and weaknesses; an understanding of selection and implementation strategies; an understanding of how people data can be processed and presented; a practical working knowledge of a live HR system.
Synopsis The role IT and HR play in gaining competitive advantage; computer technology; information economics including needs analysis and workplace re-design; system models including in-house and packaged; implementation hurdles; using a HR system; using HR data; and strategic issues including key performance indicators.
Assessment Written individual (1000 words): 15% * Participation: 15% * Group (including presentation): 30% * Examination (2 hours): 40%
Prescribed texts
Kavanagh M and others Human resource information systems: development and application PWS-Kent, 1990
Gallagher M Computers and personnel management Heinemann, 1991