BTF5841

Human resources management law

(BUS)

Mr Don McKenzie

6 points + 3 hours per week + First or second semester + Caulfield + Prerequisite: BTF9290 or BTX9060 + Prohibition: BTF9841

Synopsis: The unit aims to develop knowledge and skills relating to the legal principles which underpin contemporary human resource management issues. It includes consideration of such matters as recruitment and selection, contract of employment issues, performance appraisal, equal opportunity and anti-discrimination, termination of employment, remuneration, rewards and employee benefits, employee health and safety and related HRM issues. The unit takes a practical approach to these matters and focuses specifically on practical case studies and decisions of the Courts and Tribunals.

Assessment: Research paper (4000 words): 40% + Take-home examination: 60%