BTX9841

Human resources management law ( 6 points, SCA Band 3, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Mr Don McKenzie

Offered:
Hong Kong First semester 2005 (On-campus)
Hong Kong Second semester 2005 (On-campus)

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: Assignment (2500 words): 30% + Examination (open-book, 3 hours): 70%

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: BTX9060

Prohibitions: BTF9841