Diploma in Human Resource Management

It is this intention that the broad aims of this programme are pinned at. This programme will be suitable for personnel whose role is to manage the human resource function strategically within an organization. This qualification will be ideal for:

• Those who are new to any specialized field of business, or those who are seeking a career in the field of HRM after their A levels.
• Those who are employed in entry-level positions in HRM function and want to further develop their knowledge and skills for career progression.
• Those who are looking for a career change from another area of expertise.

Outcomes of the programme

The objectives of the course are to:

§  Develop the knowledge, skills and concepts needed to resolve actual human resource management problems or issues.

§  Manage the employment relationship, which is a shared responsibility between employers, management, human resources specialists, and employees. Investigate how HRM is responding to current business trends, opportunities, and challenges.

§  Identify the human resources needs of an organization or department.

§  Conduct a job analysis and produce a job description from the job analysis.

§  Evaluate the procedures and practices used for recruiting and selecting suitable employees.

§  Assess training requirements and design a successful orientation and training program.

§  Discuss workplace health and safety programs and the roles of the employer and the employee in enforcing health and safety policies and procedures.

§  Explain the responsibilities of management, HRM specialists, managers, and employees in managing the employment relationship in a unionized or a non-unionized environment.

§  Prepare students for progression to Level 6 courses on the MNQF and to further enhance their career development and create opportunities for students wishing to progress to higher levels of employment.

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UNIT TITLE

CODE

CREDIT HOURS

CREDIT POINTS

1

Concepts in Human Resource Mgt

HRM100

150

15

2

Organizational Behaviour

MAN100

150

15

3

Managing Businesses and Culture

MAN101

150

15

4

People, Planning and Recruitment

HRM101

150

15

5

Labour Economics

MAN102

150

15

6

Job Designing and Compensation Administration

HRM102

150

15

7

Employee Relations

HRM103

150

15

8

Training and Development

HRM104

150

15