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Strategic Human Resource Management Faculty of Business Administration | University of Regina - Fall 2018

BUS 453-001 Tuesday & Thursday 1:00 – 2:15 p.m. ED558

INSTRUCTOR

Sandra Steen E-mail: sandra.steen@uregina.ca Faculty of Business Administration Office Hours: TBD & by appointment. You can

contact me Monday-Friday in UR Courses or email.

UNIVERSITY CALENDAR DESCRIPTION This course concerns the development and integration of human resource management practices to further the strategic direction of the organization. The course addresses: HR forecasting and planning, succession management, strategic approaches to other human resource management functions, and current HRM issues. LEARNING OUTCOMES & OVERALL OBJECTIVES 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of a strategic approach to human

resource management. 2. Appreciate the contribution of strategic human resource management to

organizational effectiveness. 3. Demonstrate analytical skills in making human resource management decisions and

assessing results 4. Appreciate the complex role of strategic human resource management in meeting the

expectations of individuals, organizations, and society. 5. Apply knowledge of strategic human resource management to real and simulated

work settings. 6. Enhance teamwork skills through group exercises and in-class engagement. RESOURCES Textbook: Noe, Raymond, et al. (2016). Strategic Human Resource Management (2nd Canadian edition). Toronto: McGraw-Hill Ryerson.

HR Simulation: Smith, J.R.; Golden, P.A. & Deighan, M. (2016). HRManagement: The Human Resource Management Simulation. Charlottesville, Virginia: Interpretive Simulations. http://www.interpretive.com

Ivey Case Studies: 2 Note: The HR Simulation and Ivey Case Studies will be charged to your student account.

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EVALUATION

a) Individual: In-Class Leadership & Collaboration 15% b) Individual: Short Case Write-ups (Max. 2 pages) 20% c) Individual: HRM Simulation Quiz 5% c) Team: HRM Simulation (Results: 15%; Final Presentation:

10%) 25%

d) Individual: Research & Reflection Paper (10 pages) 35% TOTAL: 100%

a) In-Class Leadership & Collaboration (15%) Attendance and active in-class leadership is required. Participants must be prepared for class discussions and engage actively—sharing responsibility for creating a stimulating and inclusive class environment. b) Short Case Write-ups (20%) There are two cases for a short write-up (maximum 2 pages, double-spaced, 12 pt. Arial or equivalent size font). These should be handed in by 1:00 p.m. on the due dates provided in the Class Schedule. Keep a copy, to be used in the class discussion. (if you are unable to attend class that day, please email your write-up to me by the due date). b) HRM Simulation Quiz (5%) Covers content in the HRM Simulation Manual (http://www.interpretive.com) and is due (online) by 12 noon on October 2. c) HRM Simulation (25%) Each student is required to participate in the HRM simulation which provides an experiential glimpse into preparing for and making HR decisions and analyzing relevant outcomes. The HRM simulation will require small groups to work collaboratively to manage a budget and make a series of HR decisions throughout the semester. A final team presentation is required. Decisions (including Incident decision when applicable) for the simulation are to be submitted online by 12 p.m. on the due dates provided in the Class Schedule. Additional information will be discussed in-class and posted in UR Courses. d) Research & Reflection Paper (35%) Format will be discussed in class and additional details will be posted in UR Courses. DUE DATE: December 20, 2018 by 5:00 p.m.

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PREPARATION & INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS 1. This course is language heavy and experiential from both a learning and assessment

perspective. During most of the classes, we will spend time in group and/or class discussion and/or working in groups or on in-class application of course content.

2. You will benefit significantly from reading the assigned materials before class. 3. If you miss a class, it is up to you to get notes, assigned activities, etc. from another

participant in the class. RESEARCH PARTICIPATION Up to 2% bonus marks can be earned by participating in research studies in the Faculty of Business Administration, however, availability of these opportunities cannot be guaranteed. ACADEMIC ACCOMMODATION Any student with a disability, injury, or illness who feels they may need academic accommodation should discuss this with me after contacting the Centre for Student Accessibility, located in Riddell Centre 251, phone 306.585.4631, email accessibility@uregina.ca ACADEMIC INTEGRITY 1. Work that you submit for individual grading must be your own individual work, and

not work you did with anyone else. 2. References must be provided for any ideas that are not your own original thought—

this includes both paraphrases and direct quotes from an external source. 3. Plagiarism is a serious academic offense regardless of whether it was committed

intentionally or due to carelessness. 4. Note University Calendar (Sect. 10.5.4): “Students enrolled in Business courses at

the University of Regina are expected to adhere rigorously to principles of intellectual integrity. Plagiarism is a form of intellectual dishonesty in which another person’s work is presented as one’s own. Plagiarism or cheating on examinations/assignments is a serious offence that may result in a zero grade on an assignment, a failing grade in a course, or expulsion from the University.”

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BUS 453-001 – STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT TENTATIVE CLASS SCHEDULE – Fall 2018

Refer to UR Courses for Additional Details for all Classes Including Advance Preparation Requirements & Assigned Readings

DATE TOPIC TEXTBOOK & DUE DATES

Sept 6 Guest Speaker Sept 11/13 Introduction to Strategic HRM Chapter 1 Sept 18 Role of HR in Strategy Creation & Implementation Chapter 2 Sept 20 Executive HR Guest Speaker Sept 25 Role of HR in Strategy Creation & Implementation Register for HR Simulation Sept 27 The Legal Environment

Introduction to HR Simulation Chapter 3 Sept 27: Case Study: 2-page write-up due 1:00 p.m.

Oct 2 Simulation Practise Rounds Oct 2: HR Simulation Quiz due 12:00 noon

Oct 4 HR Simulation Decision #1 Oct 5: Decision #1 due 12 noon Oct 9 Analysis and Design of Work & HR Planning Chapter 4 Oct 11/16 Recruitment & Selection

HR Simulation Decision #2 Chapter 5 Oct 12: Decision #2 due 12 noon Oct 16: Case Study: 2-page write-up due 1:00 p.m.

Oct 18 Executive HR Guest Speaker Oct 23/25 Training & Strategic Development of People

HR Simulation Decision #3 Chapter 6 Decision #3 due 12 noon Oct 24

Oct 30 & Nov 1

Managing Employee Performance & Engagement HR Simulation Decisions #4 & #5

Chapter 7 Decision #4 due 12 noon Oct 31 Decision #5 due 12 noon Nov 2

Nov 6 TBA Fall Break (November 7 – 12) Nov 13/15 Total Rewards

HR Simulation Decision #5 Chapters 8, 9 & 10 Decision #6 due 12 noon Nov 14

Nov 20 Collective Bargaining & Labour Relations HR Simulation Decision #6

Chapter 11 Decision #7 due 12 noon Nov 21

Nov 22/24 Managing HR Globally Chapter 12 Nov 29 HRM Simulation Team Presentations Team Presentations Dec 4 Safe, Secure, and Productive Workplaces Chapter 11 Dec 6 Wrap-Up Dec 20 Research & Reflection Paper Due Submitted online by 5:00 p.m.

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