BMGT 215 - Human Resource Management

Credit(s): 3

This course explores human resources in a globally competitive business environment, the legal context of employment decisions, diversity, securing human resources, developing human resources, compensation, labor management relations, and protecting and evaluating human resources. The class is designed to familiarize participants with current human resource practices and laws that apply to human resource careers regardless of their field. (Fall and Spring Semesters)

Course Learning Outcomes

Define human resource management terminology.
Describe the human resource functions of planning, recruitment, selection, development, appraisal, and compensation.
Discuss current laws impacting human resource compliance, employment, and labor relations.
Demonstrate an understanding of job analysis and design, job specifications, and job descriptions.
Explore effective discipline systems and legal termination procedures and define employment at will.
Describe the relationships between and importance of employee compensation (wages and benefits) and performance.
Describe the collective bargaining process and labor relations.