Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School Human Resource Management Fall 2008

7 INSTRUCTOR: Alix Valenti, Ph.D., J.D. E-MAIL: valenti@uhcl.edu

CLASS HOURS: Friday: 18:30-21:30 Saturday: 14:00-17:00 TEXTBOOKS AND REQUIRED MATERIALS Robert L. Mathis and John H. Jackson. Human Resource Management, 12e (ISBN 0-324 54275-5) Readings for Class 11 COURSE OBJECTIVES 1. To develop an understanding of the functions, roles, and specialties of Human Resource Management 2. To develop an understanding of how HRM professionals and departments function within a contemporary organizational context 3. To develop the diagnostic and managerial decision-making skills appropriate to human resource practices and procedures 4. To develop skill in sourcing and using information (e.g., data, laws, ) relative to effective human resource programs and practices 5. To illustrate HRM issues, current challenges and legislation in both the public and private sectors, as well as their interface 6. To develop problem-solving skills in developing and implementing HRM programs and interventions in organizational systems 7. To develop awareness and understanding of the legal framework for effective HRM practices 8. To develop an understanding and awareness of the practice of human resource management in an international context 9. To develop an awareness of ethical issues and challenges in the practice of human resource management COURSE METHODS: LECTURES CASE STUDIES IN-CLASS EXERCISES

 ASSIGNMENTS GRADING EXAMS The Midterm Exam will consist of short answer questions chosen from the readings and class discussions covered during the first half of the semester. The final exam will be multiple choice questions from the second half of the semester. Further details of the exams will be provided. There will be no lectures on exam days. CASE STUDIES Sixteen case studies will be discussed during the course of the semester. The first case study will be read and discussed in the first class. The remaining case studies, which are contained in your textbook, will be prepared by student teams and discussed in class according to the table at the end of the syllabus. Teams will be formed at the beginning of the semester. For each case, a team will be responsible for leading the discussion of the assigned case on the date due according to the schedule at the end of this syllabus. For example, the discussion of the Alegent Health case on page 93 and the Mitsubishi case on page 127 will take place during Class 2, November 15, 2008. Every class member is expected to read the case and to be prepared to discuss the case in class. ASSIGNMENTS An assignment for each class will be distributed in the class preceding its due date. For each class, an assignment will be due, starting with Class 2, November 15, 2008. The assignment will be based on research of an internet site or other outside reading. You will need to answer one or more questions regarding the information from the website or reading. Responses for each assignment should be 2-3 pages, double spaced, 12 pt. Assignments will be done on an individual basis. HONESTY POLICY All students are expected to behave ethically and honestly. Students must submit their own work. Copying and pasting from internet sites or other sources is not acceptable. Copying work from other students is not acceptable. ATTENDANCE Mid-Term Exam Final Exam Case Studies Assignments 30% 40% 15% 15%

All students are expected to attend every class. Students who are unable to attend class should advise the instructor before the class. Failure to attend classes may result in a grade reduction. CELL PHONE AND OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICE POLICY Turn off all cell phones prior to class. Students may not text or otherwise use electronic devices during class. Students receiving or sending electronic messages will be asked to leave the classroom for the duration of the lecture. DISABILITY POLICY Any student who feels that he or she has a mental or physical disability that requires attention or accommodation should contact the instructor immediately.

CLASS SCHEDULE

CLASS 1

DATE November 14 November 15 November 21 November 22 November 28 November 29 December 5 December 6 December 12 December 13 December 19 December 20

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

TOPIC Orientation to Course Strategic HR Management Chapters 1 & 2 In class Case Study, p. 63 The Nature of Work and Employees The Legal Framework in the U.S. Chapters 3 & 4 Diversity Issues Job Analysis Chapters 5 & 6 Work Force Recruiting Staffing Activities Chapters 7 & 8 Training Chapter 9 Managing Careers Performance Management Chapters 10 & 11 MIDTERM EXAM Compensation Issues/Variable Pay Chapters 12 & 13 Employee Benefits Worker Protection Chapters 14 & 15 Employee Rights/Labor Relations Chapters 16 & 17 International HRM Readings FINAL EXAM

ASSIGNMENT

Case Study, p. 93 Case Study, p. 127 Assignment 1 Case Study, p.156 Case Study, p. 190 Assignment 2 Case Study, p. 222 Case Study, p. 253 Assignment 3 Case Study, p. 286 Assignment 4 Case Study, p. 321 Case Study, p. 355 Assignment 5 Case Study, p. 387 Case Study, p. 413 Assignment 6 Case Study, p. 449 Case Study, p. 484 Assignment 7 Case Study, p. 515 Case Study, p. 550 Assignment 8 Assignment 9