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Strategic Human Resource Management Faculty of Business Administration | University of Regina

BUS 453-001 Tuesday & Thursday 5:30 – 6:45 p.m. ED558 INSTRUCTOR

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

also contact me anytime 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: 4 Ivey Case Studies will be charged to your student account. Additional details including assigned articles, class preparations, guest speakers and other information will be provided in UR courses.

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EVALUATION

a) Individual: Participation 10% b) Individual/Duo: Short Case Write-ups (Max. 2 pages; 3 x

10%) 30%

c) Individual: HRM Simulation Quiz 5% d) Team: HRM Simulation (Incident Decisions: 10%; Team

Rankings: 5%; Final Presentation: 15%) 30%

e) Individual: Case Analysis 25% TOTAL: 100%

a) Participation (10%) Attendance and active (non-distracted) participation is required. Participants must be prepared for class discussions and engage actively. b) Short Case Write-ups (3 x 10%) There are three cases for a short write-up (maximum two pages, double-spaced, 12 pt. Arial or equivalent size font). These should be handed in by 5:30 p.m. Sept. 26, Oct. 12, and Oct. 19. Keep a copy, to be used in the class discussion. (If you are unable to attend class that day, please e-mail your write-up to me by the due date.) c) HRM Simulation Quiz (5%) Covers content in the HRM Simulation Manual (http://www.interpretive.com) and is due (online) by 12 p.m. Oct. 3. d) HRM Simulation (30%) Each student is required to participate in the HRM simulation which provides simulated real world experience in making HR decisions and interpreting relevant outcomes. The HRM simulation will require groups to work collaboratively to manage a budget and make a series of HR decisions throughout the semester. You will be assigned to groups of 2 or 3 for this project. A final team presentation and peer evaluation is required. Decisions and (incident responses when applicable) for the simulation are to be submitted online by 12 p.m. Oct. 11, Oct. 18, Oct. 27, Nov. 3, Nov. 8, Nov. 10, Nov. 17, and Nov. 22. Additional information will be posted in UR Courses. e) Case Analysis (25%) Format will be provided later in the semester. Note: Anyone who does not electronically submit their case analysis in UR Courses (Case Analysis) by the due date/time will be given a grade of “NP in the class. CASE ANALYSIS DUE DATE: December 11, 2017 @ 12 p.m. CST

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PREPARATION & INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS 1. This course is language heavy and highly 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. 1. 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. 2. Plagiarism is a serious academic offense regardless of whether it was committed

intentionally or due to carelessness. 3. 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

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

DATE TOPIC WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY? Sept 7 & 12

Introduction to Strategic HRM

Discussion

Sept 14 HR Profession, Roles & Competencies of HR Professionals

Guest Speaker

Sept 19 Role of HR in Strategy Creation & Implementation

Register for HR Simulation

Discussion

Sept 21 Role of HR in Strategy Creation & Implementation (cont’d)

Introduction to HR Simulation

Discussion

Overview/Demo; Create companies

Sept 26 The Legal Environment: Equality & Human Rights

Case Study: 2-page write-up due 5:30 p.m.

Sept 28 Career Journey, Roles & Work of a Senior HR Leader

Guest Speaker

Oct 3 HRM Simulation HR Simulation Quiz (due 12:00 p.m.) HRM Simulation Practice Begins Team Assignment (In-class)

Oct 5 Protecting Human Rights, Diversity & Inclusion

Guest Speaker

Oct 10 Analysis and Design of Work & HR Planning

HRM Simulation Decision #1 Incident – Job Analysis: Decisions & 1 page write-up due Oct. 11 12:00 p.m.

Oct 12 Recruitment & Selection

Case Study 2-page write-up due 5:30 p.m.

Oct 17 Recruitment & Selection (cont’d) HRM Simulation Decision #2 Incident – Recruiting for Temporary Positions: Decisions & 1 page write-up due Oct. 18 12:00 p.m.

Oct 19 Employer Branding Case Study: 2-page write-up due 5:30 p.m. Oct 24 Talent Management Guest Speaker Oct 26 Training & Strategic Development of

People HRM Simulation Decision #3 Incident – Self-Managed Work Teams: Decisions & 1 page write-up due Oct. 27 12:00 p.m.

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Oct 31 Trick or Treat Guest Speaker

Nov 2 Managing Employee Performance & Engagement

HRM Simulation Decision #4 Team Assignment (In-class) Decision due Nov. 3 12:00 p.m.

Nov 7 Managing Employee Performance & Engagement (cont’d)

HRM Simulation Decision #5 Debate/Discussion Decision due Nov. 8 12:00 p.m.

Nov 9 Total Rewards

HRM Simulation Decision #6 Incident – Compensation Planning: Decisions & 1 page write-up due Nov. 10 12:00 p.m.

Nov 14 Total Rewards (cont’d) Discussion Nov 16 Collective Bargaining & Labour Relations

HRM Simulation Decision #7 Incident – Collective Bargaining: Decisions & 1 page write-up due Nov. 17 12:00 p.m.

Nov 21 Safe, Secure, & Productive Workplaces

HRM Simulation Decision #8 Incident – Employee Health, Assistance, and Wellness: Decisions & 1 page write-up due Nov. 22 12:00 p.m.

Nov 23 HR Leadership – Perspectives from a “Medium-Sized” Enterprise

Guest Speaker

Nov 28 Managing Human Resources Globally Discussion Nov 30 Team Presentations – Simulation Team Presentations Dec 5 Wrap-Up Dec 11 Take-Home Case Study Due 12:00 noon

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