MGT 643: Human Resource Management Central Michigan University

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1 MGT 643: Human Resource Management Central Michigan University Class Dates: 8/29/16 through 10/21/16 Classroom Format: Online via Blackboard Course Reference Number: Instructor: Dr. Misty Bennett Phone: ( is the preferred method; returns on phone calls will take longer) Virtual Office Hours: Mondays 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm EST on Blackboard Collaborate in our course shell I. Bulletin Description: The theory and problems of personnel administration as they relate to the various levels of management. Credit cannot be earned in both MGT 633 and 643. II. III. Prerequisites: Admission to graduate program or permission of the Department Chairperson. Required Text and Materials: R. Noe, J. Hollenbeck, B. Gerhart, and P. Wright (2014). Human resource management: Gaining a competitive advantage. (9th ed.). New York: McGraw-Hill. (Optional) Students may also purchase a subscription to the Devine Group s InterviewRight content available via the following link. After entering your contact information, you will be sent an that will contain the information you need to sign-up. The subscription costs $49. IV. Special Requirements: None V. Course Description: MGT 643 covers theory and problems of personnel administration as they relate to the various levels of management. The course examines contemporary human resources subject matter and practices including strategic HR management, performance, recruitment & selection, training & development, leadership development, compensation and benefits, labor relations, and employment law. The theories and techniques taught in this course are applicable for management positions in every type of company and are essential for anyone interested in a managerial role. VI. VII. Course Objectives: Upon completion of this course, a student should be able to: 1. State the critical pieces of legislation and litigation which shape today s human resource management (HRM) processes and practices; 2. Communicate the necessity for job-related HRM systems; 3. Analyze problematic HRM systems within a wide range of organizational settings and provide appropriate improvements in processes and practices; 4. Conduct a rudimentary job analysis of an entry level job and state how that information is used to develop job-related HRM processes and practices; 5. Draw linkages between the various HRM systems and practices within organizations; and 6. Describe current and future trends in HRM programs. Class Format/Procedures: The class format will include a variety of methods, including recorded lectures, lecture slides, asynchronous group discussion, group exercises, and self-paced activities such as readings. Students are expected to read material and listen to the online lectures at their own pace but keeping with the

2 course deadlines in the class schedule (section X). These lectures, as well as all other class material may be accessed via blackboard. Class participation will be done through discussion boards and group exercises and will be a part of the student s grade. This course is offered in an online format, which allows the student to work at their own pace within the course schedule (section X). The role of the professor is to facilitate the student s learning experience; however, each student is responsible for completing the required elements of this course in order to achieve learning outcomes. Students are encouraged to check blackboard frequently for course updates and announcements, as well as engage frequently with course material. Class Tools: All assignments and quizzes will be given via blackboard. Training for blackboard is available on blackboard s website at (tutorials are available and a live help desk is also an option. For other technical issues, students may contact the help desk at X 3662 or or via the internet at Any technical issues or problems should be addressed to the help desk rather than the professor of the course. Communication Method: will be sent to the student's campus address. Forwarding the to an off-campus address is the student's responsibility. The instructor will attempt to respond to all s within 24 hours. replies will be much faster than replies on phone calls, so students are encouraged to use first. VIII. Course Requirements: The student s grade for this course will be comprised of the following components: 1. Position Paper (~10%) You will be assigned 5 articles to read on a current topic, some of which come from the popular press, and some of which come from the academic literature. In addition to reading the assigned topics, you will be expected to conduct your own research on the topic. You will then develop a 3-5 page double spaced position paper on the topic, stating your position supporting or against the topic in question using supportive facts and references. Excellent papers will state a clear policy that is in accordance with best HRM practices using supportive facts and references that are outside of, but include, the assigned readings. Papers will be completed individually. 2. Module Quizzes (~6%) Each module unit has a quiz, so there will be one quiz each week (with the exception of exam weeks which will have an essay exam in place of a quiz). These quizzes are multiple choice and cover concepts learned during the readings and lectures for that week/module. Quizzes will be given via blackboard. Each quiz will only be open during the week of the corresponding material, so the quiz needs to be completed by the Sunday at the end of the week at 11:59 pm EST according to the deadlines in the Class Schedule in Section X (with the exception of the final week, which closes Friday). 3. Examinations (Midterm and Final) (~50%) To assess student learning of the course objectives, students will complete a midterm (during week 4) and final (week 8) examination containing a mix of multiple choice and essay questions. The final exam will contain some cumulative questions. The exam will be made available on blackboard one week prior to the due date. Only one attempt for each exam may be taken. Exams will be completed via blackboard and will each be worth 25% of the student s final grade. 4. Job Analysis Project (~30%) Students will work in groups to conduct a job analysis of a job to be selected in conjunction with the professor. Groups will be assigned in Week 1 and must their selection of a job by the end of Week 1 (Friday) to the professor. A group page in blackboard will be set up for each group to communicate with each other; however, students are encouraged to also exchange s and phone calls to discuss the assignment. The job analysis project will include the following components, which should be submitted in one large document: executive

3 summary, job description, task list of critical tasks performed on the job with ratings by 3-5 Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), a KSAO (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other attributes) list with ratings by 3-5 SMEs, and a report detailing the methods used in conducting the job analysis, results, and discussion. Appropriate references and other materials should be used, such as O*NET, InterviewRight, and other materials related specifically to the job. These materials should be cited where appropriate. Students will be required to interview 3 to 5 job incumbents (SMEs) to gather more information about the job (this will help in generating your task and KSAO lists) and must obtain ratings from 3-5 SMEs (ideally these people will be different from those interviewed but they may be the same) to provide ratings that will help in generating the final list for tasks and KSAOs. Assignments are to be turned in via blackboard. Only one submission is required per group. Assignments can be submitted any time up to 11:59 pm EST on the due date listed in Section X. Additional details about project requirements, including grading criteria, will be provided in a separate handout. 5. Participation Discussion Board Postings (~5%) To help ensure that students are understanding and are engaged with the course material and to encourage communication and collaboration, weekly discussion board postings will be used. This method of online communication is a great way to demonstrate understanding of the material. Additionally, communicating with fellow students by reading and responding to each others posts is the best way to promote learning and provoke insightful thoughts to the material. Discussion questions will be posted on Sunday morning based on the assigned readings, a video, or additional readings for the week and you will need to respond to the discussion questions by the end of the week (Friday at 11:59 pm EST). Detail on the due dates for each posting is in Section X. Grading Information: Your final grade will be based on the total amount of points you have accumulated from your Position Paper, Job Analysis Project, Midterm Exam, Final Exam, and Discussion Board Postings. At any time during the semester, you should be able to compute your grade based on the number of points you have accumulated thus far. Grades will be computed based on a straight percentage system and rounded according to normal arithmetic rules. Course Requirement Point Value Weekly Quizzes (6%) 60 Points (10 points per quiz) Position Paper (10%) 100 Points Midterm Exam (25%) 250 Points Final Exam (25%) 250 Points Job Analysis Project (30%) 300 Points Participation (Discussion Board Postings) (5%) 50 Points (6.25 points per posting) Total Possible Points 1010 Points Your final course grade will be assigned according to the following scale: Final Percentage in the Course Final Grade A A B B B C C Below 73 E IX. Classroom Policies (Online Format): Make-up Policy: Make-ups are generally not allowed. With the understanding that extenuating circumstances sometimes arise, make-ups may be considered at the Professor s discretion and will be handled on a case-bycase basis provided that the student contacted the Instructor prior to the missed assignment. In the event that a

4 make-up is allowed, the student should be prepared to provide documentation verifying their reason for missing the assignment, exam, etc. Please note technical difficulties do not constitute a valid excuse. Due Dates: Class assignments are to be turned in before their due date as outlined in the Class Schedule (Section X). The Professor reserves the right to not accept late assignments. Technical difficulties do not constitute a valid excuse and will not be sufficient to be given extra time on assignments or exams. Instructor Responsibility: The instructor will respond to all s or help postings within 24 hours. The instructor will also make timely announcements posted to Blackboard that contain important course updates. The instructor will make a good-faith effort to have all assignments graded within one week from the date that they are due. Grades will be posted on blackboard so the student may keep track of their running total at any time. Student Responsibility: It is the student s responsibility to ask questions for clarification and understanding when they are confused regarding the course material or class schedule. It is also the student s responsibility to stay on top of the course materials to ensure they do not fall behind. Students are expected to check blackboard and their CMU account at least once a day to see if there are any new announcements. Students will submit all assignments, quizzes, and discussion postings via blackboard. It is the student s responsibility to handle any technical problems they are experiencing on their own, with the help of CMU support staff such as the help desk. My role is as Professor of this course, not as IT expert, so if you experience difficulties of a technical nature, please contact CMU s help-desk at X 3662 or Communication Policy: Communication is key to your success as a student in an online class. There are several methods of communication in the online environment, including s, chats, and discussion board postings. The following communication policy outlines behaviors that are and are not appropriate in all methods of communication in the online class environment. Any questions about this policy should be addressed to the Instructor. When communicating online, DO: Ask questions about class material Ask questions about assignments Respond to other students postings in a way that will provoke conversation Reply to postings when you are addressed and generally display behaviors that encourage conversation When communicating online, DO NOT: Use offensive or abusive language Mock or make derogatory comments about anyone else s posting Display inappropriate pictures or graphics Leave a posting that is addressed to you unanswered Hesitate to post a question that you have remember, many students may have the same question but are too afraid to ask so you are benefiting them as well by posting it. Academic Integrity Policy: Any form of academic dishonesty (e.g., cheating, plagiarism, etc.) will not be tolerated. All academic work is expected to be in compliance with CMU s Policy on Academic Integrity, which applies to all university students. Consequences of academic dishonesty may include an automatic E for the course. For a thorough description of CMU s Academic Integrity Policy, please consult the following website: Classroom Civility/Etiquette: Each student is encouraged to help create an environment that promotes learning, dignity, and mutual respect for everyone. This applies to all aspects of the class, particularly communication and interactions. Students who use offensive language, are verbally abusive, display deference or disrespect to others, post inappropriate or offensive pictures or comments, or exhibit other inappropriate behaviors in the online class environment may be subjected to disciplinary action under the Code of Students Rights, Responsibilities, and Disciplinary Procedures.

5 Reasonable Accommodations: CMU provides students with disabilities reasonable accommodations to participate in educational programs, activities, or services. Students with disabilities requiring accommodations to participate in class activities or meet course requirements should first register with the office of Student Disability Services (Park Library 120, telephone , TDD #2568) and then contact the Professor as soon as possible. Syllabus Preparation: The Professor reserves the right to change the syllabus and will provide students with adequate notice of any changes as soon as possible. X. Class Schedule The class is split into eight modules. Each module is covered during one week of the class. Unless otherwise indicated, all activities listed below are required. The deadlines for all assignments are given below. All content including quizzes, exams, and assignments will be found on blackboard. All assignments, papers, exams, and projects, must be submitted via blackboard. submissions will not be accepted. Module I Week 1 Introduction to Human Resource Management, Strategic and Global HRM o Syllabus o Noe, et al.: Chap. 1, 2, 15, and 16 o Why We Hate HR provided on blackboard, required for Discussion Board Posting 1 o Listen to Course Introduction o Listen to Module I Overview o Listen to The Employee Life Cycle o Listen to Strategy: HRM Style o Review PowerPoint slides for chapters 1,2,15, and 16 (optional) o Post your introduction to the discussion forum and get to know other students o Week 1 Why We Hate HR Read and Respond first response DUE Friday, September 2 at 11:59 pm EST. All responses must be completed by Monday morning at 8:00 am EST. Position Paper Project: o Begin reading the assigned readings in the Position Paper Project folder on blackboard. Begin conducting your own background research on the topic. o Get to Know your Group Members, Read the Job Analysis Project Handout and Pick a Target Job. Groups will be assigned by Day 3 of the course. Each group will have its own Group Page, so get to know each other in this space. Groups will need to pick a target job and their choice to the Instructor no later than Friday, September 2 by 11:59 pm EST. o Complete Quiz 1 DUE Sunday, September 4 at 11:59 pm EST. Module II Week 2 Making Legal Hiring Decisions and Analyzing the Job o Noe, et al.: Chap. 3 and 4 o Listen to Module II Overview o Listen to The Real Deal behind the Legal HRM Issues o Listen to Job Analysis: Examining the Pieces o Review PowerPoint slides for chapters 3 and 4 (optional) o Respond to Week 2 Posting DUE Friday, September 9 at 11:59 pm EST.

6 o Background Research and SME Recruitment. Begin background research on your target job and set up appointments to interview 3-5 Subject Matter Experts. Design a timeline for the project and develop your team roles and norms. Position Paper Project: o Finish reading/review the assigned readings in the Position Paper Project folder on blackboard. Finish conducting your own background research on the topic and outline your major points for the paper. o Complete Quiz 2 DUE Sunday, September 11 at 11:59 pm EST. Module III Week 3 Human Resource Planning, Recruitment, and Selection and Assessment o Noe, et al.: Chap. 5 and 6 o Listen to Module III Overview o Listen to A Primer on Reliability and Validity o Review PowerPoint slides for chapters 5, 6 (optional) o Respond to Week 3 Posting DUE Friday, September 16 at 11:59 pm EST. o Background Interviews / Job Observation Conduct background interviews/job observations with SMEs, finish background research on job, begin drafts of KSAO and task lists. Position Paper Project: o Write your position regarding the use of Social Media in the hiring process in a 3 5 page doublespaced paper. Additional information is found on blackboard in the Position Paper Project folder. Responses are due via blackboard by Sunday, September 18 at 11:59 pm EST. Assignments must be turned in via blackboard; no submissions will be accepted. o Complete Quiz 3 DUE Sunday, September 18 at 11:59 pm EST. Module IV Week 4 Performance Management and Midterm Evaluation o Noe, et al.: Chap. 8 o Listen to Module IV Overview o Listen to Performance Measurement Made Simple o Review PowerPoint slides for chapters 8 (optional) o Respond to Week 4 Posting DUE Friday, September 23 at 11:59 pm EST. o First draft Tasks and KSAOs Complete, Survey to Collect Ratings Drafted Finish SME interviews, finish first draft of tasks and KSAOs, begin drafting the survey to get ratings from SMEs on the tasks and KSAOs. o Complete MIDTERM EXAM DUE Sunday, September 25 at 11:59 pm EST. Module V Week 5 Employee Separation and Retention o Noe, et al.: Chap. 10 o Listen to Module V Overview

7 o Listen to I Quit!: Understanding Job (dis)satisfaction and the Withdrawal Process o Review PowerPoint slides for chapters 10 (optional) o Respond to Week 5 Posting DUE Friday, September 30 at 11:59 pm EST. o Collect Ratings on Tasks and KSAOs Finalize and distribute survey to additional SMEs to collect ratings on the first draft task statements and KSAO lists. Begin writing methods section of interviews and background research. o Complete Quiz 5 DUE Sunday, October 2 at 11:59 pm EST. Module VI Week 6 Training and Development o Noe, et al.: Chap. 7 and 9 o Listen to Module VI Overview o Listen to Training: The Motivation to Learn o Review PowerPoint slides for chapters 7, 9 (optional) o Respond to Week 6 Posting DUE Friday, October 7 at 11:59 pm EST. o Analyze Data and Generate Final Draft Tasks/KSAOs, Write Job Description Draft Analyze data from the SME ratings on tasks and KSAOs. Interpret data and generate your final draft task and KSAO list. Write the job description and begin report writing. o Complete Quiz 6 DUE Sunday, October 9 at 11:59 pm EST. Module VII Week 7 Compensation and Benefits o Noe, et al.: Chap. 11, 12, 13 o Listen to Module VII Overview o Listen to $$$ (Or Compensation) o Listen to Equity Theory: A Lesson on "Hey - He/She Makes More than I Do!" o Review PowerPoint slides for chapters 11, 12, 13 (optional) o Respond to Week 7 Posting DUE Friday, October 14 at 11:59 pm EST. o Rough Draft Report Generate a rough draft of the complete report. o Complete Quiz 7 DUE Sunday, October 16 at 11:59 pm EST. Module VIII Week 8 Collective Bargaining and Labor Relations, Final Evaluation o Noe, et al.: Chap. 14 o Listen to Module VIII Overview o Listen to Legal Issues and Labor Practices o Review PowerPoint slides for chapters 14 (optional) o Respond to Week 8 Posting DUE Friday, October 21 at 11:59 pm EST.

8 o Finalize Report Finalize job analysis project report which is to be submitted via blackboard and is DUE Friday, October 21 at 11:59 pm EST.* o Complete FINAL EXAM DUE Friday, October 21 at 11:59 pm EST.* *Note: The course officially ends on Friday, October 21, so all course assignments must be turned in on that day. The Job Analysis Project and Final Exam must be completed by 11:59 pm EST on Friday, October 21. **Additional readings may be assigned during the duration of the class. Announcements with new readings will be posted on blackboard. Syllabus is subject to change. Changes will be made with plenty of advance notice, and changes will be announced on blackboard.