POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY OF THE PHILIPPINES
College of Business Administration
Department of Human Resource Management
COURSE TITLE Human Resource Management
COURSE CODE HRMA 20013
CREDIT UNITS 3 Units
COURSE PREREQUISITE None
COURSE DESCRIPTION This course aims to provide learning about the application of management to ensure effective and efficient utilization of human resources in achieving organizational goals
and objectives. In this course operative functions of human resource management such as HR planning, job analysis, recruitment, selection, placement, training and
development, performance appraisal, employee retention, compensation, and employee relations, labor relations, HR maintenance, and Human Resource Information System
will be incorporated.
Institutional Learning Outcomes Program Outcomes Course Outcomes
1. Creative and Critical Thinking Apply the basic concepts that underlie each of the Discuss the different functions and roles of human resource
Graduates use their imaginative as well as a rational thinking ability to functional areas of business (marketing, finance, management in an organization
life situations in order push boundaries, realize possibilities, and human resources management, production and Illustrate and discuss the distinction and interrelatedness of
deepen their interdisciplinary and general understanding of the world.
operations management, information technology, and each human resource management operative functions.
2. Effective Communication
Graduates are proficient in the four macro skills in communication
strategic management) and employ these concepts in Apply the functions of human resource management in
(reading, writing, listening, and speaking) and are able to use these various business situations. different business situations
skills in solving problems. Making decisions, and articulating thoughts Evaluate human resource management functions’ effectiveness
when engaging with people in various circumstances. Select the proper decision-making tools to critically, in different business scenarios
3. Strong Service Orientation analytically and creatively solve problems and drive Create an effective and efficient human resource management
Graduates exemplify the potentialities of an efficient, well-rounded and program
results.
responsible professional deeply committed to service excellence.
4. Community Engagement
Graduates take an active role in the promotion and fulfillment of Analyze the business environment for strategic
various advocacies (educational, social and environmental) for the direction.
advancement of community welfare.
5. Adeptness in the Responsible Use of Technology
Graduates demonstrate optimized use of digital learning abilities,
Express oneself clearly and communicate effectively
including technical and numerical skills. with stakeholders both in oral and written forms.
6. Passion to Lifelong Learning
Graduates are enabled to perform and function in the society by taking Demonstrate corporate citizenship and social
responsibility in their quest to know more about the world through responsibility.
lifelong learning.
7. High Level of Leadership and Organizational Skills
Graduates are developed to become the best professionals in their Manage a strategic business unit for economic
respective disciplines by manifesting the appropriate skills and sustainability.
leaderships qualities.
8. Sense of Personal and Professional Ethics
Apply information and communication technology
Graduates show desirable attitudes and behavior either in their
personal and professional circumstances.
(ICT) skills as required by the business environment.
9. Sense of National and Global Responsiveness
Graduates’ deep sense of national compliments the need to live in a Innovate business ideas based on emerging industry.
global village where one’s culture and other people culture are respected.
Conduct Business Research
Generate new knowledge using research and
development projects.
Perform the basic functions of management such as
planning, organizing, staffing, directing and
controlling.
Plan and implement business related activities.
Prepare operational plans.
Work effectively with other stakeholders and manage
conflict in the workplace.
Exercise high personal moral and ethical standards.
Course Plan
Week Topic Learning Outcomes Methodology Resources Assessment
Week 1 Course Orientation and requirements Appreciate the essence of taking up the course Interactive lecture Oral Examination
and the importance of possessing right attitude and Individual Presentation Quiz
The Environment of Human Resource behaviour in the workplace Group Presentation Peer evaluation
Management Group Exercises Assignment
Explain the different functions and roles of HRM in
What is Human Resource Management an organization
(HRM)?
Theoretical Bases Give example on how an HR department or HR
- Human relations school ofThought manager can add value to the organization
Strategic view of HRM Provide relevant information which can be used
during strategic planning process
Changing Landscape of HRM
Design possible HR program or activity to meet the
The Human Resource Management Model organization’s strategies and goals.
Week 2 Workforce planning and recruitment Explain the role that workforce planning plays in Interactive lecture Oral Examination
Determine the manpower need: talent acquisition and how it is undertaken Individual Presentation Quiz
workforce planning Group Presentation Peer evaluation
Theoretical Bases Determine how HR can ensure the efficiency and Group Exercises Assignment
Scope of workforce planning effectiveness of talent acquisition activities
Steps in workforce planning
Analysis of the supply of Human
List the usual steps in talent acquisition
Resources
Recruitment
Methods of Recruitment Do simple manpower projections using
Selecting the right recruitment quantitative methods of recruitment
method
Recommend the use of appropriate recruitment
methods given the particular needs of an
organization
Week 3 Selection Describe the different methods in employee Interactive lecture Oral Examination
What is screening or selection? selection and explain the criteria to determine the Individual Presentation Quiz
History of pre-employment appropriate selection method (s) use Group Presentation Peer evaluation
screening Group Exercises Assignment
Theoretical bases Develop a screening tool that is valid and aligned
Selection/Screening Methods with the competencies needed for a certain position
Making the hiring decision
Metrics in Recruitment and Selection
Assess data from different selection methods to
make an informed hiring decision
Performance Management
Theoretical Bases
Ensure the validity and reliability of the
Steps in Performance Management
organization’s selection tools
System
Performance Evaluations Tools
Explain the importance of realistic job preview and
self-selection
Establish performance criteria for a particular job
or job group
Establish standards for each of the criteria used in
evaluating performance of employees in a
particular job or job group
Develop a performance evaluation tool for a
particular job group
Conduct an effective performance appraisal review
Create a performance development plan for an
employee who needs to improve some aspects of
his/her performance
Week 4 Employee Training Describe the impact of training on employee and Interactive lecture Oral Examination
The training framework organizational performance Individual Presentation Quiz
Benefits of training Group Presentation Peer evaluation
Theoretical bases Describe the orientation process and socialization Group Exercises Assignment
Orientation and onboarding of new employees in an organization
activities
The training processes
Explain the training process and describe each step
The training methodologies
to ensure effective training of employees
Develop different training techniques and identify
the appropriate training methodologies for
employees
Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs
Week 5 Management Development Conduct a management development needs Interactive lecture Oral Examination
Theoretical Bases analysis Individual Presentation Quiz
Steps in Establishing a Management Group Presentation Peer evaluation
Development Program Identify different management development tools Group Exercises Assignment
Management development strategies for a particular area of competency improvement
Management Development Plan
Prepare a management development plan for
employees
Determine the appropriate training and
development strategy for an employee who needs
to develop skills such as problem-solving, decision-
making, etc.
Participate in identifying competencies required to
certain positions
Week 6 Compensation Management Explain the different compensation systems used Interactive lecture Oral Examination
Theoretical Bases by organizations today Individual Presentation Quiz
- Equity Theory Group Presentation Peer evaluation
- Motivation Theories Identify the factors considered by an organization Group Exercises Assignment
The Pay Model in designing compensation systems
- Factors affecting pay design
- Forms of pay
Determine how compensation programs contribute
- Internal and external alignment
to an organization’s competitive advantage
- Compensation structures
- Job evaluation methods
- Developing a compensation Design a pay-for-performance system
structure:person-based
approach
- Current trends in compensation
management
Week 7 Employee Benefits Identify and describe the ways in which benefits Interactive lecture Oral Examination
Theoretical Bases become an organization’s attraction, retention, and Individual Presentation Quiz
Legally required benefits in the engagement drivers Group Presentation Peer evaluation
Philippines Group Exercises Assignment
Employee benefits as a Talent Develop a plan for designing and employee
Management strategy benefits program
Employee benefits as rewards
Portfolio of employee benefits
Establish mechanisms for the integration of new
package
trends into an organization’s employee benefits
Designing benefits plans
package
Trends in employee benefits
programs
Preparing for retirement Identify and resolve certain issues related to the
Pre-retirement planning administration of a benefits program
Week 8 Labor Relations Management Define and explain how labor relations could be Interactive lecture Oral Examination
Theoretical bases managed effectively Individual Presentation Quiz
The Purpose of Labor Relations Group Presentation Peer evaluation
Function in the HR Department Identify the roles of the State, employer and Group Exercises Assignment
Advantages and Disadvantages of employee in industrial peace
Labor Unions
Three Phases of Labor Relations
Familiarize themselves in the labor relations
Process
processes as provided in the Labor Code of the
Unionization in the Philippines
Philippines (Presidential Decree No. 442)
The Labor Code of the Philippines
on Labor Relations
LMC (Labor Management Council): Understand and apply the LMC (Labor
An Alternative to Labor Management Council) as an alternative to labor
organizations
Organization
Week 9 MID-TERM EXAM
Week 10 Employee Relations Management Establish a grievance machinery for a non- Interactive lecture Oral Examination
Grievance Handling unionized organization Individual Presentation Quiz
Employee Discipline Group Presentation Peer evaluation
Termination Recommend and justify the need for voluntary Group Exercises Assignment
Sexual Harassment arbitration
Develop a policy on discipline in the workplace
Develop a policy for involuntary termination
Discuss the consequences of sexual harassment,
harassment for the victim, perpetrator and the
employer
Week 11- Organization Development Explain what organization development is and Interactive lecture Oral Examination
12 Theoretical and Historical Base expound on its theoretical foundation Individual Presentation Quiz
The OD Process Group Presentation Peer evaluation
OD Competencies, Values and Show what OD does for an organization and its Group Exercises Assignment
Ethics members
Implications of OD in Globalized
Environment
Describe the OD process from diagnosis to
OD in the Philippines
evaluation of its results
Future Challenges in OD
Discuss how OD becomes an integral part of
strategic HR management
Oral Examination
Week 13 OD and Organization Culture Identify and recommend appropriate OD Interactive lecture Quiz
Overview of OD interventions based on diagnostics targets and Individual Presentation Peer evaluation
Theoretical Bases of organization organizational process Group Presentation Assignment
development Group Exercises
Managing the OD process Identify OD interventions to ensure alignment to
Organizational culture and change the organizational culture
Organization development and
other HR practice areas
Appraise the value of developing strong corporate
culture as an OD approach
Describe the ways on how to build a relationship
between OD and other HR practice areas
Week 14 Human Resource Information Technology: Explain how human resource information Interactive lecture
The Changing Landscape technology drive business change and competitive Individual Presentation Oral Examination
HR information technology and HR advantage Group Presentation Quiz
functional areas Group Exercises Peer evaluation
Systems implementation: Project Explain how data are managed to make hiring Assignment
Management Models and decisions
Methodologies
Week 15 Human Resource Metrics Explain the different approaches to HR metrics and Interactive lecture Oral Examination
Theoretical Bases its impact on business performance or strategic Individual Presentation Quiz
Approaches to HR Metrics impact Group Presentation Peer evaluation
- efficiency Group Exercises Assignment
-effectiveness
-impact on business performance or
strategic impact
Week 16- Partnering for and Embracing Change Interactive lecture Oral Examination
17 Explain the importance of emotional intelligence Individual Presentation Quiz
Emotional Intelligence for leaders Group Presentation Peer evaluation
The importance of EI for leaders Group Exercises Assignment
The impact of EQ versus IQ Discuss the model of emotional intelligence
Measuring EQ
The Model of EQ
Differentiate the IQ and EQ communication style
The IQ Communication Style
The EQ Communication Style
Bridging the GAP between IQ and
EQ
Hiring Predictions and Emotional
Intelligence
Week 18 FINAL EXAM
SuggestedReadings and References
Managing Human Resource Local and Global Percpective (Outcomes-based learning) by Diamante and LedesmaTan, 2015
Personnel Management in the 21st Century, 7th Ed., by Perfecto Sison
Human Resource Management by Pedrito Real Pereda& Purisima P. Pereda
Human Resource Management by Robbins, and Verhulst, 11th Ed., 2013
Course Grading System
Class Standing 70%
• Quizzes
• Attendance
• Recitation
• Projects/Assignments/Seatwork/Special Report
Midterm / Final Examinations 30%
100%
Midterm Grade + Final Term Grade = FINAL GRADE
2
Classroom Policy
Be a responsible college student. Instructors create learning environment, however, a student should be willing to listen, ask appropriate questions and do the work necessary to pass the course.
Attend every class. Students are required to attend all classes starting with the first meeting. Non-attendance in any required class or academic activity constitutes an absence. A student who has been absent
in at least 20% of the total class hours shall be automatically dropped from the class roll.
Get to class on time. A student shall be considered absent from class if he/she is not present within the first third fraction of the scheduled class time. In other words, a student is considered absent if he/she
arrives after:
first 60 minutes of a three-hour class
first 40 minutes of a two-hour class
first 30 minutes of a one-hour-and-a-half hour class
first 20 minutes of a one-hour class
Do not make private conversations
Turn mobile phones off.
Respect your instructor. Respect the teaching methodology of the instructor. Should you have issue with the instructor’s information or instructional methods, discuss with her/him privately. Assignments
and classroom activities are at the prerogative of the instructor. Each instructor has the freedom and authority to set the guidelines and policies for his or her classroom (within the overall policies of the
University).
Respect your classmates. Any form of bullying is strictly prohibited.
Consultation Time
Consultation may be done 15 minutes before the start of the session or 15 minutes after the end of the session. The student may also set an appointment with the lecturer for consultation/advising pertaining to the
course.
Prepared by: Enhanced by: Reviewed by:
ASST. PROF. ALFREDO R. SOLIMAN, MBE PROF. ELENA RODIL DR. CINDY F. SOLIMAN
Faculty Chairperson,
Department of Human Resource Management Department of Human Resource Management
Recommending Approval:
Dean
Approved by:
DR. MANUEL M. MUHI
Vice President for Academic Affairs
