Course Title Human Resource Management
Course Category Major Mandatory
Course Code BBA250103
Teaching Scheme and Credits L T P Credits
Weekly load hours 2 - - 2
Course Objectives
1. Introduce the core functions and processes of Human Resource Management.
2. Develop an understanding of how HR practices impact organizational effectiveness.
3. Equip students with basic skills in recruitment, selection, and performance appraisal.
4. Foster ethical awareness and employee-centric thinking in HRM.
Course Outcomes (COs)
After successful completion, students will be able to:
CO1: Define and explain fundamental HRM concepts and functions.
CO2: Identify and apply basic HR processes such as recruitment and training.
CO3: Understand the role of performance appraisal and compensation in HR.
CO4: Appreciate the importance of ethics, diversity, and employee engagement.
Total – 30 Hours (2.0 Credits)
Unit Contents Workload in Credits
Hrs.
No.
1 Introduction to Human Resource Management 7 0.5
1.1 Nature, scope & objectives of HRM
1.2 Evolution & strategic role of HR
1.3 HRM vs Personnel Management
1.4 Functions & structure of HR Department
1.5 Activity: Create a virtual HR department for a startup
2 Recruitment, Selection & Onboarding 8 0.5
2.1 Human Resource Planning
2.2 Job Analysis & Descriptions
2.3 Recruitment sources & process
2.4 Selection tools: tests, interviews
Induction & onboarding practices
2.5 Activity: Use of job portals: Internshala/
Naukri/
LinkedIn – live demo
3 Training, Development & Performance Appraisal 7 0.5
3.1 Importance of training & development
3.2 Training methods (on-the-job & off-the-job)
3.3 Evaluating training effectiveness
3.4 Appraisal methods: MBO, 360°, rating scales
3.5 Basics of PMS
3.6 Mini Case: Zomato’s rewards strategy OR Swiggy’s
remote model
4 Compensation, Motivation & Employee Engagement 8 0.5
4.1 Wages, salary, incentives & benefits
4.2 Reward & recognition systems
4.3 Motivation theories (Maslow, Herzberg - brief)
4.4 Employee engagement strategies
4.5 Emerging HR trends (gig work, hybrid models)
4.6 Micro-project: Interview an HR professional and
present findings
Textbooks:
1. Aswath Appa, K. (2017). Human resource management (8th ed.). New Delhi: McGraw Hill
Education.
2. Dessler, G. (2020). Human resource management (15th ed.). Pearson Education.
3. Rao, V. S. P. (2010). Human resource management: Text and cases (3rd ed.). Excel Books.
4. DeCenzo, D. A., Robbins, S. P., & Verhulst, S. L. (2020). Human resource management (12th
ed.). Wiley India.
Reference Books:
1. Armstrong, M. (2020). Armstrong’s handbook of human resource management practice
(15th ed.). Kogan Page.
2. Subba Rao, P. (2015). Essentials of human resource management and industrial relations
(5th ed.). Himalaya Publishing House.
Journals & Industry Reports:
1. Harvard Business Review. (n.d.). Human Resources. Retrieved from https://hbr.org/
2. Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). (n.d.). HR Topics & Resources. Retrieved
from https://www.shrm.org/
3. McKinsey & Company. (n.d.). The future of work. Retrieved from
https://www.mckinsey.com/
Online Courses & MOOC Platforms:
1. SWAYAM. (n.d.). Human Resource Management by IIMB. Retrieved from
https://swayam.gov.in/
2. University of Minnesota. (n.d.). Preparing to Manage Human Resources [MOOC]. Coursera.
https://www.coursera.org/
3. LinkedIn Learning. (n.d.). HR and people management courses.
https://www.linkedin.com/learning/
Pedagogy:
1. Lectures and Interactive Discussions:
Core concepts of HRM will be delivered through instructor-led sessions, supplemented by
classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking.
2. Case Study Analysis:
Real-world examples and mini cases (e.g., Zomato, Swiggy) will be used to help students
relate theory to practice and analyse contemporary HR challenges.
3. Practical Demonstrations:
Tools such as job portals (e.g., Internshala, LinkedIn) will be introduced through live demos
to enhance practical understanding of recruitment processes.
4. Activities and Micro-Projects:
Students will engage in hands-on tasks like creating a virtual HR department and conducting
interviews with HR professionals to build applied skills.
5. Group Work and Peer Learning:
Team-based exercises will be used for activities like job analysis and role plays for interviews,
fostering collaboration and interpersonal skill development.
6. Use of Multimedia and Online Resources:
Video content, online courses (SWAYAM, Coursera), and HR-related podcasts/articles will
complement classroom teaching and promote self-paced learning.
7. Industry Integration:
Guest lectures from HR professionals and the use of current HR trends and industry reports
(from HBR, SHRM, McKinsey) will bridge the gap between academics and industry practices.
8. Formative Assessment and Feedback:
Continuous Class Evaluation (CCE) components like quizzes, presentations, and reflective
journals will be used for ongoing assessment and feedback.
ASSESSMENT SCHEME:
Component Marks
Continuous Class Evaluation (CCE) 25
Term-End Examination (TEE) 25
Total 50 Marks
Assessment 2: Resume & Cover Letter Writing + Job Portal Demo
Topic: Recruitment & Selection (2.3–2.5)
Type: Individual Assignment + Demo
Bloom’s Level: Apply & Analyze (Levels 3–4)
Description: Students create a resume and cover letter for a selected job posting and
present a demo using job portals (e.g., LinkedIn or Naukri) to apply.
Objective: To apply recruitment tools and understand real-time hiring platforms.
Weightage: 50%
Skills Assessed: Communication, job analysis understanding, and tech-enabled job search
skills.
