This course teaches how Human Resource policies, practices and systems influence employees’ behavior, attitudes and performance and how Human Resource Management can generate a competitive advantage for firms. To emphasize the relevance of evidence-based management, students will apply the theories and knowledge gained from empirical findings to practical issues and problems.

Content:

•   The importance of Human Resource Management
•   Best fit vs. best practice vs. HR configurations
•   Resource based view & human capital management
•   HR-Roles and the role of line managers
•   AMO-framework
•   Impact on Organizational Performance and Employee Well-being
•   Job Analysis & Job Design
•   HR Planning, Recruitment & Selection
•   Performance Management
•   Compensation & Rewards
•   Training & Development
•   Trends in HRM
   

Language: English

Teacher: Prof. Dr. Claudia Buengeler

Registration and Downloads: You will find all Information on  OLAT.

Credit points / SWS: 5 LP / 3 SWS (2 SWS Lecture and 1 SWS Tutorial)

Dates and Location: For all information about dates and locations please see UnivIS.

Cycle: Lecture: weekly, Tutorial: every second week

Examination Form: Exam

Literature:

• Noe, R., Hollenbeck, J., Gerhart, B., & Wright, P. (2017). Human Resource Management: Gaining A Competitive Advantage. Global 10th Edition. Mcgraw-Hill Education.
• Additional research articles