LRM 1005: Human Resource Management & Organizational Leadership      – 3 Units

Course Purpose

The purpose of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human resource management (HRM) and organizational behavior (OB) principles, theories, and practices. Students will learn how to effectively manage human resources and understand the dynamics of organizational behavior to enhance organizational performance and employee satisfaction.

Course Expected Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, students should be able to:

• Explain key HRM and OB theories, concepts, and practices.
• Implement effective HRM strategies, including recruitment, selection, training, and performance management.
• Assess the impact of individual, group, and organizational behaviour on organizational effectiveness.
• Formulate HR strategies that align with organizational goals and promote a positive work environment.
• Critically evaluate HR policies and practices for their impact on employee engagement and organizational performance.
• Improve interpersonal and organizational communication skills.

Course Content

This course includes:

1. Introduction to HRM and OB: Overview of HRM and OB, their importance, and historical development.
2. Organizational Culture and Structure: Understanding organizational culture, structure, and their impact on behaviour.
3. Motivation and Leadership: Theories of motivation, leadership styles, and their application in the workplace.
4. Recruitment and Selection: Strategies for effective recruitment and selection processes.
5. Training and Development: Designing and implementing training programs to enhance employee skills.
6. Performance Management: Techniques for evaluating and improving employee performance.
7. Employee Relations: Managing employee relations, conflict resolution, and negotiation.
8. Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility: Ethical considerations in HRM and organizational behaviour.

Reading Materials

1. Mullins, L. J., & Christy, G. (2016). Management & Organizational Behaviour (11th edition), Pearson.
2. Managing Human Resources in Africa: A Critical Approach edited by Chima Mordi, Hakeem Adeniyi Ajonbadi, Olatunji David Adekoya, and Toyin Ajibade Adisa
3. Pilbeam, S., & Corbridge, M. (2010). People Resourcing and Talent Planning: HRM in Practice (4th edition), Pearson.
4. HRM in Africa: Understanding New Scenarios and Challenges in an Emerging Economy” by John E. Opute.
5. Dailey, R. (2016). OrganisationalBehaviour (Course Text), Edinburgh Business School.
6. Dessler, G. (2017). Human Resource Management (15th edition), Pearson.
7. Robbins, S. P., & Coulter, M. (2021). Management (14th edition), Pearson.