Strategic Human Resources Management (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Schedule

Detailed schedule is published when the course begins.

Implementation methods, demonstration and Work&Study

Depending on the implementation, learning takes place in contact lessons, independent studies, teamwork and online-studies. The course includes the assessment of one’s own learning.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL)
If students have acquired the required competence in previous work tasks, recreational activities or on another course, they can show their competence via a demonstration. The demonstration must be agreed with the course teacher. More information and instructions for recognising and validating prior learning (RPL) are available at https://www.haaga-helia.fi/en/recognition-learning Look at "Instructions to students (master)"

Intro

Join us to explore different aspects of people management at strategic levels focusing on its role as an enabler of business success! The aim of the course is to give overview of current theories, models and responsibilities of HR both from HR function but also from organization perspective.

Materials

Learning assignments are published when the course begins. Course includes different kinds of individual learning assignments. All learning materials are available on Course Moodle pages.

Teaching methods and instruction

Virtual course based on 100 % student individual working. The course does not include any meetings or teamwork.

Working life connections

The studies and learning assignments seek to mirror everyday business in corporations and other organisations. The learning sessions may include guest lectures, visits and/or real-life cases to be solved. Students apply their learning within their current work environment.

Internationality

Depending on the implementation, student backgrounds and work environments may bring an international perspective to the course. Internationality can also be present through case studies, books, articles and assignments.

Assessment methods

Passed courses are assessed on a scale of 1 to 5. The assessment criteria are presented for grades 1, 3 and 5.

Grade 5
The student’s knowledge and understanding meet excellently the requirements of the course. The student masters profoundly theories and concepts presented in the course. The student uses theories and concepts analytically and critically to explore real-life cases.

Grade 3
The student’s knowledge and understanding meet the course requirements well. The student knows theories and concepts presented in the course. The student uses theories and concepts to explore real-life cases.

Grade 1
The student’s knowledge and understanding meet the course requirements satisfactorily. The student identifies narrowly theories and concepts presented in the course. The student identifies narrowly their implications to practice.