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 University of Calgary Calendar 2014-2015 COURSES OF INSTRUCTION Course Descriptions H Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics HROD
Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics HROD
HROD 317 321 401 403 405 407 421 449 491 493 559 601 631 691 721 723 725 727 729 731 741 745 789 793 797 799
 

Instruction offered by members of the Haskayne School of Business.

Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics Chairperson — T. Bryant
 
Senior Courses
 
Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 317       Employment Relationships in Canada
An organization behaviour and human resource management course focusing upon interpersonal, team, communication, decision making, leadership and other skills required to be a successful manager. Other topics include job analysis, recruitment and selection.
Course Hours: H(3-1)
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Haskayne School of Business and Business and Environment 291 or Strategy and Global Management 217.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 321       Foundations in the Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics

Energies, skills and abilities of people to meet the challenge of today's organizations; diagnostic skills to recognize and analyse organizational problems; the linkage between effective management of people and goal accomplishment for organizations; current challenges in organizational forms, diverse environments and cultures; foundation for further study of Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics concepts.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Notes: Not available for credit towards the Bachelor of Commerce degree. Preference in enrolment is given to students who have declared a Management and Society Minor. Consult the Enrolment Services website (http://www.ucalgary.ca/registrar/) for registration details.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 401       Competitive Advantage Through People
Analysis of the interdependencies and theoretical foundations of staffing and development programs, design and administration of reward and compensation systems and performance management programs from the orientation of professional human resources management.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 317.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 403       Organizational Analysis and Change
Analysis of process of designing and structuring organizations and experience in the planning of design strategies as a response to change and innovation in the internal and external environment of the organizations.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 317.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 405       Labour Relations
Examination of the nature and role of labour relations in the resolution of issues affecting employers, employees and the public interest.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 317.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 407       Rationality and Decisions
An overview of key concepts in the decision sciences including normative, descriptive and prescriptive models of judgment and choice. This course emphasizes real-world applications of different decision making and decision support models.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 317.
Antirequisite(s): Not for credit with Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 559.01.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 421       Interpersonal Behaviour
Focus on increasing self-awareness, self-understanding and presentation of self. Interpersonal skills development necessary for group effectiveness and team management provide basis for performance leadership. Format involves learning in small groups.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 317.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 449       Arbitration of Employment Disputes
Workplace dispute resolution using arbitration. Topics include discipline, drug testing, surveillance, dress codes, discrimination, absenteeism, employment contracts. Emphasis on legal principles in employment arbitration, data base research, and advocacy skills using simulations, case law and guest speakers.
Course Hours: H(3-1T)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 317.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 491       Lifework Planning and Career Assessment
Persons demonstrate competency in personal and career development by their ability to take personal responsibility for the quality of their lives. Assess skills and values and plan for personal and career development after graduation.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 317.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 493       Business Negotiations
The major concepts and theories of bargaining and negotiation; the dynamics of interpersonal and intergroup conflict; analysis of bargaining and conflict relationships and exploration of individual bargaining styles. Application to a variety of negotiation situations. Use of simulations and written assignments.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of 14.0 full-course equivalents including Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 317.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 559       Selected Topics in Management and Organizations
Examination of selected topics in management and organizations.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 317.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Graduate Courses
 
Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 601       Managing Human Resources
Survey course on managing the human side of business. Development of leadership and team skills.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 631       Managing Human Resources from a Strategic Perspective
Integrated coverage of human resource management theory, practice and research as it applies to the strategic management of organizations.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 601.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 691       Project Team Building and Interpersonal Skills
Leadership style and behaviour; interpersonal effectiveness and self-awareness; project teams; group dynamics; organizational change; application to the project environment.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Notes: Available only to students in the MEng Program (Project Management). Not open to students in the MBA Program.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 721       Advanced Leadership and Technical Skills
Covers increasing self-awareness, self-understanding and presentation of self. The interpersonal skills necessary for group effectiveness, team management and performance leadership will be analysed and developed through small group exercises.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 601.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 723       Organizational Change and Development
Diagnosing organizational situations where the need for change exists and facilitating such changes. Utilization of behavioural science knowledge for organizational problem-solving.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 601.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 725       Organizational Analysis and Design
Application of knowledge of organizational theory and behaviour to organizational analysis and design. Emphasis will be placed on the acquisition of the required analysis and design skills based on an understanding of how organizations are structured, how they function and their relationships with their environment.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 601.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 727       Competitive Advantage Through People
Analysis of the interdependencies and theoretical foundations of staffing and development programs, design and administration of reward compensation systems and performance management programs from the orientation of professional human resources management.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 601.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 729       Workplace Issues
Examination of the employment relationship, with a focus on controversial and significant topics in the workplace. Coverage may include: unjust dismissal; drug and alcohol testing; computer and Internet policies; privacy and surveillance; impact of unions; disability and accommodation; and workplace violence. Modular format with modules customized to meet student interests.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 601.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 731       Lifework Planning and Career Assessment
Persons demonstrate competency in personal and career development by their ability to take personal responsibility for the quality of their lives. Students will clarify their competencies and values and plan for dealing with the challenges faced by mature adults.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 601.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 741       Managerial Decision Making
Examines how decisions are made in organizations and how these decisions can be made more effectively, particularly at the top management and Board levels. Decision making in current business contexts are explored by way of simulations, case analyses, discussions, debates and written assignments.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 745       Cross-Cultural Leadership and Human Resources Management
Leadership of human resources in a cross-cultural and international context; the nature of cultural differences; influence on organizational processes and practices such as communication, leadership, decision-making, team dynamics, staffing, performance management and organizational design, and implications for those holding international managerial roles.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 789       Seminar in the Management of Human Resources
Intensive study and discussion of current literature, research and issues with respect to selected topics in the management of human resources.
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 601 or consent of the Haskayne School of Business.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 793       Business Negotiations
The major concepts and theories of negotiation; the dynamics of interpersonal and intergroup conflict; analysis of negotiation strategies and individuals styles. Application to a broad range of business negotiations. Use of simulations and written assignments.
Course Hours: H(3-0)
Prerequisite(s): Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 601.
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Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 797       Advanced Seminar in Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics

Course Hours: H(3S-0)
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Haskayne School of Business.
MAY BE REPEATED FOR CREDIT
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PhD Course
 
Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics 799       Doctoral Seminars in Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics

799.01. Organizational Behaviour

799.02. Organization Theory

799.03. Industrial Relations

799.05. Interorganizational Relationships: Creating and Managing Strategic Alliances
Course Hours: H(3S-0)
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