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 Graduate Studies Calendar 2014-2015 Courses of Instruction Course Descriptions H Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics HROD
Human Resources and Organizational Dynamics HROD
HROD 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
 
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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