• Semester 2 (External)

Synopsis

This  unit  focuses on Human Resource Management as a dynamic  process
responding  to changes in technology and product markets and  business
strategies.  It adopts a macro perspective and examines  some  of  the
drivers of change.

The  unit  consists of three overlapping parts. First, the nature  and
drivers of organisational change and restructuring are examined.  This
leads  to  a  consideration of the relationship between organisational
strategies  and  HR  policies.  Second,  current  issues  in  HRM  are
identified, particularly the new organisational structures emerging as
a result of strategies such as downsizing and delayering. What are the
implications  of  such  strategies for innovation?  Thirdly,  Japanese
management strategies are examined as management systems which  appear
to handle change and innovation more successfully.