Strategic Human Resource Management and Managing Diversity

Code School Level Credits Semesters
PSGA4011 Institute of Work, Organisation and Wellbeing 4 20 Full Year Malaysia, Full Year Malaysia
Code
PSGA4011
School
Institute of Work, Organisation and Wellbeing
Level
4
Credits
20
Semesters
Full Year Malaysia, Full Year Malaysia

Summary

The module has a dual focus of:

i) the concept of strategy, especially the relationship between organisational and HR strategy

ii) the management of workplace diversity.

It covers:
- strategy as positioning: Environmental analysis, industry analysis and generic strategies; the resource based view of the firm; resources and capabilities; core competencies, strategic intent and corporate imagination
- different models of strategic human resource management, HRM practices, International strategic human resource management.
- the history of the changing workforce and the increasing interest in managing diversity at work
- the concepts of stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination will be examined and the challenges to successful diversity management
- the global context for diversity management
- a social psychology perspective on culture and communication and both within-group and inter-group relationships.

The module uses real-world case studies and organisational scenarios throughout students will develop problem-solving skills relating to organisational strategy, Human Resource strategy and managing diversity at work. Students will also gain practical skills in the critical evaluation of real-world initiatives. This module will be assessed by a group presentation and two pieces of coursework.

Target Students

Any PG-T students from FASS or FOSE, subject to their home programme recognising the module.

Classes

Lecture & Seminars - 40 hours (Intensive Block)

Assessment

Assessed by end of designated period

Educational Aims

This module has four main aims:1) To provide an introduction and understanding of the nature of strategic management with particular focus on the issues of strategy formulation and implementation.2) To equip participants with the skills of strategic and critical thinking.3) To provide a knowledge base in relation to managing the diverse workforce and promoting inclusive workplaces4) To offer a platform for developing practical skills relating to the evaluation of real-world diversity initiatives..On completion of this module, students should be able to:a) subject the concepts of strategic management to critical analysis;b) analyse the environment facing organisationsc) formulate competitive and development strategies drawing on relevant concepts and taking into account broader stakeholder issuesd) demonstrate an awareness of the factors that must be considered in developing an effective human resource management strategy.e) understand the main issues relating to workplace diversity from historical, contemporary and world-wide perspectivesf) ) discuss the main issues and challenges in applying diversity management to real-world situationsg) critically evaluate both theory and practice relating to workplace diversityh) evaluate real world diversity initiatives in relation to their content, process, outcomes and theoretical foundation.

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and Understanding

A1 the theoretical basis of management psychology
A6 Sound knowledge and understanding of strategic human resource issues and the management of diversity
A8 competency in the problem solving cycle to address applied problems, i.e identifying needs; designing and implementing interventions; evaluating outcomes; critical reflection and review
A10 knowledge and appreciation of the need for theory and evidence driven interventions in occupational and organisational settings and contexts
A11 knowledge and understanding of the role of the individual, team and organisation and the interaction between them

Intellectual Skills

B1 analyse and interpret evidence
B2 display the skills of problem-solving and reasoning
B3 demonstrate independence of thought
B4 appraise critically and evaluate
B6 problem-solve in relation to psychological, social and organisational issues in work and organisational psychology

Professional Practical Skills

Cl oral and written communication and presentation
C2 time management
C4 professional and ethical conduct

Transferable (Key) Skills

D1 undertake independent research in own area of specialism
D2 communicate effectively in writing
D3 communicate effectively by oral presentation
D4 retrieve information from databases and the Internet
D6 problem-solve in organisational psychology
 

Conveners

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Last updated 09/01/2025.