Syllabus

Title
2256 International Human Resource Management and Organizational Behavior I
Instructors
Nora Szücs, M.S.Ph.D.
Contact details
Type
PI
Weekly hours
2
Language of instruction
Englisch
Registration
09/24/19 to 10/10/19
Registration via LPIS
Notes to the course
Dates
Day Date Time Room
Tuesday 10/15/19 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM TC.5.28
Tuesday 10/22/19 04:30 PM - 06:30 PM TC.5.04
Tuesday 10/29/19 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM EA.5.040
Tuesday 11/05/19 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM TC.5.28
Tuesday 11/12/19 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM D4.0.127
Thursday 11/14/19 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM D2.0.374
Tuesday 11/19/19 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM EA.5.034
Tuesday 12/03/19 03:00 PM - 05:00 PM D3.0.218
Wednesday 12/11/19 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM D2.0.374
Tuesday 12/17/19 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM D5.0.001
Contents

The emphasis in this course is on International Human Resource Management.

The following topics are covered in class:

- Introduction and overview
- Global Labor Market
- IHRM and Strategy
- Global HR Planning
- Global Staffing
- Global Training and Development
- International Assignments 
- Global Compensation


Learning outcomes
Aims and objectives
a) to review basic approaches to IHRM by studying the exam text
b) to assess theory and current practices in selection, performance management, development and compensation of staff for international work
c) to assess trends and influences on the use of global workforce in international assignments and virtual work groups.

Attendance requirements

This is a course with compulsory attendance. Students are allowed to miss no more than 3 hours without consequences.

Teaching/learning method(s)

The course includes three types of study processes:

-  The exam requires students to learn information about several aspects of IHRM from the textbook.

-  Class sessions provide an opportunity for critically discussing recent theories and concepts at the field from multiple cultural perspectives.

 - At the team presentations students will be informed about a contemporary profession or concept (like digital nomads, intercultural mediators, etc.) that are linked to IHRM by their peers.

Assessment

Written exam (open questions): 50 points
Team presentation: 40 points
Quiz: 10 points

General participation and regular attendance is expected!

The exam takes place at the last session.

Prerequisites for participation and waiting lists

For participants of the Cross-Functional Management program and WU incoming exchange students.

For questions concerning enrolment and waiting lists please contact the CFM coordinator at cfm@wu.ac.at

All students must attend the first class!

Readings
1 Author: Dowling, Peter; Festing, Marion
Title:

International Human Resource Management


Publisher: Cengage Learning EMEA
Edition: 7. Auflage
Remarks: Prüfungsrelevant: Kapitel 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10
Year: 2017
Content relevant for class examination: Yes
Recommendation: Essential reading for all students
Type: Book
Recommended previous knowledge and skills
Basic knowledge in Human Resource Management is recommended.
Availability of lecturer(s)
Last edited: 2019-07-15



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