Syllabus

Title
4047 Common-Good HRM - Introducing a new paradigm
Instructors
Dr. Brian Matthews, BSc.MSc.
Contact details
brian.matthews@wu.ac.at
Type
PI
Weekly hours
2
Language of instruction
Englisch
Registration
02/20/24 to 02/21/24
Registration via LPIS
Notes to the course
Subject(s) Bachelor Programs
Specialization in Business Administration Course V - Human Resource Management
Course V - Human Resource Management
Dates
Day Date Time Room
Thursday 03/21/24 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM TC.2.02
Thursday 04/18/24 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM TC.2.02
Thursday 05/02/24 09:00 AM - 04:30 PM TC.5.18

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Contents

An overview of the Sustainable HRM debate.                                                                                                                      Economic and Moral background of Common-Good approach.
Scientific development of Common-Good HRM (CGHRM) concept.
CGHRM - Critical Theory nexus.                                                                                                                                            CGHRM - Ontological considerations.                                                                                                                                      CGHRM - Societal grand challenges.                                                                                                                                        CGHRM - Green transition and the SDGs.                                                                                                                                CGHRM - Workplace democracy.                                                                                                                                            CGHRM - AI-HRM.                                                                                                                                                              Implications for everyday HRM policy, practice and decision making.
 

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Learning outcomes

After successful completion, students should:

Have knowledge of the different models which have influenced the narrative around sustainability in HRM.

Have an overview of the background of the Common-Good perspective. 

Be able to explain and define different (economic, ethical) definitions of the Common-Good.   

Have an understanding of the development of the new CGHRM paradigm.         

Be able to show how this has impacted the Sustainable HRM debate and in relation to the SDGs.     

Have the confidence to hold a discussion about alternative and critical approaches towards Sustainable HRM.

Understand how a CGHRM paradigm can be implemented in everyday HRM practice in organizations.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

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Attendance requirements

Minimum Attendance: 80% 
In the first session, by guest speakers and group presentations attendence is complusary.

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Teaching/learning method(s)

To ensure maximum learning benefit and participation, the course is designed around the following methodology components.

Analysis of relevant literature. Feedback from peers. Practice-Input from guests and case-studies. Joint exercises, discussions, teamwork and group presentations. Self-reflection and individual coursework. 

 

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Assessment

Verbal in-class participation: 10%

Group presentation:  40%

Individual Coursework (Essay) 50%
 

Grading key:

  • 90% plus- very good
  • 80% plus - good
  • 70% plus - satisfactory
  • 60% plus - sufficient

 

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Readings

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Availability of lecturer(s)

brian.matthews@wu.ac.at

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Other

Attendance on the first day is compulsary.

Last edited: 2024-01-16



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