Key facts
UNE unit code: MM333
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- Trimester 1 - Online
- Armidale Campus
- Yes
- Yes
- No
- 6
Unit information
To achieve optimal results from a workforce, business managers must effectively deploy the human resources they have available, and train and develop those people to perform at their best. Studying this unit will equip you with skills and knowledge in workforce planning and employee development that are valuable in every workplace.
In this unit’s workforce planning module, you will explore key factors influencing the demand and supply of labour and investigate techniques used in demand and supply forecasting. You will examine the links between strategic workforce planning and achieving organisational objectives.
In the employee development module, you will learn how to design, implement, and evaluate a range of training and development initiatives aimed at helping organisations to attract, develop, motivate, and retain productive and engaged employees.
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| Teaching period | Mode/location |
|---|---|
| Trimester 1 | Online |
*Offering is subject to availability
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| Start | Finish | Duration | Attendance | Offerings | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TBA | TBA | 2 days | Non-Mandatory Intensive School | Trimester 1, Online | Non-Mandatory Intensive School, to be hosted online. |
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Notes
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Learning outcomes
Upon completion of this unit, students will be able to:
- demonstrate a broad and coherent understanding of the key theories, concepts and tools related to strategic workforce planning and its practical application in contemporary contexts;
- demonstrate a broad and comprehensive understanding of the key theories, concepts and tools used in designing, implementing and evaluating employee development programs/initiatives;
- use a range of cognitive and communication skills to review, analyse, consolidate and synthesise relevant information drawn from a range of sources in order to demonstrate critical thinking and judgement in solving complex human resource related problems;
- work independently and/or collaboratively to plan and execute tasks to enhance professional knowledge and skills in the area of workforce planning and employee development; and
- demonstrate the ability to recognise, reflect on, and respond appropriately to a range of ethical, cultural or social issues influencing the practice of workforce planning and employee development.
Assessment information
Assessments are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
| Title | Must Complete | Weight | Offerings | Assessment Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment 1 | Yes | 30% | All offerings | Workforce Planning Report No. Words: 1500 |
| Assignment 2 | Yes | 20% | All offerings | Individual Reflection Essay No. Words: 1000 |
| Assignment 3 | Yes | 50% | All offerings | Human Resource Development Proposal (Employee Development) No. Words: 2500 |
Learning resources
Textbooks are subject to change up to 8 weeks prior to the start of the teaching period in which you are undertaking the unit.
Note: Students are expected to purchase prescribed material. Please note that textbook requirements may vary from one teaching period to the next.
Human Resource Development: From Theory into Practice
ISBN: 9781529732122
Sadler-Smith, E, SAGE Publications 1st ed. 2022
Text refers to: All offerings
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