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| MODULE DESCRIPTOR | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title | |||
| Managing People At Work | |||
| Reference | BS1002 | Version | 4 |
| Created | January 2024 | SCQF Level | SCQF 7 |
| Approved | July 2018 | SCQF Points | 30 |
| Amended | March 2024 | ECTS Points | 15 |
| Aims of Module | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| The aim of the module is develop an understanding of concepts and theories that support effective people management in the workplace. | |||
| Learning Outcomes for Module | |
|---|---|
| On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to: | |
| 1 | Identify and apply relevant concepts and theories to people management issues |
| 2 | Explain and compare the role of HR and of people managers within an appropriate organisational setting |
| 3 | Convey the significance of effective people managers within an organisation |
| 4 | Identify the importance of HR policies and practices in the contemporary business environment and the managers contribution to these |
| Indicative Module Content |
|---|
| Role of manager; Role of HR; People practices and policies; Employee behaviour; Employee differences; Contemporary people management issues |
| Module Delivery |
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| The module is delivered in Blended Learning mode using structured online learning materials/activities and directed study, facilitated by regular online tutor support. Workplace Mentor support and work-based learning activities will allow students to contextualise this learning to their own workplace. Face-to-face engagement occurs through annual induction sessions, employer work-site visits, and modular on-campus workshops. |
| Indicative Student Workload | Full Time | Part Time |
|---|---|---|
| Contact Hours | 30 | N/A |
| Non-Contact Hours | 30 | N/A |
| Placement/Work-Based Learning Experience [Notional] Hours | 240 | N/A |
| TOTAL | 300 | N/A |
| Actual Placement hours for professional, statutory or regulatory body | 240 |
| ASSESSMENT PLAN | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| If a major/minor model is used and box is ticked, % weightings below are indicative only. | |||||
| Component 1 | |||||
| Type: | Coursework | Weighting: | 100% | Outcomes Assessed: | 1, 2, 3, 4 |
| Description: | Report | ||||
| MODULE PERFORMANCE DESCRIPTOR | |
|---|---|
| Explanatory Text | |
| Component 1 comprises 100% of the module grade. To pass the module, a D grade is required. | |
| Module Grade | Minimum Requirements to achieve Module Grade: |
| A | A |
| B | B |
| C | C |
| D | D |
| E | E |
| F | F |
| NS | Non-submission of work by published deadline or non-attendance for examination |
| Module Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Prerequisites for Module | None. |
| Corequisites for module | None. |
| Precluded Modules | None. |
| INDICATIVE BIBLIOGRAPHY | |
|---|---|
| 1 | MULLINS, L.J., REES, G. and MULLINS, L.J. 2023. Management and organisational behaviour. 13th ed Harlow: Pearson |
| 2 | STREDWICK, J. 2014. An introduction to human resource management. 3rd ed. London: Routledge. |