Human Resources Management

About

The aim of the course is to introduce students to basic terminology and key areas of human resource management as an integral part of the comprehensive organizational management process. The course emphasizes understanding the strategic role of human resources and recognizing the importance of the human factor as a specific and hardly replaceable resource in contemporary society. Particular attention is paid to recruitment and selection, employee onboarding and adaptation, training and development, performance appraisal, motivation, and compensation, as well as to occupational health and safety (OHS) and workplace ergonomics. The course also introduces current trends in human resource management and its links to other managerial disciplines. During seminars, the topics are practiced in an interactive and engaging manner through case studies, brainstorming exercises, discussions, and role-playing, enabling students to apply theoretical knowledge in model situations and to develop their communication, analytical, and teamwork skills.

Objectives
Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to:

Knowledge and Understanding
explain the fundamental concepts, principles, and processes of human resource management within an organization;
characterize key HR areas, including HR strategy, workforce planning, recruitment, onboarding,
employee development, performance appraisal, and remuneration;
describe the principles of ergonomics and occupational health and safety as integral components of effective human resource management.

Skills Development
communicate effectively in professional and academic environments and present the results of their work;
collaborate within a team during tasks, discussions, and interactive activities;
use analytical and critical thinking when interpreting HR and OHS‑related scenarios;
reflect on their own approach to communication, decision‑making, and cooperation in the workplace

Course leader

Ing. Eva Hoke, Ph.D. and Ing. Slavomíra Vargová, Ph.D.

Target group

The course will be structured as a two‑week module taught by two instructors. During the first week, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of human resource management, including key principles and basic terminology of the field. The second week will focus on occupational health and safety (OHS) and workplace ergonomics as essential components of effective management of working conditions. The course will emphasize interactivity, the completion of assigned tasks, and the active participation of students. This approach will enable learners to apply theoretical concepts in practice, engage with real and modelled situations, and develop a deeper understanding of HR and OHS topics through experiential learning

Course aim

Upon completing the course, students will possess fundamental knowledge of human resource management and its key processes, including HR strategy, planning, recruitment, employee development, performance appraisal, and remuneration. They will understand the importance of corporate culture, ergonomics, and occupational health and safety as integral components of effective human resource management. Graduates of the course will be able to apply the acquired knowledge in both model and practical situations, analyse personnel-related issues within an organization, propose basic HR measures, and communicate effectively in a professional environment. They will also develop essential teamwork, analytical, and presentation skills

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