Academic year
2025-26
Is found in:
- International programmes Business and Law, programme stage 3
This is a single course unit.
Study load:
4 credits
Teaching staff: Spittaels Olaf
Languages: English
Scheduled for: Module 1
This course unit is marked out of 20 (rounded to an integer).
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Re-sit exam: is possible.
Possibility of deliberation: This course unit is eligible for deliberation according to the criteria as determined by the degree programme you are enrolled in.
Total study time: 112,00 hours
Short description
In this course we describe the various dimensions of HRM. We identify the key considerations in the HR planning process. We execute
key processes and activities associated with recruitment, labor market communication and selection. We discuss key concerns in
employer development and consider how employer performance can be improved. We outline the characteristics of sustainable
employability and propose interventions to improve well-being in the workplace.
Educational organisation (text)
- Lectures and/or guest lectures with debates. The discussion with and among students is stimulated
- Practicum: independent research on a specific topic which results in a presentation with other student(s).
- Coaching and feedback by the lecturer.
Learning outcomes (list)
12.4 You have an eye for sustainability and community involvement.
| The student outlines the characteristics of sustainable employability and proposes interventions to improve wellbeing in the workplace. |
13.1 You have an understanding and knowledge of accounting, economics, statistical processing software, social security, human resources management, marketing and sales techniques, and CRM systems.
| The student defines human resource development programs and discusses key concerns in employer development. |
| The student identifies and executes key processes and activities associated with recruitment, labor market communication and selection. |
| The student identifies key considerations and stages in the HR planning process and outline labour market influences on HR decision-making |
| The student recognizes and describes the various dimensions of HRM and the employment relationship. |
13.3 You pay attention to quality assurance.
| The student considers and substantiates how HRM can intervene to improve employer performance in a strategic way. |
Course content
• Human resources management and the employment relationship
• Strategic HRM and the labor market context
• Human resources planning, labor market communication and recruitment
• Selection of employees and the onboarding process
• Managing employee development, performance and reward
• Sustainable employability and managing well-being on the workplace
Study material (list)
Online Learning material on DigitapMandatory Study guideMandatory Educational organisation (list)
Evaluation (list)
Evaluation(s) for first exam chance
| Moment | Form | % | Remark |
| 1st examination period | Knowledge and comprehension test during the examination series | 70,00 | Written exam |
| 1st examination period | Project assignment | 30,00 | HR-strategy plan |
Evaluation(s) for re-sit exam
| Moment | Form | % | Remark |
| 2nd examination period | Knowledge and comprehension test during the examination series | 100,00 | Written exam |
Evaluation (text)
The total examination time consists of the scheduled time plus ¼ extra examination time for all students. This therefore already includes the extra examination time as an individual adjustment.