2BC3 W2020 Lecture 1 - Introduction To HR
2BC3 W2020 Lecture 1 - Introduction To HR
2BC3 W2020 Lecture 1 - Introduction To HR
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Instructor Information
• Email: [email protected]
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TA Information
• Jennifer Ho
• Email: [email protected]
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• Intro to HR • Training & Development
• Strategic HRM • Performance
• Job design & analysis management
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Class Format
• Discussions
• Will provide opportunities to observe, apply, and discuss course
concepts
• Videos, current events, etc.
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Learning in this class
• Mutual responsibility
Old edition??
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Course Website
• Avenue to Learn
• http://avenue.mcmaster.ca
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Miss a class?
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• Two Mid-Terms – 25% each
• Final – 25%
• Assignment – 25%
• Part 1 – 2%
• Part 2 – 10%
• Part 3 – 13%
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Exams
• Midterm Exam
• Friday, February 7 at 7:00 p.m. (25%)
• Friday, March 13 at 7:00 p.m. (25%)
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Assignment
Due Dates:
Part 1 – Friday, February 14 by 11:59 p.m.
Part 2 – Friday, March 6 by 11:59 p.m.
Part 3 – Friday, April 3 by 11:59 p.m.
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Lecture Overview
• Introduction to HRM
• Definition
• Key activities of HRM
• Ethical considerations
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So let’s get started…
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How has HR evolved?
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Major HRM Responsibilities
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Major HRM Responsibilities
• Ensuring organizational strategy is achieved by:
• Preparing employees for current/future jobs (talent
management, training & development)
• Supporting and evaluating employee performance
• Setting up compensation program
• Rewarding & motivating employees (compensation)
• Creating engaging, healthy work environment
(employee & labour relations, H&S)
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Who does HRM?
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The HR Professional
• CHRP
• Certified Human Resources Professional designation
• Requirements
• Academic – coursework, etc.
• Knowledge Exam
• Experience/Professional assessment
• Ontario has in recent years introduced 3 levels
• CHRP, CHRL (Leader), CHRE (Executive)
• See www.cchra.ca and www.hrpa.ca for info
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The HR Profession
• To be successful…
• Need to understand how business works
• Remain current on relevant laws
• Manage interactions with and between others
• Provide guidance
• Lead and navigate
• Clearly communicate
• Manage HR both within and across borders
• Maintain confidentiality
• Critically evaluate information and make sound
recommendations
Challenges facing Canadian
Organizations
1. Sustainability
2. Globalization
3. Technology
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Sustainability
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Sustainability
• Includes:
• Providing value for shareholders
• Providing quality products & services for customers
• Providing employment for society
• Providing meaningful work for employees
• Corporate social / environmental responsibility
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Sustainability
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Sustainability
• Intangible Assets:
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Global Challenge
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Global Challenge
• Other strategies include…
• Outsourcing – having another company provide
services
• Offshoring – moving work to another country with
lower labour costs
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Global Challenge
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Technological Challenges
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Ethical Considerations
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Ethical Issues in Organizations
• Ethics
• Standards of conduct and moral judgment that
determines right and wrong behaviour.
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Ethical Issues in Organizations
• Unethical behaviour
• Behaviour that has harmful effects on other people;
and
• Is considered inappropriate or morally unacceptable
by others in a group, organization, or society at large
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Ethical Issues in Organizations
• Unethical behaviour
• US survey found that 45% witnessed unethical
behaviour in their workplace
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Ethical Issues in Organizations
• Ethical dilemma
• When 2 or more values are in conflict
• Often fall in “grey area” between what is illegal and
what is widely agreed upon as being good and right
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Video – Dan Ariely
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Ethical Issues in Organizations
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“Should” vs “Want” Self
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Ethics Scenarios
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Questions/Comments
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