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MGMT2050 – Staffing Organisations
2020 – Session 2, Fully online/virtual
Notice
As part of Phase 3 of our return to campus plan, most units will now run tutorials, seminars and other small group learning activities on campus for the second half-year, while keeping an online version available for those students unable to return or those who choose to continue their studies online.
To check the availability of face to face activities for your unit, please go to timetable viewer. To check detailed information on unit assessments visit your unit's iLearn space or consult your unit convenor.
General Information
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| Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Denise Jepsen
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| Credit points |
Credit points
10
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| Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
HRM107 or MGMT1007
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| Corequisites |
Corequisites
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| Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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| Unit description |
Unit description
This unit addresses staffing organisations. It examines measurement and decision making in HR selection, job analysis techniques, performance prediction, attraction strategies, and selection methods. Students will be able to explain the role of HR measurement and evaluate staffing programs in a variety of organisational settings. The unit takes a technical approach and both the scholarly literature and applied practices of specialist topics are examined. |
Important Academic Dates
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
- ULO1: Analyse and explain the role of HR measurement, reliability and validity in staffing decision making.
- ULO2: Critically evaluate staffing processes and decision making.
- ULO3: Describe and assess a range of sustainable, best practice staffing processes.
- ULO4: Communicate effectively in both scholarly and professional contexts.
General Assessment Information
Late Assessment Policy:
Late assessment submissions must be submitted through the appropriate submission link in iLearn. No extensions will be granted unless an application for Special Consideration is made and approved. There will be a deduction of 10% of the total available marks made from the total awarded mark for each 24 hour period or part thereof that the submission is late. Late submissions will not be accepted after solutions have been discussed and/or made available.
Note: applications for Special Consideration Policy must be made within 5 (five) business days of the due date and time.
Assessment Tasks
| Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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| Literature review | 20% | No | Week 7 |
| Report | 50% | No | Week 12 |
| Online Final Exam | 30% | No | Final Examination Period |
Literature review
Assessment Type 1: Literature review
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: Week 7
Weighting: 20%
This assessment aims to enable students to examine and critically analyse one topic in depth, to understand some of the activities that make up scholarly research and to see how knowledge is built gradually. Students are required to write an up to 1,200-word literature review based on the scholarly peer-reviewed literature.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Critically evaluate staffing processes and decision making.
- Communicate effectively in both scholarly and professional contexts.
Report
Assessment Type 1: Report
Indicative Time on Task 2: 25 hours
Due: Week 12
Weighting: 50%
The assessment is in two parts - Part A: An up to 2,000-word report (worth 40%) and Part B: Participation in discussion forum (worth 10%).
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Analyse and explain the role of HR measurement, reliability and validity in staffing decision making.
- Critically evaluate staffing processes and decision making.
- Describe and assess a range of sustainable, best practice staffing processes.
- Communicate effectively in both scholarly and professional contexts.
Online Final Exam
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: Final Examination Period
Weighting: 30%
A two-hour online final examination, administered via iLearn, will be held during the University Examination Period.
On successful completion you will be able to:
- Analyse and explain the role of HR measurement, reliability and validity in staffing decision making.
- Describe and assess a range of sustainable, best practice staffing processes.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
- the academic teaching staff in your unit for guidance in understanding or completing this type of assessment
- the Writing Centre for academic skills support.
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
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Required text |
This is an American textbook selected for the thorough manner in which the technical aspects of selection have been addressed. The text is available at the University Co-Op Bookshop and is also available online. E-text information: Students can access the Gatewood Feild & Barrick text via CengageBrain.com which a single destination for print textbooks, eBook, single eChapters, and study tools. http://www.cengagebrain.com.au/shop/FAQ.html has some extra links if students are experiencing compatibility issues. On the left hand panel is a link “Requirement and Capabilities”. For technical help with eBooks or your purchase go to http://www.cengagebrain.com.au/shop/Support.html |
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Unit web page |
The web page for this unit can be found at: https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/ |
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Technology Used and Required |
Students are required to have access to a personal computer and familiarise themselves with iLearn (https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/). iLearn will be used to post lecture slides, assessment details, student grades and as a means of communication between staff members and students. |
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Delivery Format and Other Details |
Number and length of classes: Lecture videos and student activities will be available on iLearn, three non-compulsory zoom session will be scheduled. There are no in-person tutorials. Activities are designed for individual participation. The timetable for classes can be found on the University web site at: http://www.timetables.mq.edu.au/ |
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Recommended readings |
Recommended reading for sustainable HR:
Relevant HRM journals in the library include:
Key research databases for your study of HRM include:
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Inherent Requirements |
None |
Unit Schedule
Please see iLearn.
Policies and Procedures
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
- Academic Appeals Policy
- Academic Integrity Policy
- Academic Progression Policy
- Assessment Policy
- Fitness to Practice Procedure
- Grade Appeal Policy
- Complaint Management Procedure for Students and Members of the Public
- Special Consideration Policy (Note: The Special Consideration Policy is effective from 4 December 2017 and replaces the Disruption to Studies Policy.)
Students seeking more policy resources can visit the Student Policy Gateway (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/student-policy-gateway). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
If you would like to see all the policies relevant to Learning and Teaching visit Policy Central (https://staff.mq.edu.au/work/strategy-planning-and-governance/university-policies-and-procedures/policy-central).
Student Code of Conduct
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/study/getting-started/student-conduct
Results
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
Student Support
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Learning Skills
Learning Skills (mq.edu.au/learningskills) provides academic writing resources and study strategies to help you improve your marks and take control of your study.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Student Services and Support
Students with a disability are encouraged to contact the Disability Service who can provide appropriate help with any issues that arise during their studies.
Student Enquiries
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