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MGMT3028 – Strategic Human Resource Management

2025 – Session 1, Online-scheduled-weekday

General Information

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Unit convenor and teaching staff Unit convenor and teaching staff
Hector Viveros Tapia
hector.viveros@mq.edu.au
Credit points Credit points
10
Prerequisites Prerequisites
130cp at 1000 level or above
Corequisites Corequisites
MGMT3002 or MGMT3007 or MGMT3017
Co-badged status Co-badged status
Unit description Unit description

This unit is aimed at teaching students to apply knowledge and skills gained in human resources management (HRM) in an integrated way to organisations. The unit reviews and applies theoretical perspectives on strategic HRM to case studies of organisations. It provides the intellectual and practical tools for students to evaluate various approaches to the conception, planning, implementation and evaluation of strategic policy and practice in key functional areas of HRM. Students will develop graduate capabilities in critical, analytical and integrative thinking and effective communication in relation to the development of strategic responses to contemporary HR issues.

Important Academic Dates

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Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:

  • ULO1: Critically analyse and communicate the strategic role that key HR theories and practices have in determining the success of an organisation.
  • ULO2: Evaluate the role HR metrics play in strategic decision making within an organisation.
  • ULO3: Analyse the impact of strategic HRM in the context of the modern organisation.

General Assessment Information

Late Assessment Submission Penalty

Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, a 5% penalty (of the total possible mark) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends). After the 7th day, a grade of ‘0’ will be awarded even if the assessment is submitted. Submission time for all written assessments is set at 11.55pm. A 1-hour grace period is provided to students who experience a technical concern.  For any late submissions of time-sensitive tasks, such as scheduled tests/exams, performance assessments/presentations, and/or scheduled practical assessments/labs, students need to apply for Special Consideration.

This penalty does not apply for cases in which an application for Special Consideration is made and approved. 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
Professional practice: Strategic HRM 30% No 04/04/2025
Skills development: Managing human resources 30% No 16/05/2025
Professional practice: Strategic HRM in practice 40% No 26/05/2025

Professional practice: Strategic HRM

Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: 04/04/2025
Weighting: 30%

 

The purpose of this assessment is to develop your critical thinking skills and understanding of contemporary issues in Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) through independent research and analysis.   You will explore and critically evaluate a specific contemporary issue in SHRM, using independent research to identify key challenges, trends, and implications for organisations.   Skills in focus:   - Critical Thinking - Research and Analysis - Application of SHRM Concepts - Written Communication   Deliverable: Written report [max. 1,500 words] Individual assessment

 
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Critically analyse and communicate the strategic role that key HR theories and practices have in determining the success of an organisation.
  • Evaluate the role HR metrics play in strategic decision making within an organisation.

Skills development: Managing human resources

Assessment Type 1: Reflective Writing
Indicative Time on Task 2: 15 hours
Due: 16/05/2025
Weighting: 30%

 

The purpose of this assessment is for you to critically reflect on your engagement and contributions during tutorials, as well as to develop a structured plan for your future learning and professional development.   You will identify and analyse your contributions, evaluate your impact on group discussions and activities, and articulate your plans for continued growth, supported by evidence and artefacts from your learning journey.   Skills in focus: Self-Reflection Communication Skills Goal Setting Application of theoretical concepts   Deliverable: Written report [max. 1,800 words, excluding supporting materials in appendices] Individual assessment

 
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Critically analyse and communicate the strategic role that key HR theories and practices have in determining the success of an organisation.
  • Evaluate the role HR metrics play in strategic decision making within an organisation.
  • Analyse the impact of strategic HRM in the context of the modern organisation.

Professional practice: Strategic HRM in practice

Assessment Type 1: Project
Indicative Time on Task 2: 25 hours
Due: 26/05/2025
Weighting: 40%

 

The purpose of this assessment is to develop your ability to analyse real-life Human Resource Management (HRM) issues and connect them to HRM strategy and theory.   You will investigate a real-world HRM issue, analyse its alignment with HRM strategy, and apply relevant theoretical frameworks to propose solutions or insights.   Skills in focus: Critical Analysis Application of HRM Strategy and Theory Problem-Solving Communication and Presentation Skills   Deliverable: Presentation [5 minutes], written report [max. 1,800 words) Individual assessment

 
On successful completion you will be able to:
  • Critically analyse and communicate the strategic role that key HR theories and practices have in determining the success of an organisation.
  • Analyse the impact of strategic HRM in the context of the modern organisation.

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

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Unit information based on version 2025.03 of the Handbook