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What you can expect from the subject
Within the AIB MBA, Strategic Human Resource Management is a Core subject that focuses on the business of people – the driving force behind the success of any organisation. As highlighted by the key shifts driven by the innovation and technology boom of the Fourth Industrial Revolution, the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the prevalence of the intergenerational workplace; it is imperative that managers and professionals at all levels in organisations have a strategic understanding of Human Resource Management.
The subject explores the continuously evolving nature of work and the challenges and opportunities this presents for organisations in meeting the strategic needs of a diverse workforce and equips students with an understanding of the role that a robust Human Resource (HR) strategy plays in driving a competitive edge for organisations through attracting, retaining, and developing the best employees.
AIB’s Strategic Human Resource Management subject also aims to equip students with a proactive approach to people management instead of relying on traditional and reactive HR practices. With a strategic focus at the organisational level; students will evaluate and identify not just the current needs of their organisations but also consider the short, medium, and long-term future HR needs and devise strategies to address them. Students will also be equipped with an advanced understanding of HR theories and frameworks and will be able to apply what they have learned in practice to identify and solve complex organisational HR challenges.
| AIB Subject Code | 8003SHRM |
| Qualifications | MBA (General) All MBA Specialisations GCM |
| AQF Level | Level 8 |
| Delivery | 100% online |
| Subject length | 8 weeks |
| Start dates | 2024 MBA Timetable 2025 MBA Timetable |
Subject Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this subject, students should be able to meet the following subject learning outcomes:
- Demonstrate advanced understanding of strategic human resource management theory and its application in practice.
- Critically evaluate and recommend improvements to the existing human resource management strategies.
- Identify and evaluate different perspectives and contemporary trends and their impact on strategic human resource management (HRM).
- Design and effectively communicate evidence-based human resource management initiatives considering ethical concerns.
Key topics such as…
- The future of work
- Recruitment and selection
- Training, careers and talent
- Managing performance
- Remuneration, rewards and engagement
- Ethics and evaluating HR
Subject Faculty
The AIB academic team hold significant qualifications and experience in their field of expertise. Our academics strive for excellence in teaching, learning, scholarship and research so they can deliver high quality, life-changing experiences for our students.
Senior Lecturer, Human Resource and Management Discipline
BBA (Hons.), MBA, MIB (UOW), PhD (UON)
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Senior Lecturer and Discipline Leader, Human Resource and Management Discipline
PhD (Mgmt), GradDip (OrgPsyc), GradCert (HighEd), BSc (Hons)
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Read moreThanks to my MBA, I definitely now have a broader understanding of the different areas of the business. With that, I’m better able to ensure I’m providing a Human Resources service that aligns with the business’s overall strategy and with what the other business units and stakeholders want to achieve.
How you will learn
100% Online MBA Learning
Our innovative Student Learning Portal is your ultimate digital resource for everything you’ll need to successfully complete this subject and your online MBA, with the flexibility to access your learning materials, videos, podcasts and other multimedia on any device. You’ll engage with fellow students and have key concepts explained by your Online Facilitators in webinars and forums.
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In addition to the Student Learning Portal, the myAIB app allows you to download modules and full subjects to view offline to save your cellular data, receive notifications for assessments and webinars, listen to audio versions of modules through Soundcloud and enjoy many other useful features.
The myAIB learning portal app is available on Google play and on the Apple app store.
AIB supports your success
When you study with AIB, you’ll be supported by our skilful team of over 180 academic, student support and professional staff, who will be with you every step of your MBA journey.
Student Learning Portal
- Our innovative Student Learning Portal provides all the resources and support you’ll need to successfully complete your MBA studies
Academics
- Highly qualified and experienced academics
- Practice-centric curricula, innovative learning resources and realistic assessment techniques
Study Tools
- Access to tools you’ll need to successfully complete your degree and excel in your career including Office 365, LinkedIn Learning, Scite_, GrammarlyEDU and Endnote
Student Support
- Dedicated student and enrolment teams
- Supporting you with any issues big or small from orientation to graduation
Online Facilitators
- Each class has a dedicated Facilitator (OLF) and a limit of just 50 students to ensure you’ll benefit from high levels of interaction, relationship building and learning
Wellbeing and career support
- Access to a confidential support service providing personal counselling, wellbeing advice and career assistance
Frequently Asked Questions
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What will I learn in the Strategic Human Resource Management MBA subject?
In this subject, you will learn about the importance of human resource management as a strategic function within organisations. You will gain an in-depth understanding of various aspects relating to managing and developing staff, including recruitment and selection, training and career development, performance management, remuneration, rewards, and engagement.
You will also learn to critically evaluate and recommend improvements to existing human resource management strategies and identify and evaluate different perspectives and contemporary trends. Additionally, you will be able to design and effectively communicate evidence-based human resource management initiatives while considering ethical concerns.
Upon completion of this subject, you will be able to demonstrate an advanced understanding of strategic human resource management theory and its application in practice and apply this knowledge to identify and solve complex HR challenges faced by organisations.
How will studying Strategic Human Resource Management in my MBA help me at work?
Human resource management is of great strategic importance to an organisation. To attract the right talent, develop, and also retain them; managers at all levels should have an in-depth understanding of the various aspects relating to managing staff.
If you’re an experienced HR manager, Strategic Human Resource Management will sharpen your knowledge and skills and add more depth to your current practices. You will learn not only from the course content and your facilitator but from fellow students undertaking the subject too, as you discuss the application of strategic HR practices, challenges and opportunities in the workplace.
Can I specialise my MBA in HR?
Yes, AIB offers an MBA specialisation in Human Resource Management, which prepares experienced and aspiring HR practitioners to move rapidly into more senior roles. Should you choose to specialise in the MBA (Human Resource Management), you will have the opportunity to explore subjects like Managing Change, Managing People in a Global Context, and Organisational Learning and Development to further develop your expertise in HR; while gaining an up-to-date and holistic business education through the rest of AIB’s core MBA subjects.
Learn more about the MBA (Human Resource Management).
How do I apply to study Strategic Human Resource Management?
If you’re interested in studying Strategic Human Resource Management and the AIB MBA, get in touch with an AIB Enrolment Advisor to discuss your application and timetabling.
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