0083. Organization and Management (3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: HRA 0103.)

Prerequisite: English C050/R050.

Examines the functions and processes of management and organizational behavior, management decision-making, planning, design, and control. Topics include leadership, communication, ethics, diversity, motivation, performance appraisal, human resource management, international business, and how organizations plan and deal with their environment.

0085. Introduction to Human Resource Management (3 s.h.) F S SS.

(Formerly: HRA 0200.)

Prerequisite: Human Resource Management 0083 or 0093 at Temple University or a transfer institution.

An overview of the human resource administration function in organizations. Emphasis on the strategic management of human resources to achieve organizational objectives. Topics include human resource planning, legal environment, staffing, training, compensation, and labor relations, and current trends in human resource administration.

0093. Honors Organization and Management (3 s.h.) F S.

Prerequisite: English C050/R050 (or Honors equivalent).

Open only to business designated Honors students or with special permission. Examines the functions and processes of management and organizational behavior, management decision-making, planning, design, and control. Topics include leadership, communication, ethics, diversity, motivation, performance appraisal, human resource administration, international business and how organizations plan and deal with their environment. Student participation in at least one group project required.

0201. International Human Resource Management (3 s.h.) F SS.

Prerequisite: Human Resource Management 0083 or 0093 or equivalent course from transfer institution.

Focuses on the role of the manager in international organizations and creates awareness of differing legal environments and societal attitudes. Relates national differences to functional areas of human resource administratioin, including staffing, compensation, training, and labor relations.

W310. Organizational Staffing and Career Management (3 s.h.) F S SS. Core: WI.

Prerequisite: Human Resource Management 0085 at Temple University or the equivalent course from a transfer institution.

Acquisition and development of human resources in organizations and career management for individuals. Emphasis on using computers to perform human resource planning, job analysis, recruitment, selection, training, socialization, career development , and withdrawal from work.

Note: Students are strongly recommended to take at least HRA 0340, 0350 or 0365 before enrolling in W310

0315. Power, Influence and Negotiation (3 s.h.) F S SS.

Prerequisite: Human Resource Management 0083 or 0093, or equivalent course from a transfer institution.

Examines how influence, power, and politics are related to effective negotiation and leadership; practical and ethical issues related to negotiating tactics and conflict management are addressed. Experiential and applied exercises facilitate learning effective supervisor and negotiator strategies.

0320. Managing People at Work (3 s.h.) F S.

Prerequisite: Human Resource Management 0083 or 0093, or equivalent course from transfer institution.

Critical management and administrative issues related to group and individual performance and their effective contribution toward organizational objectives. Specific strategies for successful self-management, team building, and delegation will be emphasized.

0330. Communicating in Organizations (3 s.h.) F S.

Prerequisite: Human Resource Management 0083 or 0093, or equivalent course from a transfer institution.

Explores problems and opportunities associated with communication in an organizational setting. Emphasis will be placed on developing personal skills in interpersonal communication, as well as understanding the roles, methods and technologies of communication in today's organizations.

0340. Compensation Management (3 s.h.) F S.

Prerequisite: Human Resource Management 0085, or equivalent course from a transfer institution.

An applied examination of financial reward systems in organizations in the context of relevant theoretical and legal perspectives. Topics include job evaluation, pay surveys, incentives, pay equity, benefits, and compensation strategy.

0350. Human Resource Management and Public Policy (3 s.h.) F S.

Prerequisite: Human Resource Management 0085, or equivalent course from a transfer institution.

Investigates the nature and impact of government and other external forces on human resource management. Specifically addresses the development, intent, and implications of a range of employment laws and regulations which affect corporate human resource policy.

0365. Labor Relations: Strategy and Practice (3 s.h.) F S.

Prerequisite: Human Resource Management 0085, or equivalent course from a transfer institution.

Examines the development and current operations of labor unions, the process and outcomes of collective bargaining and the impact of these institutions on management and society. Practical insights from National Labor Relations Board and grievance cases.

0388. Field Experience in Human Resource Management (3 s.h.) F S SS.

Prerequisite: Students must have an overall Grade Point Average of at least 2.5 to take this course.

Students undertake a research project that integrates their current work experience with their classroom experience at Temple University. The results are reported in a paper prepared under the supervision of a faculty member.

Note: Arrangements are made through the department of Human Resource Administration. Course is open to majors only.

0394. Special Topics (3 s.h.)

Special topics in current developments in the field of human resource management.

0395-0396. Independent Study (1 - 6 s.h.) F S SS.

Prerequisite: Consultation with faculty member and approval of department chairperson.

Arranged each semester.

0397. Senior Honors Thesis (3 s.h.) F S.

Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and Fox School Honors Director.

Independent research conducted under the supervision of a thesis advisor from the Human Resource Management Department resulting in a substantial piece of original research, roughly 30 to 50 pages in length. Student must publicly present his/her findings at a Temple University Research Forum session or the equivalent.