HRM and Leadership

Aim

After completion of the course, the students should be able to - account for key concepts, definitions and central themes within the field of HRM - account for key concepts and basic models related to leadership - discuss and reflect upon HRM and leadership in practice - formulate and analyze texts in which relevant literature and theories are applied and discussed in a way that shows an understanding for the content, as well as an ability to use scientific references in a relevant and correct way - apply relevant literature to develop analytical models with the aim to learn from practical cases as well as to deepen the understanding of the applied theories - develop, organize and lead learning sessions

Content

Human Resource Management (HRM) and Leadership are two fields of research and practice that are intimately intertwined, and that are of great importance for students’ abilities to succeed well in roles as managers or leaders. The overall aim of the course is to offer students basic knowledge about HRM and leadership by introducing central topics within the two fields of research, and by offering possibility to learn by practice. The core content of the course includes classic as well as recent studies into HRM and leadership, also relating to how these dimensions in an organization relates to strategy as well as operative activities. The students will be introduced to central contributions within research on HRM and leadership, and they will also get the opportunity to apply some of this knowledge in practice. An increased knowledge and understanding of these two areas will provide students with greater possibilities to consciously and in a competent way manage their own future performance and career and also to, in the role as managers/leaders, take on the responsibility for managing and supporting the performance and careers of subordinates. The course also includes elements with the aim of training students in analytical thinking and academic writing.