TROY UNIVERSITY
MASTER SYLLABUS
SORRELL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
HRM 6645
International Human Resource Management
Prerequisites
Graduate standing.
Description
A survey of theory and practice of human resource management in global firms. It addresses
issues of cross-cultural communication and behavior affecting organizational effectiveness in
culturally diverse organizations. MSHRM students will find it beneficial to complete HRM6622,
HRM6623, HRM6632, and HRM6635 prior to enrollment in this course.
Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
1. Describe how features of the international business environment affect the development of
human resource management policies and practices in international and multinational
business organizations.
2. Explain how differences in national cultures and values affect human resource management
policies and practices that will be implemented in a global business environment.
3. Craft global HRM policies and practices across HR planning, staffing, development,
compensation, and employee relations.
4. Identify and analyze ethical issues associated with the practice of HRM in various
countries/cultures.
5. Apply the framework of strategic HRM in MNEs to support recommendations to improve
firm performance.
6. Apply global HRM strategies to business objectives in an apt scenario.
Purpose
To provide a global perspective on human resource management policies and practices beyond a
basic introduction to global issues. The course addresses the functions of employment planning,
forecasting, staffing, compensation and benefits, training and management development, labor
and employee relations, and health and safety in international and multinational firms. Particular
attention is paid to how national culture may affect key HRM activities and functions.
Master Syllabi are developed by the senior faculty in each business discipline. This Master Syllabus must be used as the basis for developing the
instructor syllabus for this course, which must also comply with the content specifications outlined in the Troy University Faculty Handbook.
The objectives included on this Master Syllabus must be included among the objectives on the instructor’s syllabus, which may expand upon the
same as the instructor sees fit. The statement of purpose seeks to position the course properly within the curriculum and should be consulted by
faculty as a source of advisement guidance. Specific choice of text and other details are further subject to Chair guidance.
1 June 2016
Master Syllabus: HRM 6645
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Approved Text:*
Dowling, P. J., Festing, M., & Engle, A. International human resource management: Managing
people in a multinational context. Mason, OH: Thomson/South-Western.
Program SLOs Addressed by Assessment Component:
1. SLO 4.1: Students will demonstrate awareness of globalization and its potential
impact on human resource management practices.
2. SLO 4.2: Students will analyze the impact of cross-cultural issues on human resource
management practices and propose appropriate HRM actions.
3. SLO 5.2: Students will demonstrate effective writing skills in preparing a case study.
Assessments The following materials are required in this course for assessment purposes.
Assignment: “Socometal” case (available from Dr. Heisler)
Related Rubric: Globalization Awareness Rubric – MSHRM Program
Related Rubric: Written Communication Rubric – MSHRM Program
See related “Instructor Guidelines for Administering MSHRM Rubrics.”
Student Engagement:
Instructors in this course will add videos, movies, site visits, guest speakers, service learning
projects, or other activities designed to engage students in experiential and active learning
activities designed to improve skills and the application of knowledge within the business
community.
Optional Reference Materials:*
Hayton, J., Biron, M., Christiansen, L., & Kuvaas, B. Global human resource management casebook.
New York, NY: Routledge.
Stahl, G.K., Mendenhall, M. E., & Oddou, G. R. Readings and cases in international human
resource management. New York, NY: Routledge.
Troy University Faculty Handbook (2010): Section 3.9.2.8 [extract] — essential elements of the syllabus (somewhat modified for space):
1. Course title
2. Course number +
section
3. Term
4. Instructor
5. Prerequisites
6. Office hours
7. Class days, times
8. Classroom
location
9. Office location +
e-mail address
10. Office telephone
11. Course
description,
objectives
12. Text(s)
13. Other materials
14. Grading methods, 16. General supports
criterion weights,
(computer works,
make-up policy,
writing center)
mid-term grade
17. Daily assignments,
reports
holidays, add/drop
15. Procedure, course
& open dates, dead
requirements
day, final exam
18. ADA statement
19. Electronic device
statement
20. Additional
services,
statements
21. Absence policy
22. Incomplete-work
policy
23. Cheating policy
24. Specialization
requirements
(certification,
licensure, teacher
competencies)
Master Syllabus: HRM 6645
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Ulrich, D., Brockbank, W., Younger, J. & Ulrich, M. Global HR competencies: Mastering
competitive value from the outside in. New York, NY: McGraw Hill.
Vance, C.M. & Paik, Y. Managing a global workforce: Challenges and opportunities in
international human resource management. Armonk, NY: M.E. Sharpe.
* Note: The most recent edition is required unless otherwise specified.
Troy University Faculty Handbook (2010): Section 3.9.2.8 [extract] — essential elements of the syllabus (somewhat modified for space):
1. Course title
2. Course number +
section
3. Term
4. Instructor
5. Prerequisites
6. Office hours
7. Class days, times
8. Classroom
location
9. Office location +
e-mail address
10. Office telephone
11. Course
description,
objectives
12. Text(s)
13. Other materials
14. Grading methods, 16. General supports
criterion weights,
(computer works,
make-up policy,
writing center)
mid-term grade
17. Daily assignments,
reports
holidays, add/drop
15. Procedure, course
& open dates, dead
requirements
day, final exam
18. ADA statement
19. Electronic device
statement
20. Additional
services,
statements
21. Absence policy
22. Incomplete-work
policy
23. Cheating policy
24. Specialization
requirements
(certification,
licensure, teacher
competencies)