TROY UNIVERSITY
MASTER SYLLABUS
SORRELL COLLEGE OF BUSINESS
HRM 6698
Strategic Human Resource Management
Prerequisites
Graduate standing; successful completion of the following HRM courses: HRM 6601, HRM
6603, HRM 6622, HRM 6623, HRM 6632, HRM 6635, HRM 6645, MGT 6615, and MGT
6681. Entrance into HRM 6698 may be permitted with the approval of the Department Chair if
only one core course has not been completed and it is taken concurrently with HRM 6698.
Description
This is the capstone course in the MSHRM program. The course focuses on an integration of key
HRM concepts and practices to support the formulation and the implementation of human
resource strategies to support business goals. Students analyze case studies, identify problems
and their causes, and propose solutions both orally and in writing. A grade of “B” or higher is
required.
Objectives
Upon completion of the course, the student should be able to:
1. Identify features of external and global environments relevant to human resource
management.
2. Describe the role of human resource management in the formulation of business strategy.
3. Critically evaluate the applicability of mission statements, strategic objectives, and
organizational-level strategies in a global environment.
4. Assess company strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
5. Identify and discuss key issues and problems related to the fit between an organization’s
current business strategy and its HR strategic plan, practices, and posture.
6. Describe how firms gain sustainable competitive advantage through effective human capital
strategies and practices.
7. Apply HRM measurement strategies that link HR practices to achieving bottom-line results.
8. In an apt scenario, apply strategic HRM concepts and practices to support the achievement
of business objectives in a global business environment.
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.
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Purpose:
To introduce strategic planning concepts and reinforce the strategic aspects of HRM by focusing
on the application of key HRM concepts and practices in support of organizational objectives
and strategies. Students will also be extensively examined on their functional knowledge of
HRM concepts and practices and their ability to synthesize the content of courses taken in the
MSHRM program.
Approved Text:*
Anthony, W. P., Kacmar, K. K., & Perrewé, P. L. Human resource management: A strategic
approach. Mason, OH: Thomson/South-Western.
Program SLOs Addressed by Assessment Component:
1. SLO 1.1: Students will demonstrate comprehension of core HRM functions and
practices.
2. SLO 1.2: Students will apply core HRM functions and practices to the analysis of
business situations.
3. SLO 2.1: Students will demonstrate comprehension of strategic HRM concepts and
practices.
4. SLO 2.2: Students will apply strategic HRM concepts and practices to support the
attainment of an organization’s business strategy.
5. SLO 3.1: Students will demonstrate an awareness of ethical issues that may impact
HRM practices.
6. SLO 3.2: Students will analyze an ethical issue and propose an appropriate
resolution.
7. SLO 4.1: Students will demonstrate awareness of globalization and its potential
impact on human resource management practices.
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)
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Assessment: The following materials are required in this course for assessment purposes.
Assignment: “Old State University” (available from Dr. Hannay or Dr. Heisler)
Related Rubric: Strategic Application Rubric #2 – MSHRM Program
Related Rubric: Functional Knowledge Application Rubric – MSHRM Program
Assignment: “Xerox Revamps Performance Appraisal System” in Anthony and Kacmar
text.
Related Rubric: Graduate Ethics Rubric
Assessment: MSHRM Competency Exam (external; via TesTrac)
Assessment: MSHRM Capstone Exam (internal)
Assessment: Global Diversity Awareness Survey (administered by Sven Aelterman)
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:*
O’Reilly, C. A., & Pfeffer, J. Southwest Airlines: Using human resources for competitive
advantage (A) [Case #HR1A]. Boston, MA: Harvard Business School Publishing.
O’Reilly, C. A., & Wang, I. Transforming human resources at Novartis: The human resources
information system (HRIS) [Case #HR22]. Boston, MA: Harvard Business School
Publishing.
York, K. M. Applied human resource management: Strategic issues and experiential exercises.
Thousand Oaks, CA: SAGE.
* Note: The latest 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)