Nova School of Business and Economics

Global Human Resource Management

Code

2334

Academic unit

null

Department

null

Credits

3,5

Teacher in charge

Joana Story

Teaching language

English

Objectives

Provide an overview of the critical nature of managing human resources in international, multinational, global and transnational firms. It explores the complexities of IHRM and distinguishes international from domestic HR practices.

Prerequisites

N/A

Subject matter

  • Globalization of business;

  • Impact of national culture on HRM;

  • Global leadership and global mindset;

  • Frameworks of Global HRM;

  • Staffing and Training;

  • Compensating and Motivating;

  • Managing Performance and Repatriating.

Bibliography

Recommended readings:

Dowling, P. J., Festing, M., & Engle, A. D. (2009). International Human Resource Management (5th Editiion). Mason, OH: Thomson.

Resources

A course website will be used to disseminate information about the course as well as the power point slides for each lecture.

Teaching method

This course will employ a variety of teaching methods including case studies, experiential exercises, lectures, individual and group research, written assignments, and presentation.

Students are expected to participate in all class activities and discussion.

Evaluation method

  • Participation, case studies, homework: 15%

  • Final exam: 35%

  • Group assignment: 35%

  • Group presentation: 15%

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