International Human Resource Management

Paper Code: 
MHR 424
Credits: 
4
Contact Hours: 
60.00
Max. Marks: 
100.00
Objective: 

The objective of this paper is to develop conceptual understanding of the cultural and related behavioral variables in the management of global organizations.

Course Outcomes(CO):

Course

Learning outcome (at course level)

Learning and teaching strategies

Assessment Strategies

PAPER CODE

Paper Title

MHR 424

International Human Resource Management

CO 146 Understand the importance of managing human resources professionally in view of the constantly changing aspirations of individuals internationally.

CO 147 Understand the foundations of managing human resources in organizations, in terms of systems, strategies and practices.

CO 148 Appreciate the need for well-designed HR policies that enhance employee motivation and performance.

CO 149 Learn the tools and techniques of recruitment and selection.

CO 150 Understand various stages of a performance management system

Approach in teaching:

Interactive Lectures, Group Discussion, Tutorials, Case Study

 

Learning activities for the students:

Self-learning assignments, presentations

Class test, Semester end examinations, Quiz, Assignments, Presentation

 

12.00
Unit I: 
Introduction

Introduction:

Concept of IHRM, EPRG Orientation, Models of International HRM- PCN, HCN, and TCN, Difference between Domestic HRM and International HRM, Environmental influences on International HRM.

12.00
Unit II: 
International Organization Structure

International Organization Structure: Concept, Factors influencing International Organization Structure, Types of International Organization Structure.

Challenges of IHRM: Managing Workforce diversity, Organizational Restructuring and Downsizing, Legal and Ethical aspects of International HRM.

12.00
Unit III: 
International Recruitment and Selection

International Recruitment and Selection: Concept, Selection Criteria, Issues in Staff selection.

Expatriate- Concept, Phases of Expatriate Adjustment, Challenges of expatriate failure; Repatriation- Concept, Repatriation Process and Challenges; Inpatriation.

12.00
Unit IV: 
International Training

International Training: Concept, Training Objectives, Training to International Employees- Cross Cultural, Pre Departure, Language. Types of Global Assignments, Framework For Cross Culture Training- Tung’s Framework, Mendenhall and Oddou’s, Black and Mendenhall’s. 

12.00
Unit V: 
International Compensation

International Compensation: Concept, Objectives, Key Components of International Compensation, Approaches of International Compensation, Variables Influencing Compensation

International Performance Management: Meaning, Expatriate Performance Management, Steps in International Performance management, Issues in Managing performance in the International context

 

*Case studies related to entire topics are to be taught.

 

Essential Readings: 

• Peter J. Dowling, DeniceE.Welch, Randal S. Schulle, International HumanResource Management:Managing people in a multinational context, Banglore, ThompsoSouthWestern.
• Aswathappa K., S. Dash, International Human Resource Management, Mc Graw Hill, New Delhi.
• Mead R, “ International Management,Cross Cultural Dimensions
• Ian Beardwell, LenHolden,1995,HumanResource Management: Acontemporary Perspective,New Delhi, Macmillan.
• Cross cultural marketing, Robert Rugimbana& Sonny Nwankwo, Thomson Asia Pte. Ltd, Singapore
• Ivancevich John, M. and Glueck William, R: Foundations of Personnel and Human Resources Management, Revised Editiion, m 1983, Business Publications, inc
• Gupta C B , “ Human Resource Management”.Sultan Chand &Sons,New Delhi.

Academic Year: 
2020-2021
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