Human Resources Management

This course is designed to develop communication techniques and strategies used by Human Resources professionals. Focus is placed on delivering presentations, producing business and human resources documents and messages, and developing professional communication skills. Further emphasis is placed on policies, procedures, and practices used by Human Resources professionals, legal and ethical considerations in communication, and strategies for working with diverse cultures.

This course is designed to examine financial and managerial accounting principles that are used to make business decisions and impact human resources management. Focus is placed on financial accounting concepts and principles, financial statements, and the basic principles of budgeting. The internal controls and procedures for payroll administration and payroll liability are also discussed.

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the theory and practice of Human Resources Management (HRM). Focus is placed on the major functional areas and developing a broad knowledge base of the field of Human Resources Management.

This course is designed to examine the recruitment process and its impact on employee selection. Focus is placed on relevant legislation that impacts recruitment and selection, the recruitment process, and recruitment tools and programs. Human Resources (HR) metrics to measure recruitment success are also explored.

This course is designed to examine the objectives of compensation strategy. Focus is placed on organizational total rewards programs, industry systems for setting rates of pay, and applicable Canadian legislation. Components of pay, common payroll deductions, total rewards strategies, and pay-for-performance plans are also explored.

This course is designed to apply Human Resources (HR) concepts, tools, and techniques to perform a training needs analysis, develop training plans, deliver learning modules, and evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of learning and development programs.

Prerequisites:

• COMM1284A

This course is designed to examine human resources planning and its impact on an organization’s strategy and performance. Focus is placed on the key steps in human resources planning, qualitative and quantitative human resources forecasting techniques, and developing and applying decision criteria.

This course is designed to allow the learner to work independently in an industry setting related to their field of study. Learners are expected to follow the work schedule of the field experience host. The duration of this course is five (5) weeks.

This course is designed to apply learning from Human Resources Management to an industry partner project. Working with faculty and an industry partner, learners are tasked with finding solutions to a business problem. Focus is placed on application of theory and best practices and using business tools, techniques, and strategies to gain a deeper understanding of Human Resources Management. This course culminates in a final report and presentation of the project findings and recommendations.

This course is designed to examine key elements of employee and labour relations. Focus is placed on collaborative work environments, conditions prompting union membership, opportunities to improve employee relations, and interpreting legislation, collective agreements, and policies. Learners also explore the collective bargaining process and the legal requirements of employee performance management.

Prerequisites:

• SAAL1887A
• ORGA1040A

This course introduces a systematic approach to the concepts and theories behind creating effective workplaces. Organizational behaviour (OB) explores how individual, group and organizational characteristics can influence an organization’s effectiveness, productivity, and its ability to accomplish goals. Understanding organizational behaviour concepts and theories helps contribute to successful organizations.

This course provides an introduction to the meaning of community service.  Students learn how community service can enhance a student’s educational experience, personal growth, employability, and civic responsibility. Students participate in one day of volunteering to enhance their understanding of civic responsibility and to help the New Brunswick Community College realize its vision of transforming lives and communities.

This workshop introduces students to the process of finding employment. It explores the various strategies and resources available, and examines the role of social media.

This course is designed to examine organizational technology and analytics and their role in achieving human resources objectives. Focus is placed on spreadsheet and presentation software, collaboration, time, and task management tools, as well as Human Resources Information Systems for data analytics. Additional emphasis is placed on the utilization of data in human resources decision making.

This course builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in Human Resources Technology and Analytics I. Focus is placed on analyzing human resources data using technology, summarizing data, presenting findings, and proposing solutions and/or recommendations.

Prerequisites:

• SAAL1887A

A safe and healthy workplace is the responsibility of the employer and the employee. This course introduces students to the importance of working safely and addresses how employers and employees can control the hazards and risks associated with the workplace. Students will also learn about the roles and responsibilities of key stakeholders including WorkSafeNB, the employer and the employee in ensuring workplaces are safe.

This course is designed to examine the role of the Human Resources professional in creating and supporting a safe and healthy work environment. Focus is placed on relevant federal and provincial health and safety legislation, regulations, and standards. Additional emphasis is placed on health and safety programs as well as strategies that encourage employee physical and psychological wellbeing.