BU 242 - Human Resource Management

Credit Hours: 3

A course of study which will consider characteristics, purposes, objectives and techniques of supervising and coordinating the work of others. Topics such as interview and training procedures, human relations, current policies and legislation affecting labor management relations will be considered.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course the student will be able to demonstrate basic proficiency in a knowledge of federal and state substantive and labor relations laws, will appreciate the advantages and disadvantages of labor unions to both employer and employees, will be aware of recruitment, interviewing and hiring procedures, will possess a fundamental knowledge of human motivation concepts and will be familiar with the function of Human Resources in both the private and the public sectors.

Prerequisites: BU 140 or department waiver.
F/S (C, N, S)