College: Graduate Programs Institute

The Human Resources and Organizational Change specialization focuses on HR management and implementing organizational change initiatives. Students gain skills in HR management, organizational behavior, change management, strategic planning, and employee development, preparing them for careers in HR departments, consulting firms, and organizational development roles.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the principles of HR management and organizational behavior.
• Develop skills in recruitment, selection, and talent management.
• Learn employee development and training techniques.
• Explore organizational change management and strategic planning.
• Analyze performance management and employee engagement.
• Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Gain practical experience through projects and internships.

Main Syllabus:

1. Introduction to HR Management - Overview of HR principles, functions, and industry trends.
2. Organizational Behavior - Study of individual and group behavior within organizations, including motivation, team dynamics, and organizational culture.
3. Recruitment and Selection - Techniques for recruiting, selecting, and hiring employees.
4. Talent Management and Succession Planning - Strategies for managing talent, professional development, and succession planning.
5. Employee Development and Training - Methods for designing and implementing employee training and development programs.
6. Organizational Change Management - Change management principles, including planning, executing, and evaluating organizational change initiatives.
7. Strategic Planning and HR Strategy - Developing and aligning HR strategies with organizational goals and purposes.
8. Performance Management and Employee Engagement - Techniques for managing employee performance, engagement, and retention.
9. Labor Relations and Employment Law - Understanding labor relations, employment law, and regulatory compliance.
10. Practical/Applied Training - Real-world experiences in HR and organizational change settings, such as HR departments, consulting firms, or organizational development roles.
11. Capstone Project - Comprehensive project applying HR and organizational change skills, such as developing a talent management plan, implementing a change management initiative, or conducting an employee engagement survey.

Assessment Methods:

• HR Principles and Organizational Behavior Analysis
• Recruitment and Selection Projects
• Talent Management and Succession Planning Projects
• Employee Development and Training Projects
• Organizational Change Management Projects
• Strategic Planning and HR Strategy Projects
• Performance Management and Employee Engagement Projects
• Labor Relations and Employment Law Essays
• Internship Reports
• Capstone Projects and Presentations

Recommended Textbooks:

• "Introduction to Human Resource Management"
• "Organizational Behavior"
• "Recruitment and Selection"
• "Talent Management and Succession Planning"
• "Employee Development and Training"
• "Organizational Change Management"
• "Strategic Planning and HR Strategy"
• "Performance Management and Employee Engagement"
• "Labor Relations and Employment Law"

Prerequisites:

Basic knowledge of business and management principles, and interest in HR management and organizational development.

Duration of Specialization:

The study duration is typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree in Human Resources and Organizational Change.

Certification:

Graduates can obtain certifications such as:

• Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) from the Society for Human Resource Management
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) from the HR Certification Institute
• Certified Change Management Professional (CCMP) from the Association of Change Management Professionals
• Certifications in specific HR and organizational change tools and programs

Target Audience:

Ambitious HR professionals, organizational development specialists, change management consultants, and professionals seeking to work in HR departments, consulting firms, organizational development roles, and related fields. This specialization equips students with strategic and operational skills necessary to excel in HR and organizational change management, supporting careers in various roles within HR departments, consulting firms, organizational development, and related fields.