The Future of Human Resource Management (HRM) (FutureLearn)

Offered by University of Twente,
The Future of Human Resource Management (HRM) (FutureLearn)

Discover the possibilities of the future of people management, from HRM technology and innovation to job design. Learn HR strategies for building motivated, engaged and innovative teams. Rapid technological and societal developments are changing people management as we know it. Whilst there are hundreds of courses and books full of advice for HR teams, very few prepare learners for the future of people management. On this course, you’ll explore human resource strategies that are meaningful to practice, grounded in research, and built for the future.

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You’ll discover why HRM is the responsibility of all organisational members, including employees, line managers, and C-suites and learn why people management practices can only become future-proof through customisation.

Syllabus

Week 1: Introduction
Week 2: HRM Flow
Week 3: Job Design
Week 4: HRM Systems
Week 5: HRM Outcomes
Week 6: HRM Architecture
Week 7: HRM Function
Week 8: HRM & Technology
Week 9: HRM & Innovation
Week 10: Closure

What will you achieve?
By the end of the course, you‘ll be able to...

  • Explain fundamentals of people management themes
  • Explore possibilities for the future of people management
  • Apply people management to an organization
  • Compare different approaches and practices of people management
  • Reflect on current developments in people management

Who is the course for?
This course is designed for HR managers and business leaders at any stage of their career, who’d like to broaden their leadership perspective.
The course will also help you to improve your personal brand and professional value, and increase your employability.
This course is also suitable for students of HR or students interested in people management.

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