This module introduces you to the key aspects of HRM and in particular resourcing and talent planning. You will be introduced to the work of the Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development (CIPD) and begin the journey of mapping your knowledge and skills against the CIPD profession map. On a weekly basis we will explore different HR practices and consider the links between theory, 'best practice' and organisational examples. Through these activities, you will receive constructive feedback from your peers as well as the academic teaching team. Using the knowledge that you develop you will be able to understand the full range of HR processes that take place in organisations and evaluate different approaches to managing HR problems.

The assessment for this module takes the form of the design and delivery of a podcast, this will allow you to demonstrate the knowledge and skills that you have gained in the module. Through the delivery of the podcast, you will also be able to demonstrate and evidence the HR skills that you have developed in terms of presenting to a culturally diverse audience using your developing professional skills and growing self-confidence.

*Course content subject to change