HKDRPNP030 Human Resources and Self-Management

Faculty of Philosophy and Science in Opava
Winter 2021
Extent and Intensity
1/1/0. 3 credit(s). Type of Completion: z (credit).
Teacher(s)
Ing. Bc. Michal Motyčka, Ph.D. (lecturer)
Ing. Jana Stuchlíková (lecturer)
Ing. Bc. Michal Motyčka, Ph.D. (seminar tutor)
Ing. Jana Stuchlíková (seminar tutor)
Guaranteed by
Ing. Bc. Michal Motyčka, Ph.D.
Institute of Historical Sciences – Faculty of Philosophy and Science in Opava
Timetable
each even Monday 11:25–13:00 H1
  • Timetable of Seminar Groups:
HKDRPNP030/A: each even Monday 13:05–14:40 H8, M. Motyčka
Course Enrolment Limitations
The course is also offered to the students of the fields other than those the course is directly associated with.
fields of study / plans the course is directly associated with
Course objectives
The course focuses on human resource management as a strategic management activity in all types of organizations. The aim of the course is to familiarize with the development of the concept of human resources activities, with the basic characteristics, methods and procedures in the field of human resources, with modern approaches and trends in human resources management with emphasis on need for effective performance of managerial work. The course also includes self-management, i.e. forms and methods of self-awareness, self-reflection, self-awareness and self-evaluation as basic prerequisites for personal development. Students not only acquire theoretical knowledge related to human resource management, but also acquire a range of practical skills, including methods of self-awareness, self-evaluation, self-motivation, concentration of attention, self-regulation of emotions, methods of time management and coping with stress, conflict and frustration. It focuses on coping with daily responsibilities, tasks, negotiations, decision-making, behaviour, planning and meeting plans and deadlines, etc. On the basis of understanding oneself, the student is able to understand others, is able to solve problems constructively, is able to introspect, is able to control his/her emotions, is able to recognize which emotions prevail in his/her communication partner, and consequently chooses the appropriate way of communication. Understanding the objectives, content and subject matter is not only desirable in terms of a comprehensive university education; it is also an entry into the process of lifelong learning, which is essential in today's turbulent society.
Syllabus
  • 1. Introduction to the subject, terminology, literature and information sources, requirements for graduation.
  • 2. The concept of human resource management, strategic human resource management.
  • 3. The role of the HR department and HR specialists, work organisation and work environment.
  • 4. Planning, recruitment and selection of staff.
  • 5. Placement and dismissal of staff.
  • 6. Performance management and staff evaluation.
  • 7. Motivation programmes and staff rewards.
  • 8. Staff training and development, career management. 9. Health, safety and care of workers.
  • 10. HR information systems and HR documentation.
  • 11. Ethical dimension of human resource management, employee relations.
  • 12. Self-awareness and self-reflection.
  • 13. Self-management.
Literature
    required literature
  • ARMSTRONG, M., TAYLOR, S. Řízení lidských zdrojů. Praha, Grada Publishing, 2015. ISBN 9788024752587. info
  • Koubek, J. Řízení lidských zdrojů – základy moderní personalistiky. Praha 2015.
  • Plamínek, J. Sebepoznání, sebeřízení a stres. Praha 2013.
    recommended literature
  • BEDRNOVÁ, E. A KOL. Management osobního rozvoje. Praha: Management Press, 2009. info
  • Dvořáková, Z. a kol. Řízení lidských zdrojů. Praha 2012.
  • Gross, S. F. Vztahová inteligence. Praha 2011.
  • Gruber, D. Time management. Praha 2017.
  • Kuneš, D. Sebepoznání. Praha 2019.
  • McKeown, A. – Wright, R. Professional English in Use Management. Cambridge, 2011.
  • Mondy, R. Human resource management. Harlow 2014.
  • NEŠPOR, Karel. Sebeovládání: stres, rizikové emoce a bažení lze zvládat! Praha: Portál, 2013. ISBN 978-80-262-0482-4. info
  • Šikýř, M. Nejlepší praxe v řízení lidských zdrojů. Praha 2014.
  • Štrach, P. Mezinárodní management. Praha 2009.
  • Ulrich, D. a kol. Nová éra řízení lidských zdrojů. Praha 2014.
  • VEBER, J. kol. Management. Základy, moderní manažerské přístupy, výkonnost a prosperita. Praha, 2009. info
  • VODÁK, J., KUCHARČÍKOVÁ, A. Efektivní vzdělávání zaměstnanců. Praha: Grada, 2011. ISBN 978-80-247-3651-8. info
Assessment methods
Written test. Attendance at course (75%); active approach; paper.
Language of instruction
Czech
Further Comments
Study Materials
The course is also listed under the following terms Winter 2020, Winter 2022, Winter 2023.
  • Enrolment Statistics (Winter 2021, recent)
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