HRM 250 HR Information Systems, Project Management, and Measuring HR Outcomes

5 credits

This course covers how to leverage technology in today’s environment to support human resource (HR) activities. Measurement strategies that link HR practices to achieving bottom-line business results are also covered.

Prerequisites: ABED 040 (or placement into MATH 087 or higher) and ABED 046 (or placement into ENGL 093 or higher)

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Describe the management of human resource information systems (HRIS) and how they can streamline transactional HR activities to allow HR professionals to focus on strategic activities
Demonstrate how to leverage technology in today’s environment to support human resource (HR) activities
Navigate the basics of an HRIS program
Identify the criteria/issues in selecting and implementing an HRIS program
Explain how technology can provide decision support mechanisms that allow HR to make short and long-term decisions
Use measurement strategies that link human resource (HR) practices to achieving bottom-line business results
Define and communicate appropriate measurement strategies that support organizational objectives
Effectively manage and retain employee information

Total Hours: 50 Lecture Hours: 50