Related Course/s:

A unit of study in the Bachelor of Business, and an elective in the Bachelor of Technology (Aviation)/Bachelor of Business, and Bachelor of Technology (Air Transportation Management)/Bachelor of Business.

Aims & Objectives:

• Explore the link between HR and strategy
• Learn to critically evaluate the applicability of theory in a given context
• Critically evaluate HR practices from an entrepreneurial perspective
• Practice problem solving skills
• Make HR related recommendations to foster innovation and creativity
• Carry out an entrepreneurial audit of an organisation

Teaching Methods:

Lecture (2 hours), Tutorial (1 hour)

Assessment:

Tests (15%), Examination (45%), Group assignment (40%)

Generic Skills Outcomes:

• Capable in their chosen professional, vocational or study areas
• Entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business, workplace or community
• Effective and ethical in work and community situations
• Adaptable and able to manage change
• Aware of local and international environments in which they will be contributing (eg socio-cultural, economic, natural)

Content:

• Entrepreneurship and influence of HR
• National and industrial-level context of entrepreneurship
• Theoretical frameworks that link a firm’s HR practices with its strategy
• Implicit assumptions on employment related issues made by entrepreneurs
• HR levers that might enhance and support creativity and innovation
• Why firms lose their entrepreneurial edge
• How HR can help organisations reinvent themselves

Reading Materials:

Students are advised to check the unit outline in the relevant teaching period for appropriate textbooks and further reading.