Shaping Behaviour and Strengthening Performance (11194.2)
Available teaching periods | Delivery mode | Location |
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View teaching periods | Flexible |
Bruce, Canberra |
EFTSL | Credit points | Faculty |
0.125 | 3 | Faculty Of Business, Government & Law |
Discipline | Study level | HECS Bands |
Canberra Business School | Level 3 - Undergraduate Advanced Unit | Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan 2021) Band 4 2021 (Commenced After 1 Jan Social Work_Exclude 0905) Band 5 2021 (Commenced Before 1 Jan 2021) |
Learning outcomes
After successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:1. Explain the theory and concepts of shaping behaviour and strengthening performance this field of study;
2. Apply dimensions of the competencies and behaviours of an HR professional in shaping the behaviour and strengthening the performance of the workforce and curate evidence for a learning-portfolio and reflect critically on learning and development relevant to the student's professional life;
3. Explain the characteristics of effective practice for shaping the behaviour and strengthening the performance of the workforce and identify how this relates to employee wellbeing and effective individual and organisational performance;
4. Apply and advocate for elements of sound ethical principles and use an array of HR metrics in evidence-based decision-making associated with shaping the behaviour and strengthening the performance of the workforce;
5. Explain the factors driving organisational change, changes in the future of work and the workforce (including inclusion, ICT and internationalisation) that have implications for workforce management;
6. Explain industry research in shaping the behaviour and strengthening the performance of the workforce in a selected organisational context that enhances employee wellbeing and job performance; and
7. Demonstrate clearly in writing the results of research and analysis of organisational HRM capability in a dynamic organisational content.
Graduate attributes
1. UC graduates are professional - employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills1. UC graduates are professional - communicate effectively
1. UC graduates are professional - use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems
1. UC graduates are professional - work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict
1. UC graduates are professional - display initiative and drive, and use their organisation skills to plan and manage their workload
1. UC graduates are professional - take pride in their professional and personal integrity
2. UC graduates are global citizens - think globally about issues in their profession
2. UC graduates are global citizens - adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries
2. UC graduates are global citizens - understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures
Prerequisites
11191 Managing Human Capital.Corequisites
None.Assumed knowledge
Understanding of theory and practice in human capital and human resource management and the broad issues surrounding sustaining the employment relationship.Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Delivery mode | Unit convener |
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2023 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 06 February 2023 | Flexible | Dr Doug Jackman |
2024 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 1 | 05 February 2024 | Flexible | Dr Doug Jackman |
Required texts
Hutchinson, S. (2013). Performance Management Theory and Practice, United Kingdom, Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
This scholarly text is accessible as an e-book from the library's catalogue and will be accessible via the Reading List Icon on the Unit Canvas site.
Submission of assessment items
Extensions & Late submissions
Students are required to complete all assessment items and obtain a mark of 50% or more overall to pass this Unit.
Academic integrity
Students have a responsibility to uphold University standards on ethical scholarship. Good scholarship involves building on the work of others and use of others' work must be acknowledged with proper attribution made. Cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data are dishonest practices that contravene academic values. Refer to the University's Student Charter for more information.
To enhance understanding of academic integrity, all students are expected to complete the Academic Integrity Module (AIM) at least once during their course of study. You can access this module within UCLearn (Canvas) through the 'Academic Integrity and Avoiding Plagiarism' link in the Study Help site.
Use of Text-Matching Software
The University of Canberra uses text-matching software to help students and staff reduce plagiarism and improve understanding of academic integrity. The software matches submitted text in student assignments against material from various sources: the internet, published books and journals, and previously submitted student texts.
Participation requirements
Students are expected to attend the majority of workshops during the semester and to contribute to a positive classroom climate unless a learning contract exists that reflects the student will work independently during the semester and draw on the pre-recorded lecture and resources on Canvas and meet periodically with the Unit Convener as necessary.
Required IT skills
Students must be able to use WORD, research on line and be able to access the Canvas site to obtain resources and submit work on line. Students should also use the URKUND drop box provided on the Canvas site before they submit their assignments as they are responsible for the quality of their work.
In-unit costs
None
Work placement, internships or practicums
The Unit requires students to complete two case studies that are based on project-based, problem-based work situated learning and represent a simulation of work integrated learning.