Bachelor of Commerce Honours
Business, Commerce and Management Studies - Finance Economics and Accounting
Purpose and Rationale
As a human resource manager operating at a senior management level, it is crucial to apply educational knowledge, skills, principles, and methods to effectively carry out the management functions required for the role.
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Responding to the needs of the community:
- Engagement: Collaborate with local organizations, educational institutions, and community groups to understand the specific needs of the community and develop HR strategies that align with those needs.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Implement diversity and inclusion initiatives to ensure equal opportunities for all community members and create a positive work environment that values differences.
- Corporate Social Responsibility: Develop programs and initiatives that give back to the community, such as volunteer programs, donation drives, or partnerships with local charities.
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Responding to business and industry needs:
- Strategic Planning: Align HR strategies with the overall business goals and objectives to ensure that the workforce is equipped to meet the organization's needs.
- Talent Management: Develop recruitment, training, and retention strategies that address the current and future needs of the business and industry.
- Change Management: Implement effective change management processes to adapt to evolving business and industry trends, such as technological advancements or market shifts.
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In life-long learning and the appreciation of the value of education and society:
- Professional Development: Encourage continuous learning and development for oneself and the HR team to stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and new technologies.
- Mentorship and Coaching: Provide mentorship and coaching to employees to foster a culture of continuous learning and growth within the organization.
- Community Engagement: Participate in educational events, seminars, and conferences to contribute to the broader education and societal landscape and bring valuable insights back to the organization.
By applying these principles and methods, a senior human resource manager can not only meet the needs of the community, business, and industry but also contribute to lifelong learning and the betterment of society. This approach ensures continued personal growth, economic activity, and valuable contributions to both the organization and the community at large.
Outcomes
- Demonstrating and applying practical and theoretical knowledge of the total field of Industrial Psychology.
- Analysing current organizational and human resource practices, systems, processes and procedures from a holistic perspective.
- Planning and implementing a broad range of interventions which lead to more effective general functioning.
- Demonstrating theoretical, practical and analytical skills regarding needs assessment and the satisfaction of organizational and individual needs. The learner will be able to analyse and apply the basic principles relevant to the following:
- Bring about a fit between individual and organizational needs in the workplace.
- Diagnose organizational effectiveness and apply appropriate interventions towards more effectiveness.
- Assess job requirements and candidates capabilities.
- Conduct independent and interdependent research projects which focus on job related issues.
- Determine the nature and determinants of pre-shopping behaviour and post-shopping behaviour.
- Evaluate the appropriateness of a broad range of psychological tests in varying job related situations.
- Assess, diagnose and identify developmental issues at areas in work and organizational context.
- Understand, explain, predict and change human behaviour in the workplace.
Assessment Criteria
Evidence of Learning Competency
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Interventions to Rectify Deficiencies in Simulated Context: The learner will need to demonstrate their ability to identify and address deficiencies in a simulated work context. This could include creating a development plan for a fictional employee who is struggling with time management skills.
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Independent and Interdependent Research on Job Related Issues: The learner will conduct research on a specific job-related issue, such as the impact of remote work on employee engagement. They will need to present their findings to their peers and engage in discussions to deepen their understanding.
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Written Report on Job Related Issues: The learner will prepare a written report on a job-related issue within their workplace. This report should include an analysis of the issue, potential solutions, and recommendations for implementation.
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Compilation of Human Resource Management Policies: The learner will compile a set of human resource management policies relevant to their work and organizational context. These policies should cover areas such as recruitment, performance management, and employee relations.
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Report on Psychometric Results: The learner will analyze and interpret the results of psychometric tests administered in a simulated assessment. They will need to explain how the information obtained from these tests can be applied to improve individual and team performance.
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Script Writing According to Set Standards: The learner will write a script following specific standards, such as formatting guidelines and language requirements. This script could be for a training session, a presentation, or a role-playing scenario.
Integrated Assessment Methods
- Continuous Assessment: Ongoing evaluation of the learner's performance in various activities, such as written tests, examinations, assignments, and discussions.
- Module Credit System: Assigning credits to modules completed successfully by the learner, with a final exam for modules where credit was not obtained.
- Moderation of Assessment Documents: Ensuring assessments align with the scope and context of the competency, and are constructed to assess critical outcomes effectively.
- Verification by Internal Verifiers: Validating assessment results to ensure they are credible, true, and fair.
By engaging in these activities and assessments, the learner will demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and attitude in human resource management and related areas, ultimately achieving the desired competency outcomes.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Honours Degree
- NQF Level
- 08
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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