MGT 3513: INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Mississippi State University College of Business & Industry “Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity.” George S. Patton Bryan Rogers Spring 2015

ANNOUNCEMENTS - Review syllabus - Class activity - Intro to HR lecture

Contact Information for Professor  Instructor: Bryan Rogers  Office: 313-C McCool  Department Phone:   Course Website:  Office Hours: Feel free to contact me via or phone, or stop by my office anytime.

What you need to know about me…  I strive to provide students with a structured learning experience so that it is easier to learn.  I strive to do what is right and be fair.  I will probably talk about my dog…a lot.

My advice  Buy the book if you haven’t already.  Show up on time.  Be prepared (do your homework-I will call on you).  Don’t use your cell phone in my class unless we are using technology for a class activity.  Show up for every exam – Make-ups are given during the final exam time

Frequently asked questions (FAQs): 1. What will I learn in MGT 3513? 2. How should I contact Bryan? 3. How do I inform Bryan that I have special needs? 4. Do I need a book for this course? 5. How do I prepare for class? How do I access course PowerPoint slides? 6. How do I register for MISWEB? 7. How will I be graded in MGT 3513? 8. How should I study for exams? 9. What happens if I miss an exam? May I take an exam early or a make-up? 10. How is my participation & professionalism grade calculated? 11. What happens if I miss class, am late, or leave class early? What is excused? 12. What is your policy on academic honesty?

How do I inform Dr. Marler that I have special needs?  If you have special needs due to a physical, emotional, sensory, learning, or other disability, contact the office of Student Support Services in Room 01 Montgomery Hall ( ) so that I can make an effort to accommodate your needs.

BUY THE BOOK!!!  You will need it for almost every single class!!!

HOW TO FIND THE COURSE WEBSITE & ACCESS SLIDES

ONLINE GRADES!

Select correct class AND section

5) How should I prepare for class? Sample Questions 1. What is a line employee? 2. What is a staff employee? 3. Which is more specific – a human resources strategy or a human resource tactic? Question mark indicates you need to look up the answer in your book; I will call on you during class so be prepared!!!

Just a thought: Print slides in Notes View 1. Write your answers below slide in one color 2. Take notes during class in another color

6) How will I be graded in MGT 3513? My goal = fairness  Grades are based on your individual performance rather than effort, personality, potential, or need.  No student’s final grade will be increased for any reason other than calculation error.  Please do not ask for extra credit or a higher grade at the end of the semester.

Course Activities  4 Exams (100 points each) = 400  Class participation = 20  Total points = 420 7) How will I be graded in MGT 3513? Be on time if you would like to take your exam!

Grade Determination Scale 378 to 420= A 336 to 377= B 294 to 335 = C 252 to 293 = D 0 to 251 = F 7) How will I be graded in MGT 3513?

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9) What happens if I miss an exam? May I take an exam early or a make-up? 10) FINAL EXAM! No exams will be given early or late; any MAKE-UP exams will be given during the scheduled FINAL EXAM.

11) How is my participation & professionalism grade calculated?  You will be given 20 points at the beginning of the semester  Participation will be evaluated each time the class meets.  Class participation & professionalism= registering for MISWEB + syllabus quiz + giving correct answers to assigned discussion questions on slides + participating in class activities.

11) How is my participation grade calculated?  Each time you miss an activity, participation question, or homework assignment, 1 point will be deducted from your grade. Participation grades will be updated on MISWEB periodically (after each exam).

 Missing one class period may result in losing several participation points.  Each student will receive 1 “free pass” for a participation activity.  The free pass will not be reflected in your grade until the END of the semester. 11) How is my participation grade calculated?

12) What happens if I miss class, am late or leave early? What is considered an excused absence? LATE = ABSENT Plan ahead for…traffic, lack of parking, bad weather, and other reasons that are not on the University’s list of approved reasons to miss class.

12) What happens if I miss class, am late or leave early? What is considered an excused absence?  If you have more than 6 unexcused absences, you will receive a failing grade regardless of any other grades.  If you have an excused absence, please complete the absence form at the end of the syllabus.

13) What is your policy on academic honesty (aka…what if I get caught cheating)?  Potential consequences: XF, suspension, expulsion

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INTRODUCTION: What is Human Resource Management?

Fundamentals 1. What is management? 1. What is human resource management?

What is management?  ____________________

Types of Managers  Top Managers  Examples:__________________________________  Middle Managers  Examples:__________________________________  First-Line Managers  Examples:__________________________________

What is Human Resource Management? The design of formal systems in an organization to ensure the effective and efficient use of human talent to accomplish organizational goals.

Major functions (systems) of HRM

What are human resources?  People who work in an organization  Human Resources = personnel, associates, employees, team members  3 Types of personnel  Managers  Line employees  Staff employees

Key HRM Responsibilities  Development, implementation, and maintenance of HR systems  Examples of HR systems  Internal consulting  Coaching and counseling

HRM decisions influence… Business  Bottom line  Examples of costs Absenteeism Turnover Lawsuits Employees  Individual standard of living  Compensation  Career development

Why is turnover expensive???  Turnover is ________________________________  Bad hiring = waste of time & $$$  Specific costs associated with turnover _________________________________________ _______________________________________

Jobs in HRM  HR generalist  HR specialist  HR consultant

Opportunities to get involved with HR  MSU student chapter of SHRM  Sign up to be on the list if you are interested!  Society for Human Resource Management  Golden Triangle Human Resource Association

REMINDERS  Purchase textbook  Register for MISWEB – select the correct section  Access MISWEB (go to online grades)  Complete syllabus quiz  Print out slides for next class meeting  Bring slides (and answers!) to our next class  Feel free to contact me if you have any questions!