Module Details
Module Code: |
SKLS |
Module Title:
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People Management Skills
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Title:
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People Management Skills
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Module Level:: |
8 |
Module Coordinator: |
Nigel Whyte
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Module Author:: |
Chitra Meade
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Module Description: |
The aims of the module is to encourage students to develop their understanding of People Management Skills and Organisational Psychology in organisations. These skills will help them to develop a range of definable skills which are pivotal to successful organisational management practice. Specifically, it provides students with an understanding of the skills and abilities at both (i) an individual and (ii) group level that they will need in order to operate successfully in their future careers. Students are expected to attend lectures, engage in self-reflective exercises, prepare for and contribute to class discussions.
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Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Define and explain the key terms, concept, theories and practices of People Management in Organisations |
LO2 |
Identify and develop critical skills and abilities that are required to be successful IT managers and professionals |
LO3 |
Develop self awareness and understanding of own people management style and skills |
Dependencies |
Module Recommendations
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is recommended before enrolment in this module.
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No recommendations listed |
Co-requisite Modules
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No Co-requisite modules listed |
Additional Requisite Information
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No Co Requisites listed
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Indicative Content |
Introduction to Management and People Management concepts
Outline distinction and explain HRM People Management. Identify importance of understanding concepts for successful management
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HRM in Organisations
Understand the main strategies and functions of People Management in Organisations
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Managing Yourself and PDP
An introduction to continuing professional development and personal development planning; establishing your vision of success; goal setting
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Team Leadership and Teams
Team Leadership theories, Characteristics of Effective Leader; Diagnosing your teamworking skills and ability; solving inter-group conflict
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Communication and Presentation Skills
How to deliver a winning presentation; delivery do's and don't; general tips and techniques; handling questions; Tips and techniques for effective verbal communication
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Understand the concept of Power
Identifying sources of Power in teams and organisations
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Time and Project Management
Effective and efficient time management skills and techniques
Tips and Techniques for solving problems and making effective decisions in multiple contexts
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Module Content & Assessment
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Assessment Breakdown | % |
Continuous Assessment | 40.00% |
End of Module Formal Examination | 60.00% |
AssessmentsFull Time
End of Module Formal Examination |
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Reassessment Requirement |
Repeat examination
Reassessment of this module will consist of a repeat examination. It is possible that there will also be a requirement to be reassessed in a coursework element.
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Workload
Workload: Full Time |
Workload Type |
Workload Category |
Contact Type |
Workload Description |
Frequency |
Average Weekly Learner Workload |
Hours |
Lecture |
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Contact |
Lecture |
12 Weeks per Stage |
4.00 |
48 |
Estimated Learner Hours |
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Non Contact |
Estimate Learner Hours |
15 Weeks per Stage |
5.13 |
77 |
Total Weekly Contact Hours |
4.00 |
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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Ronan Carbery and Christine Cross. (2018), Human Resources Management, 2ed. Red Globe Press, p.332, [ISBN: 9781352004021].
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Mick Marchington,Adrian Wilkinson,Rory Donnelly,Anastasia Kynighou. (2020), Human Resource Management at Work, 7th ed.. Cipd - Kogan Page, p.576, [ISBN: 1789664861].
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Ted Smith. (2020), Human Resources A to Z: A Practical Field Guide for People Managers, Edward MR Smith, p.280, [ISBN: 1838077766].
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Lewicki, R. J., Saunders, D.M., Barry, B.. (2015), Negotiation, 7th Edition. McGraw-Hill Publishers.
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Cottrell, S.. (2015), Skills for Success: Personal Development and Employability, 3rd. Palgrave Macmillan.
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Wallace, J., Gunnigle, P. & McMahon, G. (2004), Industrial relations in Ireland, 3rd. Gill and Macmillan, Dublin.
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Bridgstock, R. (2009), The graduate attributes we’ve
overlooked: enhancing graduate
employability through career management
skills, Higher Education Research &
Development,, 28.
| Other Resources |
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CIPD. Business and Management Skills,
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Chartered Institute of Personnel
Development. URL,
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Dept. Enterprise Trade & Employment. URL,
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Equality Authority. URL,
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People Management Magazine. URL,
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