Digital HR (HL00BD78-3004)

The object of the course
Digitalisation and technological transformation affect every organisation and shape the HR field. Work is carried out by means of digital applications, and information is managed and analysed in support of decision-making with the aim of making the processes smooth-running, efficient and productive. Processes are automated and probabilities are predicted with the help of robotics. Digitalisation creates better quality, efficiency and customer value.

Course competences
Learning to learn
Operating in a workplace
Business Competence

The learning objectives of the course
You understand the potential in HR to utilise digital applications for data management and developing HR processes. You understand the efficiency-enhancing effect of HR technology solutions on business and productivity. You recognise the importance of keeping abreast with the current technology trends. You recognise basic applications in HR.

Knowledge of the central concepts and theories of leadership.

HR data, software robotics, artificial intelligence and predictive analytics in personnel management
Digitalisation of HR processes
Digital recruitment process and management of applicant experience
Digital induction process and management of employee experience
Digital competence management, digital learning solutions, eLearning
Service provision and procurement principles for technology applications

Tools
HR digital applications and their utilisation in business operations

Adequate 1
You understand the potential in HR to utilise digital applications for data management and developing HR processes. You understand the efficiency-enhancing effect of HR technology solutions on business and productivity. You recognise the importance of keeping abreast with the current technology trends. You recognise basic applications in HR. Your reporting is unstructured and inadequate.

Satisfactory 2
You are able to explain the potential in HR to utilise digital applications for data management and for developing HR processes. You are able to explain the efficiency-enhancing effect of HR technology solutions on business and productivity. You are able to explain the importance of keeping abreast with the current technology trends. You are able to apply basic applications in HR. Your reporting is consistent, but exhibits minor shortcomings with regard to language and reporting instructions.

Good 3
You are able to analyse the potential in HR to utilise digital applications for data management and developing HR processes. You are able to outline the efficiency-enhancing effects of HR technology solutions on business and productivity. You are able to analyse the importance of keeping abreast with the current technology trends. You are able to compare basic applications in HR. Your reporting is consistent, well-reasoned and in accordance with the reporting instructions, but contains occasional mistakes.

Very Good 4
You are able to assess the potential in HR to utilise digital applications for data management and for developing HR processes. You are able to interpret the efficiency-enhancing effects of HR technology solutions on business and productivity. You are able to substantiate the importance of keeping abreast with the current technology trends. You are able to assess basic applications in HR. Your reporting is consistent, analytical and fluent and complies with the reporting instructions.

Excellent 5
You are able to produce new perspectives on the potential in HR to utilise digital applications for data management and for developing HR processes. You are able to develop the efficiency-enhancing effects of HR technology solutions on business and productivity. You are able to affirm the importance of keeping abreast with the current technology trends. You are able to assess and select basic applications in HR. Your reporting is consistent, convincing and critical and complies with the reporting instructions.

Finnish

The course is 100% virtual.
The course includes webinars and group presentations.

Thematic process method on the course.

Interactive introduction to the themes and learning assignments.
Independent and group study.
Collaborative group discussions and pear learning in webinars.
Flipped learning.
Final assignment alternatives: personal-, pair- or group work.

Guidance during the course will be given by teacher.
Collective feedback about the group assignment.

The grade of the course consists of the group assignment 50% and of individual assignment 50%.

Saramies, J., Törnroos, M.: Henkilöstöanalytiikka. Mittaa, ymmärrä, menesty.
Alma Talent Pro. Available as e-book.
ISBN: 978-952-14-4419-7

Waddill, Deborah D.(2018): Digital HR. A Guide to Technology-Enabled Human Resources.
Society For Human Resource Management. ProQuest Ebook Central.
https://www.proquest.com/legacydocview/EBC/5432839?accountid=11773

Additional materials are informed in Moodle.

Maija Haaranen

Cooperation with working-life examples in HR-field and HR-information system providers.

It is possible to get a brief of the the final assignment from the student´s employer.

Main Campus

Thematic learning assignments are done and returned during the course.
Group work is done according to course schedule.
Group presentations are done according to course schedule.

09.01.2023 - 19.05.2023

135 h of student's work, consists of individual work, learning in interactive webinars and group work.

01.11.2022 - 05.01.2023

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Accreditation (replacement and inclusion)
Recognition of prior learning and experience acquired in other ways
Studification
More detailed instructions can be found from the Degree Regulations and the Study Guide

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Bachelor's Degree Programme in Business Management

Online learning

5 cr

5 cr

School of Business