1. business and industrial
2. business operations
3. human resources

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人力資源管理文憑課程
Diploma Programme in Human Resource Management
Introduction
The global economy is complex and companies are always in competition with each other. In order to perform well,
many organisations aim at raising their returns by exploring new business opportunities, minimizing expenses and fully
utilising their limited resources. Human resource is the most valuable and unique asset which represents one of the
largest investments in an organisation. Effective management of human resource is vital because it can enhance staff
productivity and efficiency, and help to strengthen organisational performance.
This Programme is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and skills to those who are interested in human
resource management and to increase the expertise of practitioners in this field. It integrates academic and practical
aspects of human resource management and aims at providing participants with up-to-date knowledge, skills,
techniques and training which will enable them to make wise decision in managing and developing human resource in
the ever-changing business environment.
Objectives
The objectives of this Programme are:
(a) To provide fundamental and comprehensive knowledge and skills to participants who are interested to develop their
career in human resource management; and
(b) To equip existing practitioners with up-to-date knowledge and all-rounded practical skills and techniques in human
resource management with a view to further developing their career, and preparing them for further studies in the
related discipline.
Programme Duration and Structure
This Programme consists of 9 modules with a total of 288 contact hours. Participants will take about 15 months to
complete the Programme by part-time study mode.
Modules:
Principles of Management
Organisational Behaviour
Human Resource Planning and Staffing
Training and Development
Compensation Management
Performance Management
Employee Relations
Legal Aspects of Human Resource Management
Information Technology and Human Resource Management
Total: 288 hours
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Delivery Mode
This Programme will be delivered by face-to-face instruction. Lectures and case studies will be arranged to facilitate
participants’ learning.
Medium of Instruction
Teaching activities will be conducted in Cantonese, supplemented by English. Learning materials will be mainly in
English. All assessments will be in English.
Admission Requirements
Applicants seeking admission to the Programme should:
(a) Have a minimum of 5 passes in HKCEE, and at least 3 years' related working experiences; OR
(b) Have Level 2 or above in 5 subjects in Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE), and at least 2 years'
related working experience; OR
(c) A Certificate/Diploma in business related disciplines offered by CUSCS, or its equivalent from other recognized
institutions; OR
(d) Be mature student at the age of 21 or above with at least 5 years' related working experience. OR
(e) Be holder of a recognized degree.
Award of Diploma
Participants' performance is monitored and assessed on a continuous basis through class participation, assignments,
final examination and group project.
To qualify for the award of the Diploma in Human Resource Management, participants must:
(a) achieve an attendance rate of at least 70%; and
(b) pass in the assessment of each module; and
(c) successfully complete a programme group project.
Teaching Faculty
Qualified teaching staff will be drawn from local universities and related sectors, mostly with a higher degree and a
minimum of two years' teaching experience in the relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience.
Tuition Fee
The tuition fee for the entire programme covering 9 modules is HK$26,000.
Participants are required to pay the tuition fee in 2 instalments, HK$16,000 is payable upon receipt of official notice of
admission and HK$10,000 is payable before the commencement of the second semester.
(Fee paid is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances.)
Closing Date for Application
31 March 2015
Programme Starting Date, Time and Class Venue
The programme will commence on mid April 2015. Classes will be held on Tuesday and Friday evenings (7:00 pm to
10:00pm) at SCS Tsim Sha Tsui East Ocean Learning Centre, 98 Granville Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon
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Application procedure
A completed enrolment form must be accompanied by the followings:
Copies of degree or other educational certificates; and
An enrolment fee of HK$150 by crossed cheque or money order payable to "The Chinese University of Hong
Kong" or by credit card.
Please send the above to:
Programme Coordinator
Diploma Programme in Human Resource Management
School of Continuing and Professional Studies
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
Tsui Lam Estate, Tseung Kwan O
(Fee paid is non-refundable and non-transferable under any circumstances.)
Insufficient documents submitted may result in delay in processing the application.
Upon acceptance for admission to the Programme, applicants will be notified by letter to pay the tuition fee.
Enquiry
Telephone: 3943 9128 / 3943 9045
Fax: 2770 8275
Email: [email protected]
Web-site: www.scs.cuhk.edu.hk
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Programme Content
Principles of Management
Contact Hours : 32 hours
Participants will have an overview on the development of management theories and management functions from both
the theoretical and practical points of view. It will help participants understand the roles of a manager in the following
areas: planning, decision-making, organising, leading, employee management, and control. It also covers an
introduction to the nature of organisations in relation to management practices.
Module Outline
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Business environment in local and global contexts
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Nature of organisations
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Evolution and theories of management
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Foundations of planning, planning tools and techniques
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Decision-making
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Foundations of organising and human resource management
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Understanding and managing employees
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Leadership
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Management control and information control systems
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Communication and interpersonal skills
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Managing change and innovation
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Crisis Management
Organisational Behaviour
Contact Hours : 32 hours
Participants will have a better understanding of organisational behaviour, fundamental knowledge concerning individual
and group behaviour and its impact on the management of organisation. Participants will be able to apply their
knowledge in management decision making and also manage cultural diversity under different social and cultural
environments of the organisations.
Module Outline
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Concepts of organisational behaviour
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Personality types, attitude, perception and behaviour
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Individual behaviour versus group and team behaviour
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Leadership and problem-solving skills
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Organisation culture
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Managing cultural diversity
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Human Resource Planning and Staffing
Contact Hours : 32 hours
Participants will be equipped with essential skills in human resource planning in order to meet the organisational needs.
It also enables them to employ contemporary tools and techniques to attract and select the most suitable candidates in
the labour market for the organisation.
Module Outline
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Business environment and labour market
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Human resource planning process
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Job analysis and job design
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Methods of recruitment
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Selection tools and procedures
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Interview techniques
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Manpower deployment and utilisation
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Outsourcing and sub-contracting
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Emerging human resource challenges and trends
Training and Development
Contact Hours : 32 hours
Participants will acquire basic techniques in assessing training needs, designing and conducting effective training to
develop the staff and the organisation. Participants will also have a better understanding on cross-cultural issues on
training, and on the importance of developing training strategies for different kinds of organisations.
Module Outline
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Management and organisational development
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Training needs assessment
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Principles of learning
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Training programme design, development and implementation
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Methods of training and effectiveness evaluation
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E-learning
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Cultures, training and development
Compensation Management
Contact Hours : 32 hours
Participants will be equipped with the skills required for planning, designing and maintaining a compensation and
benefits system for the organisation with reference to the financial impact of different pay systems. Participants will
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develop competencies in making compensation decision under different business scenarios.
Module Outline
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Human resource strategies
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Internal consistency - job analysis and job evaluation
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External consistency - pay structures and pay levels
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Compensation and benefits
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Budgeting and administration
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Accounting for human resource practitioners - Cost Accounting
Performance Management
Contact Hours : 32 hours
Participants will be able to measure and evaluate staff performance using various performance appraisal tools and
explore different ways of motivating staff in order to ensure alignment of staff performance and behaviour with
organisation's missions and visions.
Module Outline
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Performance management and organisational strategies
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Performance measurement
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Methods of performance appraisal and effectiveness
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Pay/compensation for performance
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Coaching and counseling
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Staff discipline, morale and motivation
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Handling grievances and complaints
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Leadership and team-building
Employee Relations
Contact Hours : 32 hours
Participants will have an overview of current situation of employee relations and labour unionism
in Hong Kong. Participants will be provided with skills to enhance communication and minimise conflicts within
an organisation. Human resource practices and company policies in Hong Kong will also be covered.
Module Outline
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Importance of employee relations
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Communication within the organisation
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Negotiation, conflict management and resolution
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Labor disputes and mediation skills
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Human resource practices and policies
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Disciplinary procedures
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Current issues in Hong Kong
Legal Aspects of Human Resource Management
Contact Hours : 32 hours
Participants will be provided with a good understanding on labour policies, ordinances and legislations on employment
in Hong Kong. Areas of equal opportunities and personal data privacy in the workplace that relate to human resource
management will be highlighted.
Module Outline
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Labour policies in Hong Kong
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Employment Ordinance
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Employment protection and related legislations
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Equal opportunities, discrimination and human resource management
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Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance
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Occupational health and safety
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Impact of globalisation on human resource management
Information Technology and Human Resource Management
Contact Hours : 32 hours
Participants will have a better understanding of the fundamental concepts of Information Technology and Management
Information System. They will be equipped with up-to-date information on the application of Information Technology
and information systems, which are useful to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in managing human resource.
Module Outline
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Human resource administration systems
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Introduction to Information Technology and Management Information System
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Types of Management Information System
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Office automation
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Application of Management Information System in human resource management
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Administration and effectiveness of human resource information system
總辦事處
新界沙田香港中文大學博文苑
報名中心
香港中環夏愨道十二號美國銀行中心一樓
九龍尖沙咀漆咸道南六十七號安年大廈十三樓
尖沙咀加連威老道 98 號東海商業中心地庫 1 樓 01 室
將軍澳翠林翠林邨
電話 Tel: 3943 9128 / 3943 9045
傳真 Fax: 2770 8275
Head Office
Inter-University Hall
The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, NT
Enrolment Centres
1/F, Bank of America Tower, 12Harcourt Road, Central
13/F, Oriental Centre, 67 Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui
Unit 01, Basement 1, East Ocean Centre, 98 Granville Road,
Tsim Sha Tsui
Tsui Lam Estate, Tseung Kwan O
網址 Website: http://www.scs.cuhk.edu.hk
電子郵箱 E-mail: [email protected]
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