Human Resource Management This course deals with the role and functions of human resource management.
It helps students appreciate the necessity for sound human resource management in a competitive environment. It covers topics such as job analysis, recruitment, selection, performance appraisal, and pay and reward systems. These are addressed from both theoretical and practical perspectives.
21/05/2017
Staff retention is big challenge to Emiratisation, study finds | The National Survey of more than 500 public and private companies in the UAE shows that half of Emiratis leave their jobs within three years.
14/05/2017
An inspirational example. Whatever your dreams don't let gender stereotypes or social norms constrain your dreams in any field of endeavor.
Emirati Amna Al Qubaisi, 17, to become first Arab woman in Formula 4 | The National Amna Al Qubaisi is leaving karts behind and will bring Kaspersky Lab sponsorship to the Prema team in becoming the first Arab woman to compete in Formula 4 next season.
07/05/2017
Promoting science research will require some changes to how we manage and reward scientists in the UAE
Unleash power of scientific research to stimulate the UAE knowledge economy | The National Social and economic advantages that a country can gain from scientific research occur by design, not by accident. While the UAE spends less than 1 per cent of GDP on R&D, research scientists are rarely motivated by money alone.
30/04/2017
Safety culture, at home at work and in the car is something we must make part of our daily lives.
Only enforcement and culture change will make our roads safer | The National James Ryan considers ways to make our roads safer
30/04/2017
Timely recognition for the hands that built the infrastructure of the UAE
UAE Minister of Culture praises hard work, dedication of labourers in building the country | The National A sppecial event to mark International Labour Day was held for thousands of labourers at the Al Dar Camp 3 on Yas Island.
Good to see some important recognition of the contribution that people with disabilities can make to the UAE work environment. Let's hope more is done to integrate and welcome those with disabilities to the UAE workplace.
http://www.thenational.ae/uae/people-with-disabilities-call-for-more-job-opportunities-in-fujairah
15/04/2017
Highlights how a basic employment interview can be a very weak selection tool
How to catch the lying job applicants, and what to do next We all exaggerate and tell half-truths sometimes. But can you figure out who is most likely to lie before they become your colleague? Maybe so.
09/02/2017
Economic environment in the region is still facing significant challenges.
Egypt has paid the price but is yet to reap rewards | The National Egypt has gone through its painful reforms – adjusting its currency, trimming subsidies, implementing taxes – but it is not yet receiving the economic benefit of the measures.
26/01/2017
Vital support for females to overcome the historic gender biases in in the Science and Technology professions. An important HR diversity issue.
Emirati girl hopes to be among the first astronauts to travel to Mars | The National Emirati teenager hopes to smash the glass ceiling in the space travel industry and become one of the first astronauts from the UAE to make the journey to Mars.
24/01/2017
Good news for job seekers, but not good news for those hoping for a salary increase. Remember good managers and HR professionals can always find intangible incentives to reward employees. Even when financials are tight.
GCC employers expected to resume hiring in 2017 – but salaries to stay flat | The National The renewed optimism among recruiters in the region comes after a difficult year in which companies cut budgets and slashed staff numbers in response to lower energy prices.
16/01/2017
It is too early to determine the cause of today's hot air balloon crash in Sharjah. But lets remind ourselves of the accident last year (see below) and the obligations of HR to ensure all employees are fit and able to do their duties properly and keep customers safe!
Pilot of hot-air balloon that crashed in Dubai ‘had a personal problem’, inquiry finds | The National Thirteen passengers sustained minor injuries in the crash and one had to be treated in hospital for a serious ankle injury.
08/11/2016
Launch of UAE Research Evenings at Strathclyde (NEWS) The University of Strathclyde Business School UAE has launched a new series of academic talks, UAE Research Evenings at Strathclyde, to support and promote