Class Strategic Management of Human Resources

The curricular unit focuses on the description and critical analysis of emerging theories of Strategic Human Resources Management, always looking for a framework with GERG practices and relevant contexts.

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Contextualization of SHRM SHRM models and theoretical perspectives SHRM and competitive advantage SHRM in different business sectors Challenges to SHRM

Students will contact a range of organizations, where they will learn about their human resource management strategy. From this contact, students will be invited to write an individual essay on the connection between theoretical aspects of strategic human resource management and the reality of the chosen organization. It is expected to be possible to carry out at least one study visit.

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