HUMAN RESOURCES INFORMATION SYSTEMS

HRE538

Course Code: HRE538
Semester: -
Theory+Practice: 3 + 0
ECTS: 10

Course Type

Elective Course

Course Level

Master's Degree Without Thesis

Year of Study

Semester

ECTS

Name of Lecturer(s)

Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

Demonstrates the ability to evaluate Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) and their effectiveness in supporting human resource management processes.
Demonstrates the ability to critically discuss Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) and their role in human resource management.
Demonstrates the ability to integrate technology with human resource management practices and processes.

Mode of Delivery

Face to face

Prerequisites

Recommended Optional Programme Components

Course Description

This graduate-level course examines the use of information technologies in human resource management processes and the strategic role of Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS). The course covers the fundamental concepts, design, and functions of HRIS, digitalization of HR processes, data management, human resource analytics, reporting, decision support systems, talent management systems, performance management, compensation and payroll systems, employee self-service applications, and digital transformation. Students develop the ability to analyze HR information systems, generate meaningful insights from HR data, and design technology-based solutions that support strategic human resource decisions. The course emphasizes the interaction between human resource management and information technologies and evaluates the contribution of data-driven HR practices to organizational performance.

Course Contents

WEEK	TOPICS
1^st Week	Introduction and Fundamentals of Human Resource Management
2^nd Week	Human Resource Management and Technology
3^rd Week	Electronic Human Resource Management (e-HRM)
4^th Week	e-HRM Applications
5^th Week	Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) and Its Conceptual Framework
6^th Week	The Impact of Technology on HRM Functions
7^th Week	Objectives of HRIS Usage
8^th Week	Midterm Examination
9^th Week	Benefits and Advantages of HRIS
10^th Week	Potential Disadvantages of HRIS
11^th Week	Limitations of HRIS
12^th Week	HRIS Feasibility and Compatibility Assessment
13^th Week	Factors Affecting HRIS Integration
14^th Week	HRIS Implementation Process
15^th Week	General Review of the Course Topics

Recommended or Required Reading

Kavanagh, M. J., & Johnson, R. D. (Eds.). (2017). Human resource information systems: Basics, applications, and future directions. Sage Publications.

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lecture
Discussion

Assessment Methods and Criteria

	Quantity	Percentage (%)
Mid-term	1	50
Project	1	50
Total(%)		100
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%)		100
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%)		0
Total(%)		100

ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload

Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam	1	1	1
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work	14	10	140
Preparation for Final exam	14	3	42
Course hours	13	3	39
Preparation for Midterm exam	8	3	24
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam	1	1	1
Homework	1	40	40
Total Work Load			287
Total Work Load / 30 (h)			9.56
ECTS Credit of the Course			10

Language of Instruction

Turkish

Work Placement(s)

Programme Qualifications / Learning Outcomes

	LO1	LO2	LO3
K1	X	X	X
K2
K3	X	X	X
K4	X	X	X
K5	X
K6
K7	X	X	X
K8			X
K9	X	X	X