The program provides the academic foundation for careers concerned with the effective utilization of the human resources of organizations and the economic system as a whole. The program will qualify graduates for positions in the private and public sectors.

This program aims to:

•  Gain good knowledge and skills in modern HRM.
•  Understand the broad picture of HRM.
•  Develop awareness of the importance of effective utilization of HR.
•  Apply the knowledge of HRM in the professional settings.

On completion of the program, the student should be able to:

•  Define HRM theories and concepts.
•  Recognize the importance of effective utilization of HR in an organization.
•  Analyze the problems of modern HRM and how to overcome these problems.
•  Recognize the applicability of HRM functions in an organization.
•  Identify the ways of improving employees’ satisfaction and productivity by understanding how people and groups in organizations behave, react, and interpret events.
•  Analyze different leadership theories and practices in an organization.
•  Comprehend the concepts, strategies, and legal and administrative issues associated with the recruitment and selection of employees.
•  Understand the art of compensation practice and its role in promoting an organization’s productivity.
•  Learn, design, and implement the principles and practices of database management systems.
•  Maintain and practice with highest codes and ethics.
•  Communicate effectively.
•  Work independently and in a team.
•  Make effective use of available information technologies and information resources.

Completing successfully UTAS Foundation Program.