The Introduction to Human Resource Management (HRM) module exposes the student to the theories and practices of human resources (HR).  It encompasses an overview of the meaning of the concept, the purpose of HRM, the South African economy and its effects on HR and the challenges faced by HR.  The learner is taught the systems approach in terms of the organisation and the individual, and the team as a system.  Areas covered during this semester-long module include diagnostic problem solving, job analysis, job descriptions, person specifications, human resource planning, recruitment, selection, managing employee performance, compensation management, training and development and training legislation. HR trends will also be incorporated into the course.