BSc Home Science Fundamentals of Human Resource Management Syllabus - Mumbai University 2026
This is the Semester 3 syllabus under NEP 2020, in force from the academic year 2025-26. The University still examines the earlier Choice Based papers alongside it — her third-year timetables name that scheme — so check which scheme your exam form names before you revise.
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Syllabus for Fundamentals of Human Resource Management
Module I: Introduction to HRM and Core Functions
- 1 Introduction to HRM
- a Definition, nature, objectives, scope, and evolution of HRM
- b Role of HRM in organizational effectiveness.
- 2 Manpower Planning and Job Analysis
- a Manpower/HR Planning Process
- b Job Description and Job Specification
- 3 Recruitment and Selection
- a Sources of recruitment: internal vs. external
- b Selection process, interviews, assessments
- 4 Training and Development
- a Objectives, methods (on-the-job/off-the-job), induction
- b Career planning and succession management
- 5 Performance Management and Appraisal - Purpose, methods of appraisal, challenges in performance evaluation
- 6 Wage & Salary Administration (Brief Introduction) - Factors affecting compensation, wage structure, incentives
Module II: HR Environment, Engagement and Emerging Practices
- 1 Workplace Culture and Motivation - Organizational culture, leadership styles, motivation theories (Maslow, Herzberg)
- 2 Employee Engagement and Retention
- a Meaning, drivers, and strategies for retention
- b Role of HR in maintaining morale and productivity
- 3 Industrial Relations & HR Policies - Brief on labour laws, employee grievances, HR manuals, and code of conduct
- 4 Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace - Importance of diversity, managing generational and gender diversity
- 5 Ethics in HRM - Ethical issues in recruitment, compensation, and performance appraisal
- 6 Trends in HRM - HR Analytics, Digital HR, Gig workforce, Remote working challenges, AI in recruitment
Text Books & Reference Books
- 1 Bohlander, G. W., Snell, S. (2013). Principles of Human Resource Management. Austria: South- Western, Cengage Learning.
- 2 Chen, F., Zhang, X. (2023). Human Resource Management. (n.p.): Kruger Brentt Publisher UK. Limited.
- 3 Dessler, G. (2000). Human Resource Management. United Kingdom: Prentice Hall.
- 4 Diversity and Inclusion in the Global Workplace: Aligning Initiatives with Strategic Business Goals. (2017). Germany: Springer International Publishing.
- 5 Dr. Suman Singh, Dr. Sapna Dinesh, Dr. Roopa Rao (2024). Resource Management (RM: ASSET) Advancements & Strategies for Education and Transformation. ISBN: 9788119105403 (Hardbound). Pgs 511. Satish Serial Publishing House (SSPH), Delhi.
- 6 Fundamentals of Human Resource Management: B.Com, First Semester & Second Semester HR Specialisation [Major 2nd Sem & Minor 1st Sem]. (2023). (n.p.): Thakur Publication Private Limited.
- 7 Hook, C., Jenkins, A. (2019). Introducing Human Resource Management. United Kingdom: Pearson Education, Limited.
- 8 Leatherbarrow, C., Fletcher, J. (2014). Introduction to Human Resource Management: A Guide to HR in Practice. United Kingdom: Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.
- 9 Mor Barak, M. E. (2016). Managing Diversity: Toward a Globally Inclusive Workplace. United States: SAGE Publications.
- 10 Torrington, D. (2009). Fundamentals of Human Resource Management: Managing People at Work. United Kingdom: Prentice Hall/Financial Times.
- 11 Villesèche, F., Muhr, S. L., Holck, L. (2018). Diversity and Identity in the Workplace: Connections and Perspectives. Germany: Springer International Publishing.
Reproduced from the University of Mumbai syllabus for B.Sc. (Home Science) under NEP 2020, in force from the academic year 2025-26. Wording is as printed in that syllabus. Module numbering is as printed there too.