Course module SOW-PSMWOH11 Credits (ECTS) 6 Category MA (Master) Language of instruction English Offered by Radboud University; Faculty of Social Sciences; Psychology; Lecturer(s) Previous 1-5 of 96-9 of 9 Next 4 Lecturer dr. E.H. Bijleveld Other course modules lecturer Coordinator dr. B.J.C. Claessens Other course modules lecturer Examiner dr. B.J.C. Claessens Other course modules lecturer Contactperson for the course dr. B.J.C. Claessens Other course modules lecturer Lecturer dr. B.J.C. Claessens Other course modules lecturer Academic year 2020 Period SEM1   (01/09/2020 to 24/01/2021) Starting block SEM1 Course mode full-time Remark Please note: if you do not yet have a master's registration, you are not yet registered for the tests for this course. Remarks - Registration using OSIRIS Yes Course open to students from other faculties No Pre-registration No Waiting list No Placement procedure -

	Aims The aim of this course is to provide master students with:  Knowledge and insight into the main topics within the field of personnel psychology, both theoretically and practically. An overview of the application of personnel psychology knowledge into the field of Human Resource Management and Human Resource Development of work organizations. Advanced professional analysis and judgment skills with respect to the relevance, applicability and effectiveness of personnel psychology theory, methods and instruments within personnel psychology Reflection on personnel psychology in relation to their own professional (future) work, knowledge and skills. Content Personnel psychology in the Master Work, Organisation and Health (WOH) focuses on individuals interacting with their work and their organisation and the person-organisation fit. Psychological aspects of Human Resource Management and Human Resource Development are highlighted.   Based on the input, throughput and output model of personnel in work organisations, the following human resources (HR) topics are discussed: recruitment and selection, introduction and socialisation of new personnel, competences, (sustainable) employability, employee development, performance management, international HRM, and strategic HRM.   Questions like ‘what is the role of Human Resource Management in the realization of organisational goals, including motivated, vital, and well-performing staff?’ and ‘what is the theoretical background of HR practices such as personnel selection?’ are addressed. Also, specific themes such as talent management programs and sustainability at work are discussed.   The main goal of this course is to give a complete and theory-based overview of personnel psychology topics and themes, with a clear link to HR practices.   Level Presumed foreknowledge Only for students of the master specialisation Work, Organisation & Health. Test information Exam with multiple choice (60%) and open ended questions (40%). Specifics Please note: Due to possible unexpected events or measures involving the corona-crisis, (parts of) this course may be adapted / changed / or skipped.
	Required materials Course guide Literature (book chapters and articles) will be announced in the course manual. Instructional modes Lecture Remark Attendance is not mandatory yet recommended. Tests Exam Test weight 1 Test type Digital exam with CIRRUS Opportunities Block SEM1, Block SEM2 Remark Exam with multiple choice (60%) and open ended questions (40%).