MG1 - PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT & ORGANIZATION

This course deals with the fundamentals of business organizations and management. The theories and principles of organization and management, as well as their application in business and industry are thoroughly discussed. The functions of management (Planning, Organizing, Staffing, Directing and Controlling) and the different forms of business ownership with their strengths and weaknesses form part of the course coverage. The course covers the benefits derived from entrepreneurship and importance of social responsibility as another goal of business.

MG2 - HUMAN BEHAVIOR IN ORGANIZATION

The course introduces the students to the factors affecting the behavior of individuals and groups in organization focusing on the specific factors that tend to ex-plain behavior of individuals, groups and organizations. Various theories and models of organizational behavior, work group behavior, motivation in life and work, and human relations among others are discussed and related to organizational practices and phenomena.

HR1 - HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT

The course deals with the study of the roles of human resources in an organization, and the organization structure of the HRD. It also discusses job organization and information, acquisition, maintenance, development and research on Human Resources. Trends and issues in HRM are also included to improve productivity.

MG3 - ENTREPRENEURIAL MANAGEMENT

The course aims to teach the approach entrepreneurs use in identifying opportunity and creating new ventures; the analytic skills that are necessary for dealing with the recurring issues involved in starting, growing and harnessing the value of new ventures.

HR2 - ADMINISTRATIVE AND OFFICE MANAGEMENT

This course is a study of the different phases of administrative office management and its vital role in the business organization. It also includes the importance of AOM on management, technology, management’s decision making and the need for good planning toward job satisfaction and self-actualization. It covers topic like the basic concept of AOM, managing a culturally diverse workforce, managing administrative services and controlling administrative services.

HR3 - RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION

This course covers the fundamental methodologies of attracting new talents needed by the organization with emphasis on effective sourcing of manpower, selection of prospective employees, matching job requirements with qualifications of applicants in the workplace, induction of newly hired employees to facilitate their integration in the new business environment. The students will be oriented with the strategies and techniques to fill up vacant positions at the right time with adequate qualifications of new hires will help organizations achieve its business plans and operational objectives for a given period.

HR4 - TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT

The course discusses training as related to organizational objects. Training models, learning theory, evaluation methodologies, instructional techniques and topics of special interest are emphasized.

HR5 - COMPENSATION ADMINISTRATION

The course includes examination of theories, models and procedures required to develop compensation and reward systems in organization. Economic, psychological and social elements of compensation, structures and differentials, forms of compensation and reward compensation levels.

MK11 - MARKETING MANAGEMENT

This course aims to provide students with a thorough understanding of the role of marketing management in the society, the economy and the firm. It deals with the marketing strategies of management. Case analyzes are used to encourage creative thinking, decision-making and policy formulation among students.

HR6 - LABOR LAW AND LEGISLATION

The course covers the introduction to the basic concepts and principles of the Philippine Labor Code as an indispensable tool in human resource management. Knowing the various labor and social legislation is as indispensable as knowing the basic laws of the land. The scope will also cover the different government instrumentalities involved in implementing labor and social legislation like the Department of Labor, National Labor Relations Commission, the Social Security System, etc. The student is given the opportunity to learn how the various labor laws affect the manner business operates, the interplay of various sectors, the limitations and scope of freedom in the workplace will influence the culture of the organization.

HR7 - ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

The student will be given the general idea of what is involved in developing an organization to achieve its vision and mission, its philosophies and culture to en-sure its competitiveness in a globalize economy. The scope will cover such topics as principles and theories or organization development, organization design and structuring, training and development, performance management, culture and change management. It focuses on the management of organizational change/interventions from a system perspective. The students will gain sufficient knowledge to appreciate the overall impact of these activities for the success of an organization.

HR8 - LABOR RELATIONS AND NEGOTIATIONS

The course uses cases, lectures and simulations to develop negotiation skills in a variety of management situations including union-management relations, is-sues include pre-employment discussions, collective bargaining, arbitration, mediation, agency, negotiating contracts and multiparty discussions.

MG4 - PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

The course presents and deals with the study of productivity variables such as labor, capital and management both in the industry and service sector. The course also includes a study about the location, pro-cess and lay-out strategies which help in the design of work systems.

MG5 - TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT (TQM)

The course covers the basic TQM concepts of leadership, customer satisfaction, employee involvement, continuous process involvement, supplier partnership and performance measures. It discusses topics on quality systems, benchmarking, quality function deployment, quality by design and experimental design.

HR9 - SPECIAL TOPICS IN HRM

This course deals with the study of the phases of personnel management with emphasis on the methods, techniques and procedures for effective personnel utilization. Emphasis is given to the general appreciation and understanding of job classification, employee testing, job measurement as well as the general efficiency of the personnel.

HR10 - LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT

This course covers topic on supply chain management. This includes subjects such as domestic and international transportation, transportation economics, supply-chain strategy, logistics system design, procurement, reverse logistics, e-logistics and information systems for logistics and supply chain management.

MG6 - GOOD GOVERNANCE AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

This course emphasizes ideas on corporate social responsibility, social responsiveness and ethical challenges. It also discusses topics on government-business interface particularly on critical social issues confronting business.

MG7 - CROSS-CULTURAL MANAGEMENT

It includes a wide range of qualitative methods for studying culture in organizations. It also provides a thorough overview of the current state of culture, research and application and how organizational culture affects not only the employees but customers as well.

HR11 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT

The course describes the attributes that characterize a project, the five steps of the project management pro-cess and the variables involved in the project management process.

HR12 - STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

This course will allow students to work with a seasoned and capable mentor who will guide the students in their self-discovery. The philosophy on the self as the primary instrument and a key success factor in effectively performing strategic HR work will be the cornerstone of this course. Various self-assessment tools and instrumentation will be utilized to enhance self-understanding/processing.

HR13 - MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING

The course is designed to prepare the student for effective financial decision-making at a managerial level. This course will introduce students specifically to managerial accounting: the accounting process that uses financial information to organize and govern finances within an organization.

HR14 - GLOBAL AND INTERNATIONAL TRADE

International trade provides a host of topics on international trade adjustments, trade policies and restrictions, counter trade, world trade, foreign exchange, tariffs and balance of payments. This course provides materials to students to enable them to capitalize their knowledge of international trade especially entered into by ASEAN-member nations. The course also equips students with fundamental knowledge on trade among nations in preparation for globalization.

A. To equip the students with the core competencies to prepare them for a career in the field of Human Resource Management in various corporations whether in the manufacturing, marketing and service sectors, or in the different types of industries such as pharmaceutical, semi-conductor, food and beverage, banking industries and other types of organizations.

B. To enhance the students’ proficiency in the local and international arena by developing a curriculum that is congruent to those prescribed by CHED and the professional certification institutions and associations.

C. To develop the research ability of the students for the growth and the development of the industry.

D. To provide opportunities for students to undergo professional internship/practicum in their field of specialization in order to help them effectively adapt to the real world of business.

E.  To hire faculty members who possess the educational qualification, professional experience, classroom teaching ability, computer literacy, and other attributes essential for the successful conduct of the HRDM program and who embody the essential Recoleto educational qualities of God-centeredness, People and Family Focus and Service-orientation.

F.    To provide for the continuing professional development of faculty members.

G. To promote linkages and networking with other schools, professional organizations, and business and industry.

H. To guide the students to become well rounded Christians for them to develop a service-oriented attitude towards their families, community, and the business world.

I.   To inculcate in the students a clear concept of their social responsibilities, namely:

I. The commitment to the pursuit of discipline and excellence in performing their professional work and when engaging in activities for community improvement and national well being.

II. The integration of an attitude of compassion, generosity, justice, fortitude, prudence, perseverance and temperance particularly in the practice of the virtue of charity.

III. The practice of faith, integrity, Marian devotion and teamwork in order to embody a sense of humility in the midst of professional and personal achievement and success.