INDEPENDENT UNIVERSITY, BANGLADESH

School of Business
Program Course Outline

Semester Course Code Course Title Section

Spring 2024 HRM 460/ International Human Resource 04
INB 404 Management

Instructor’s Details:
Instructor: Tarannum Azim Class Time: ST 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Office: 3007 Class Room: C5005
Office Hours: MW 10:30-11:10pm

ST 9:30-11:00am

Course Description:
As more firms now move outside the domestic borders into the dynamic world of international business
the globalization of world markets appears to be gaining momentum. This globalization of business is
forcing managers to grapple with complex issues as they seek to gain or sustain a competitive advantage.
Faced with unprecedented levels of foreign competition at home and abroad firms are beginning to
recognize not only that international business is high on top management’s list of priorities but that finding
and nurturing the human resources required to implement an international or global strategy is of critical
importance.

This course provides an opportunity to students to explore the international dimensions of the core Human
Resource Management, such as linkage with international business strategy and structure, recruitment,
compensation and reward management, training and development, performance management and
industrial relations.

Course Objectives:
• To examine and discuss how business operates in Host, Parent and Third Countries.
• To identify common practices and problems in the functional areas of International HRM.
• To identify and explore opportunities of Expatriation and Repatriation
• To identify the recent trends of IHRM.
• To develop the professional and analytical skills of future managers in the areas of international human
resource management and cross-cultural management.

Prerequisite (If Any):

Principles of Management (MGT 201)

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Course Policy:
1. It is the student’s responsibility to collect information about the assignments and covered topics for
the lectures s/he missed. Regular class attendance is mandatory. Points will be taken off for missing
classes. According to IUB’s online attendance policy, students must enter the classroom within the
first 20 minutes.
2. The date and syllabus of quiz, presentation, midterm and final exam will be announced ahead of time.
There is NO provision for make-up quizzes and final exam. However, students might get a chance to
sit for the make-up mid, if only the student himself/herself falls sick. In this case, applications will
only be accepted with proper documents (e.g. medical certificates, prescriptions).
3. The reading materials for each class will be given prior to that class so that student may have a
cursory look into the materials.
4. Class participation is vital for better understanding. Students are invited to raise questions in the
class and take tutorials with the instructor during the office hours.
5. Students must maintain the IUB code of conduct and ethical guidelines offered by the School of
Business.
6. Students must refrain from any type of cheating and/or plagiarism in a course. School of Business,
IUB, maintains a ‘Zero’ tolerance policy regarding violation of academic integrity.
7. Students are not allowed to keep bags, handouts, books, mobile phones, smart watches or any other
electronic devices with them during any exam (including quizzes). They are advised to keep
everything in front of the class room before the exam starts. Please note that, just carrying any
electronic devices (even if the device is turned off or put it in silent mode) during the exam will be
considered as “cheating”. Moreover, during the exam, anything written on hand palms (or anywhere
else) and carrying paper materials (whatever is written) will be considered as “cheating”. Any sorts
of “cheating” will result in an “F” grade with no exception. During the exam, students must carry
their own pen, pencil, eraser, sharpener, ruler, highlighter, calculator in a clear plastic bag and not
allowed to borrow them from others.
8. Each class will be conducted completely in English. Students must use English to communicate with
the faculty in the class. No one should expect full marks for ‘Attendance and Participation’ by only
sitting in the class. They must communicate in a proper manner with the instructor and show
enthusiasm towards learning to earn 5 marks on the above mentioned category.
9. Substantial marks will be deducted for spelling mistakes, grammatical errors and incorrect sentence
makings in the quizzes, examinations, assignment and presentation. Also, 5 marks will be deducted
if any student/team fails to meet the deadline of submitting the assignments.
10. Each student must check ‘MY SB’ (link given above) at least once every week to get updates about the
course.

Assessment and Marks Distribution:

Type of Evaluation Weight
Class Attendance and Participation 10%
Quiz (2 quizzes) 10%
Case Study Analysis (Individual) 10%
Assignment & Presentation (Group) 10%
Mid-Term Examination 30%
Final Examination 30%
Total 100%

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Grade Conversion Scheme:
The following chart will be followed for grading. This has customized form the guideline provided by the
school of Business.
A A- B+ B B- C+ C C- D+ D F
90-100 85-89 80-84 75-79 70-74 65-69 60-64 55-59 50-54 45-49 0-44

* Numbers are inclusive

Required Text:
International Human Resource Management, Peter J. Dowling, Marion Festing & Allen D. Engle, Sr. (2016-
2017), 5th Edition.
Reference Book:
Globalizing Human Resource Management, Sparrow, P. Brewster, C. and Harris, H. (2004), London:
Routledge

Class, Exam Schedule, Topic, Learning Outcomes and Readings:

Sessions Topic Learning Outcomes Readings
Session -1 An Overview of What is IHRM, Objectives of IHRM, P. Morgans Dowling, Festing
International HRM Model, Definition of expatriate, Advantages & and Engle,
(IHRM) Disadvantages of PCNs, HCNs and TCNs. Chapter 1
Session -2 Introduction of IHRM Differences between Domestic HRM and IHRM, Dowling, Festing
Variables that Moderate Differences between and Engle,
Domestic HR and IHRM, Main challenges of Chapter 1 and
IHRM, Hofstede’s Cultural Dimension Theory Handout.
with its limitations.
Session -3 Organizational context Management demands of Int’l growth, the path Dowling, Festing
in IHRM to global status, Stages of Internationalization, and Engle,
Chapter 2
Session -4 Organizational context Export Department Structure, Global Dowling, Festing
in IHRM Production Division Structure, Global Area and Engle,
Division Structure, Mixed Structure Chapter 2

Session -5 Cross Border Alliances What is Cross Border Alliance? Modes of Dowling, Festing
in IHRM Foreign Operation, M&A and IHRM and Engle,
implications Chapter 3
Session -6 Cross Border Alliances International Equity Joint Ventures, Dowling, Festing
in IHRM International SMEs, Post-acquisition trends in and Engle,
HRM practices Chapter 3
Session-7 International Approaches to staffing: ethnocentric, Dowling, Festing
Operations: Staffing polycentric, geocentric and re-geocentric. and Engle,
Chapter 4
Session -8 International Reasons for international assignments, types Dowling, Festing
Operations: Staffing of international assignments, Inpatriates and and Engle,
Quiz 1 their roles in IHRM. Chapter 4

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 Session -9 Recruit International Roles of Expatriate in IHRM, Factors affect the Dowling, Festing
Assignees decision to stay or leave, MNE requirements, and Engle,
EEO issues, Dual Career Couples, Barriers for Chapter 5
Females to be an Expat.
Session -10 IHRM in various General Trends, HRP in Australia, Staffing Handouts & Slides
Countries: Australia System, Performance Management, Training
and Development, Compensation Policy, IR
Policy.
Session -11 IHRM in various Industry Dynamics, Staffing System, Training Handouts & Slides
Countries: China and Development, Partnerships, Determining
Factors in HRM Practices, Compensation, Key
Challenges.
Session -12 Review for Mid Term Chapter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, HRM in Australia & China Cases, Videos etc.
Session -13 Mid-Term Exam Chapters covered till the last class N/A
Session -14 International Training Introduction, Components of Effective Pre- Dowling, Festing
and Development departure training, Cross-Cultural training and Engle,
model Chapter 6
Session -15 International Training Components of Effective Pre-departure Dowling, Festing
and Development training Developing staff through International and Engle,
Assignments. Chapter 6
Session -16 International Complexities and Challenges of Compensation, Dowling, Festing
Compensation Objectives, Key Components. and Engle,
Chapter 7
Session -17 International The Going Rate Approach, The Balance Sheet Dowling, Festing
Compensation Approach, International Taxation. and Engle,
Case Analysis. Chapter 7

Session -18 Re Entry Issues What is Repatriation, The process of Dowling, Festing
Repatriation, Individual reactions to re entry and Engle,
Case Analysis. Chapter 8
Session -19 Carrier issues after re Social factors related with repatriation, Dowling, Festing
entry Designing a repatriation program, MNCs and Engle,
responses. Chapter 8
Session -20 International Industrial Introduction, Key issues IIR, Trade Unions in Dowling, Festing
Relations IIR. and Engle,
Chapter 10
Session -21 International Industrial Response of Trade unions to multinationals, Dowling, Festing
Relations the issue of social dumping. and Engle,
Case Analysis. Chapter 10

Session -22 Performance What is Performance management for IHRM, Dowling, Festing
Management Different constraints of performance and Engle,
Quiz 2 achievement Chapter 11
Handouts & Slides
Session -23 Performance Expatriate Performance Management, Dowling, Festing
Management Appraisal for International employees. and Engle,
Case Analysis. Chapter 11
Handouts & Slides

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 Session -24 Review for Final Exam Chapter 6,7,8,10 and 11 Cases, Videos etc.
Session -25 Project Presentation Topics given by the instructor N/A
Session -26 Final Exam Chapters covered after Mid-Term Examination

Methodology:
The course will be conducted by means of lectures, discussions, case studies, problem solving, readings &
assignments. Students must come to each class to actively participate in discussions of the class materials.

Details about the Final Project:

All the students of HRM 460 course have to work in a group for their final assignment and presentation. The
details

Rules for the Presentation:

1. No script reading is allowed while presenting. Also, do not just read the slides. Present & explain the
contents clearly.
2. Every team member must present, because, students will be marked individually for the presentation.
3. Slides should not be filled with texts copied straight from the Term Paper.
4. There should be consistency in the alignment of the slides.
5. Make strong eye contact with the audience.
6. Articulate your words clearly.
7. Be formally dressed.

Marks Distribution for Class Attendance:

90% and above attendance in total number of classes held (21 classes) 5 Marks
85% to less than 90% attendance in total number of classes held (20 classes) 4 Marks
80% to less than 85% attendance in total number of classes held (19 classes) 3 Marks
75% to less than 80% attendance in total number of classes held (18 classes) 2 Marks
70% to less than 75% attendance in total number of classes held (17 classes) 1 Marks
Less than 70% attendance in total number of classes held (Less than 17 classes) 0 Marks

Audit:
Students who are willing to audit the course are welcome during the first two classes and are advised to
contact the instructor beforehand.

University Regulation and Code of Conduct:

Please see the green book for further information about academic regulation and policies, including
withdrawal and grading, apples and penalties for pilgrims and academic misconduct.

Students with Disabilities:

Students with disabilities are required to inform the School of Business/ Department of Economics of any
specific requirement for classes or examination as soon as possible.

N.B: This course outline is subject to change. The instructor reserves all the right to make any necessary changes. However, any kind of
alteration will be communicated to the students within the shortest possible time.

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