An Applied Approach to Teaching HR Concepts Using an ERP System

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will outline how the SAP R/3 was used in HR curriculum and future initiatives. ... gain an understanding of how these systems supports key HR functions. ...

 

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An Applied Approach to Teaching HR Concepts Using an ERP SystemPage 1Informing ScienceInSITE Where Parallels IntersectJune 2002An Applied Approach to Teaching HR ConceptsUsing an ERP SystemPaul Hawking Victoria University Melbourne AustraliaSusan Foster UNITEC Auckland New ZealandPenny Bassett Victoria University Melbourne AustraliaPaul.Hawking@vu.edu.auSusanfoster @optusnet.com.auPenny.Bassett@vu.edu.auAbs tractEnterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems offer a softwarebased system that handles an enterprises total information system needs in an integrated fashion. These systems are purported to incorporate best business practice. Many universities have realized the potential of these systems as educational tools and have developed curriculum accordingly. Many companies in recent times have identified the benefits of the Human Resources functionality offered by ERP systems. However universities in Australia have not realized the potential of this functionality as a teaching tool to reinforce many of the concepts covered in a Human Resource Management curriculum. This paper outlines the experiences at Victoria Universitywhere SAP Human Resources functionality was incorporated for the first time. It also describes a numberof student projects under development that will enhance this curriculum development. The paper will provide a model to other universities who are considering developing similar type of curriculum. . IntroductionHuman Resource Management (HRM) has evolved from an administrative function to a strategic role that can add value to an organisation. A major focus of HRM is now seen in developing organisations and systems for managing change to increase competitiveness. Most universities around the world have realised the importance of HR and have developed curriculum focusing on personnel or HR management. Human Resource educational programs can be traced back to the late 1910s when courses in personal management first appeared at Dartmouth Universi ...

 

 

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