0 or 3 credits
Fall 2026 Lecture Distance Learning Upper Division
This course prepares students to lead and manage human resource activities in a digitally connected, AI-enabled global economy. Students will examine the impact of globalization on HR strategy and practice, with emphasis on cross-cultural leadership, international workforce management, and ethical decision-making. Through case studies and applied activities, students will develop the knowledge and skills needed to address cultural challenges, resolve international HR dilemmas, and contribute to responsible and sustainable global HR practices.
Learning Outcomes1Analyze global leadership challenges and opportunities and apply strategies for leading across cultural and organizational contexts.
2Evaluate the forces of globalization and their implications for human resource strategy and practice.
3Apply global insights and cultural awareness to resolve international HR dilemmas and critical incidents effectively.
4Examine how artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies are transforming HR practices in multinational enterprises, balancing innovation with ethical and human-centered considerations.
5Integrate ethical principles and values into global HR decision-making to foster responsible and sustainable organizational practices.
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