This specialization guides learners through the evolving landscape of international human resource management, providing a structured progression from foundational concepts to advanced practice. The first course introduces globalization's impact on employment, the role of transnational corporations, national employment relations, pay structures, diversity, and international assignments, establishing a solid foundation for global HR management.
The second course explores cross-border management, addressing migration, global labor markets, skill formation, managerial learning environments, socioeconomic systems, and lean production practices. Learners examine how global and political contexts shape work and strategies in multinational settings.
The third course focuses on contemporary issues, including organizational restructuring, technology and platform work, international regulation, employee representation, and sustainability. Participants analyze how these forces influence HR policies and practices, consolidating a comprehensive understanding of international HR management.
This Specialization is based on the book International Human Resource Management, by Miguel Martínez Lucio, Robert Mackenzie.
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Applied Learning Project
Applied practice activities integrated throughout the courses provide structured opportunities for learners to apply key concepts and methods in realistic contexts. Through guided analysis, reflection, and skill application, participants engage with authentic challenges aligned to the subject matter and develop practical competence in solving domain-relevant problems.
