This module explores how transnational corporations (TNCs) develop and implement human resource management (HRM) strategies in a global context. Learners will examine the interplay between integration, adaptation, and local employment systems, as well as the challenges and implications for employment relations. The module also delves into the micro-politics within TNCs and the broader impact of globalization on workforce management.

This module explores the complexities of employment relations, focusing on how regulation, political ideologies, and global influences shape national systems. Learners will examine institutional frameworks, the balance between consensus and conflict, and the evolving role of the state in managing work and employment. Case studies and comparative analysis provide insight into the ongoing changes and continuities in employment relations worldwide.

This module explores how multinational corporations develop and manage pay and remuneration systems across different countries. Learners will examine the complexities of pay structures, the influence of national regulations, and the challenges of ensuring equity and compliance in global reward systems. The module also addresses strategies MNCs use to navigate regulatory differences and the resulting implications for fairness and standardization.

This module examines the principles and challenges of equality, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) within multinational corporations, focusing on global human resource management. Learners will analyze barriers to ED&I, explore regulatory and business motivations, and review real-world case studies to understand practical implementation across diverse national contexts.

This module explores the complexities of international assignments within multinational corporations, focusing on challenges related to fairness, equality, and employee well-being. Learners will examine how compensation, organizational support, and work–life balance intersect with global workforce management. The module also addresses the impact of employment relationships on the success of international assignments.