BA 3650 Compensation Management

Course Description: Compensation Management BA 3650 presents an in-depth analysis of compensation. As such it focuses on planning and implementation of a total compensation system. It includes practical experience with a job analysis system, salary surveys and the development of structured pay systems. The effects on behavior and legal implications are also included.

Textbook: Henderson,Richard I., Compensation Management in a Knowledge-Based World, Upper Saddle River, Prentice Hall.

Prerequisite: BA 2010 Principles of Management

Specific Concepts to Address:

• Comprehensive view of compensation
• Components of compensation
• Ramifications of the type of work performed and working conditions
• Job analysis
• Major gain-sharing programs
• Benefits, mandatory and voluntary

Suggested Emphases:

• Concepts relationship to HRIS
• Related compensation legislation

Helpful Documentation:

• Current resume
• Job description for each HR position held
• Recent performance evaluation with applicable signatures
• Letter from immediate supervisor documenting your compensation involvement
• Documentation of formal training courses that have been completed (i.e. certificates)
• Sample job analysis