Course Descriptions

Human Resources

MHR 7650
Compensation and Benefits
3 credits

This course examines issues and practices in compensation administration and their impact on the work environment. Topics discussed include wage and salary administration, pay models, incentive plans, linking performance to pay, legislation affecting compensation, and employee benefits. The ways in which these issues and practices are integrated into unionized and non-unionized environments are also explored. The history of benefits and compensation allows students to analyze historical trends and the evolution of this field.