Personal Management in Library & Information Centre
- Education
- 400 level
- 2 credit units
- 226 pages
- 23 units
This course provides a basic understanding of personnel management principles applicable to library and information center management. It explores the nature and principles of staffing, emphasizing human resource utilization to achieve organizational goals. Key topics include organizational management, human resource techniques, personnel classification, and duties. Through 23 study units, students will learn to perform effectively as library managers, directors, and librarians in various information settings.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 190 hours
- Maths
- None
- Content
- Theoretical, case study
- Practical work
- No
- Assignments
- Tutor marked assessments
- Computer based tests
- Forum discussions
- Portfolio presentation
- Final examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of LIS418, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
LIS418 · UNIT 1 OVERVIEW OF MANAGEMENT
In this unit, you will be exposed to different definitions and concepts of management for you to know what they are. You will also be introduced to the nature and process of management and managerial functions in organisations.
What you should be able to do
- Explain the functions of management and personnel management.
- Apply human resource management techniques in library settings.
- Classify library personnel and describe their duties.
- Understand organizational behavior and its impact on personnel management.
- Implement effective performance management systems.
- Apply motivational theories to enhance job satisfaction.
- Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Identify and address contemporary HRM issues in organizations.
What it prepares you for
- Library Manager
- Information Center Director
- Human Resources Manager
- Training Coordinator
- Librarian
- Academic Libraries
- Public Libraries
- Special Libraries
- Information Centers
- Government Agencies
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Organisational Management and Development
Unit 4: Organisational Design
Complexity of organizational design principles and their application in library settings requires deep analytical skills.
- Module 3: Human Resource Management in Organisation
Unit 4: Recruitment and Selection
Requires understanding of legal frameworks and ethical considerations in recruitment and selection processes.
- Module 4: Techniques of Managing Human Resources in the Library and Information Centre
Unit 3: Motivation and Job Satisfaction
Understanding and applying motivational theories to diverse library staff requires nuanced understanding of individual needs.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 60 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Basic Concepts of Personnel Management
Unit 1: Overview of Management · 4 hours
Read the introduction to management.. Understand the nature of management.. Explain the process of management.. Identify the functions of management.. Recognize the types of managers in organizations..
- Week 2Module 1: Basic Concepts of Personnel Management
Unit 2: Definition, Objectives and Scope of Personnel Management · 4 hours
Define personnel management.. Comprehend the concept of personnel management.. State the objectives of personnel management.. Describe the scope of personnel management..
- Week 3Module 1: Basic Concepts of Personnel Management
Unit 3: Nature and Characteristics of Personnel Management · 4 hours
Describe the nature of personnel management.. Describe the characteristics of personnel management..
- Week 4Module 1: Basic Concepts of Personnel Management
Unit 4: Principles and Importance of Personnel Management · 4 hours
Articulate the principles of personnel management.. Comprehend the importance of personnel management in the library and information centers..
- Week 5Module 2: Organisational Management and Development
Unit 1: Organisational Behaviour · 4 hours
Define organizational behaviour.. State the levels of organizational behaviour.. List the elements in organizational behaviour.. Outline the importance of organizational behaviour in libraries and information centers.. Explain organizational behaviour approaches..
- Week 6Module 2: Organisational Management and Development
Unit 2: Foundation of Individual Behaviour · 4 hours
Define individual behaviour.. Understand organisational citizen's behaviour.. State factors influencing individual behaviour.. Explain the theories of learning.. Understand methods of shaping behaviour..
- Week 7Module 2: Organisational Management and Development
Unit 3: Foundation of Organising · 4 hours
Understand the concept of organizing.. Explain the importance of organizing.. State the objectives of organizing.. Describe organizational structure.. Comprehend the objectives of organizational structure.. Know the importance of organizational structure..
- Week 8Module 2: Organisational Management and Development
Unit 4: Organisational Design · 4 hours
Define organisational design.. Describe the elements of organisational design.. Outline the objectives of organisational design.. Describe the various types of organisational structures.. Describe the problem with organisational design.. Recognize the influence of technology on organisational design..
- Week 9Module 2: Organisational Management and Development
Unit 5: Organisational Culture · 4 hours
Define organisational culture.. Describe its characteristics.. List the different types of organisational culture.. List the functions of culture.. Explain the dimension of organisational culture.. Explain the importance of organisational culture..
- Week 10Module 2: Organisational Management and Development
Unit 6: Job Design · 4 hours
Define job design.. Comprehend the models of job design.. Explain the importance of job design.. Outline the advantages and disadvantages of job design.. Describe the methods of job design.. Explain the steps in job design..
- Week 11Module 2: Organisational Management and Development
Unit 7: Organisational Control · 4 hours
Define organisational control.. Explain why control important.. List the advantages of organisational control.. Describe the control process.. Mention different types of organisational control.. Comprehend contemporary issues affecting control function in organizations..
- Week 12Module 3: Human Resource Management in Organisation
Unit 1 Overview of Human Resource Management · 4 hours
Define Human Resource Management.. Explain the concept of HRM.. Outline the goals of HRM in the library and Information Centre.. Explain the nature of HRM.. Comprehend the evolution of the HRM concept in the library and information center.. Enumerate the functions of HRM / HR managers.. List the functions of HRM in the library and information centers.. Enumerate the importance of HRM in libraries and information center.
Unit 2 Human Resource / Employment Planning · 4 hours
Define human resource planning.. Outline the objectives of HRP in the library and information centre.. Explain the HRP process.. Describe the steps in HRP in the library and information centre.. Know the advantages of HRP to the library and information centre.. Mention the barriers to HRP in the library and Information Centre..
- Week 13Module 3: Human Resource Management in Organisation
Unit 3: Job Analysis, Job Description and Job Specialisation · 4 hours
Define job analysis, description and specialisation.. Comprehend the concept of job analysis, description and specialisation.. Explain the basic steps in a job analysis.. Explain the purpose of job analysis and description.. Identify the major elements of job description.. State the benefits job analysis and job descriptions.. Describe the advantages job analysis, and job descriptions.. Discuss the importance of job analysis, and job descriptions..
Unit 4 Recruitment and Selection Process · 4 hours
Define recruitment and selection.. Recognise the sources of recruitment.. Discuss the recruitment process.. Understand the various types of employment tests.. Explain the steps in the selection process.. State the barriers to the selection process.. Differentiate between induction and orientation.. State the importance of induction.. Explain the various types of orientation programmes..
Preparing for the exam
- Create detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key concepts and definitions.
- Develop case studies applying personnel management principles to realistic library scenarios.
- Practice essay questions, focusing on clear articulation and logical reasoning.
- Review all Tutor Marked Assignments (TMAs) and discussion forum contributions.
- Create concept maps linking organizational behavior theories to practical management techniques.
- Focus on understanding the different leadership styles and their applications in various library settings.
- Practice time management during study sessions to simulate exam conditions.
Questions students ask about this course
What is LIS418 about?
This course provides a basic understanding of personnel management principles applicable to library and information center management. It explores the nature and principles of staffing, emphasizing human resource utilization to achieve organizational goals. Key topics include organizational management, human resource techniques, personnel classification, and duties. Through 23 study units, students will learn to perform effectively as library managers, directors, and librarians in various information settings.
How many units does LIS418 have?
LIS418, Personal Management in Library & Information Centre, has 23 units across 5 modules, over 226 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is LIS418?
LIS418 carries 2 credit units, at 400 level in Education.
Is LIS418 hard?
LIS418 is rated intermediate level, with no mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and case study work.
How long does LIS418 take to study?
About 190 hours of study, spread across its 23 units.
How is LIS418 assessed?
LIS418 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assessments, computer based tests, forum discussions, portfolio presentation and final examination.
What can I do with LIS418?
Library Manager, Information Center Director, Human Resources Manager, Training Coordinator and Librarian.