This course serves as an overview of the field of Human Re- sources Management. Theories and practices relating to the management of human resources will be explored. The role of the human resources department will be emphasized with par- ticular attention being focuses on supervision, training, and customer service. Topics will include hiring and termination decisions, understanding of applicable federal and state em- ployment legislation, labor relations, employee discipline, per- formance appraisals, wages and benefits. quired.