The workplace is changing significantly, making human resource management (HRM) essential for organizations and managers. Key factors include demographic shifts, rapid technology advancements, global competition, tight labor markets, evolving organizational structures, and increased public policy focus on workforce issues. HRM can provide a competitive advantage through open access to information. In a high-competition global economy, talent is the key differentiator, making alignment of human capital strategy with business strategy critical for general managers.

The 8-week Harvard Bok Teaching and Learning Strategies course helps students reflect on their teaching practices and aligns with the Derek Bok Center's teaching certificate. It emphasizes pedagogy, course design, communication, classroom culture, assessment, and reflections.