Module 03: Job Analysis

Description: This module explores the systematic process of gathering information about jobs, including the tasks performed, knowledge and skills required, and working conditions. Students will learn various job analysis methods, from interviews and observations to structured questionnaires like the Position Analysis Questionnaire (PAQ). The module covers how job analysis information is used for selection, training, performance evaluation, and legal compliance.

Why this Module is Important: Job analysis is the foundation of virtually all HR activities. Without understanding what a job really requires, organizations cannot effectively recruit, select, train, or evaluate employees. This module teaches students how to systematically gather and analyze job information, ensuring that HR practices are based on actual job requirements rather than assumptions. Job analysis is also crucial for legal compliance in employment decisions.

Module Learning Objectives: By the end of this module students will be able to…

• MLO1: Identify job analysis methods, legal requirements, and compensation principles as foundational elements of industrial psychology. (ULO3, CLO1, APA1)
• MLO2: Evaluate the Equal Pay Act and comparable worth doctrine in creating fair compensation systems and assess job analysis as the foundation of HR practices. (ULO3, CLO1, CLO2, APA1, APA2)
• MLO3: Develop a formal problem definition and analysis for workplace absenteeism using job analysis principles and professional communication skills. (ULO3, CLO3, CLO4, APA4, APA5)