Human Resource Management

The Human Resource Management course provides a comprehensive and practical introduction to the principles, practices, and strategic role of HRM within modern organisations. Human resource management is central to organisational success, as it focuses on attracting, developing, motivating, and retaining talent while ensuring legal compliance, ethical practice, and employee wellbeing. This course equips learners with the knowledge and skills required to manage people effectively and align human capital with organisational strategy.

Delivered in a fully online, self-paced format, the course allows learners to study at their own pace while engaging with high-quality learning materials. These include recorded video lectures, downloadable PDF lecture notes and lecture slides, and structured written course materials. A minimum of 20 hours of study is recommended to ensure meaningful engagement with the content and to support practical understanding of human resource management concepts.

Throughout the course, learners will explore both operational and strategic aspects of HRM, from workforce planning and recruitment to performance management, employee relations, and the future of work. Emphasis is placed on developing an integrated understanding of how HR practices support organisational objectives, foster positive workplace culture, and respond to emerging challenges such as digitalisation, globalisation, and changing workforce expectations.

Course Structure:

Recorded Video Lectures:

1. Introduction to Human Resource Management – Understanding the scope, objectives, and evolving role of HRM in organisations.

2. Workforce Planning & Talent Strategy – Analysing workforce needs and aligning talent strategies with organisational goals.
3. Recruitment & Selection – Exploring effective methods for attracting, assessing, and selecting suitable candidates.
4. Onboarding, Training, & Employee Development – Designing onboarding processes and learning initiatives that support continuous development.
5. Performance Management Systems – Evaluating performance management frameworks and appraisal techniques.
6. Reward, Compensation, & Benefits – Understanding pay structures, incentives, and benefits that motivate and retain employees.
7. Employee Engagement, Wellbeing, & Retention – Promoting engagement, wellbeing, and long-term employee commitment.
8. Managing Employee Relations & Conflict – Addressing workplace conflict, grievance handling, and effective communication.
9. HR Legal & Ethical Responsibilities – Examining employment law, employee rights, and ethical considerations in HR practice.
10. Strategic HRM & the Future of Work – Linking HR strategy to organisational performance and exploring future workforce trends.
11. Introduction to Human Resource Information Systems
12. HRIS Architecture and Design
13. System Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and HRIS Needs Analysis

Reading and Written Course Materials:

• Overview of Human Resource Management
• Role and Importance of Human Resource Management in Organisations
• Strategic Human Resource Management
• Recruitment and Selection
• Employee Training and Development
• Performance Management
• Employee Motivation and Engagement
• Compensation and Benefits
• Employee Relations and Conflict Management
• Workplace Health and Safety
• Employee Rights and Labour Laws
• Ethical Issues in Human Resource Management
• Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
• Talent Management and Succession Planning
• Human Resource Management in the Digital Age
• International Human Resource Management
• HRM in a Globalised Economy
• Future Trends in Human Resource Management
• HR Metrics and Analytics

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• Explain the core functions and strategic importance of human resource management within organisations.

• Apply workforce planning, recruitment, and selection principles to support organisational objectives.
• Evaluate performance management, reward, and development systems to enhance employee effectiveness.
• Assess legal, ethical, and employee relations issues in contemporary workplaces.
• Analyse emerging trends in HRM, including digital transformation, analytics, and the future of work.

Course Format:

• Mode of Study: 100% online, self-paced

• Recommended Minimum Duration: 20 hours

• Learning Resources:
  • Recorded video lectures
  • Downloadable PDF lecture notes and lecture slides
  • Written course materials

This course is ideal for aspiring HR professionals, line managers, business leaders, and students who wish to develop a strong foundation in human resource management and gain insight into managing people strategically and ethically in today’s dynamic organisational environment.

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