HR Fundamentals and Best Practices
This training provides a comprehensive overview of essential HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee relations, and legal compliance. Participants will learn about best practices in HR management and develop the skills necessary to create a positive and productive work environment. This course emphasizes the importance of ethical HR practices and the role of HR in supporting organizational goals.
Target Audience: This course is designed for HR assistants, entry-level HR professionals, small business owners, and anyone seeking a foundational understanding of HR principles and practices.
Module 1: Introduction to HR and Its Strategic Role
The evolution of HR: from administrative to strategic partner
Key HR functions and responsibilities
Aligning HR strategy with business objectives
The employee lifecycle overview
Module 2: Recruitment and Talent Acquisition
Workforce planning and job analysis
Sourcing candidates (internal vs. external, job boards, social media)
Screening, interviewing, and selection techniques
Hiring biases and inclusive recruitment practices
Module 3: Onboarding and Orientation
Structuring effective onboarding programs
Enhancing the employee experience from Day 1
Probationary period management
Role of HR in employee retention
Module 4: Performance Management Systems
Setting SMART goals and performance expectations
Conducting effective performance appraisals
Continuous feedback models
Managing underperformance and improvement plans
Module 5: Employee Relations and Engagement
Building a positive organizational culture
Managing conflict and addressing grievances
Techniques to boost employee engagement and morale
Handling misconduct and disciplinary procedures
Module 6: Compensation, Benefits, and Payroll Basics
Total rewards strategy: monetary and non-monetary compensation
Benchmarking salaries and pay structures
Managing payroll and statutory deductions
Designing attractive employee benefit packages
Module 7: Training and Development
Identifying training needs
Structuring internal training programs
Career development and succession planning
Evaluating training effectiveness
Module 8: Legal Compliance and Ethical HR Practices
Overview of labor laws (local regulations and global standards)
Workplace discrimination, harassment, and diversity policies
Health and safety responsibilities
Ethical decision-making and HR confidentiality
Module 9: HR Metrics and Technology
Key HR metrics: turnover rate, time-to-hire, employee satisfaction
Introduction to HR Information Systems (HRIS)
Using data for strategic decision-making
Automating HR processes