Human Resource Management Foundation Certification

Module 1: Introduction to Human Resource Management

• Meaning and purpose of HRM
• Role of Human Resources
• Core HR functions
• HR responsibilities
• Employee lifecycle
• Modern HR practices

Module 2: Understanding the Employee Lifecycle

• Workforce attraction
• Recruitment and selection
• Employee onboarding
• Development and performance
• Employee engagement
• Employee separation

Module 3: Workforce Planning Fundamentals

• Workforce planning concepts
• Understanding staffing requirements
• Headcount planning
• Skills requirements
• Workforce gaps
• Basic workforce forecasting

Module 4: Job Analysis and Job Descriptions

• Job analysis fundamentals
• Identifying job responsibilities
• Skills and knowledge requirements
• Job specifications
• Writing job descriptions
• Role clarity

Module 5: Recruitment Fundamentals

• Recruitment process
• Identifying vacancies
• Recruitment channels
• Candidate sourcing
• Application management
• Recruitment planning

Module 6: Candidate Screening and Selection

• Reviewing applications
• CV screening
• Candidate shortlisting
• Interview fundamentals
• Candidate assessment
• Selection decisions

Module 7: Employee Onboarding

• Pre-boarding activities
• First-day preparation
• Employee orientation
• Workplace introduction
• Role expectations
• Onboarding follow-up

Module 8: HR Administration and Employee Records

• Employee information
• Personnel records
• Attendance records
• Leave records
• HR documentation
• Maintaining accurate information

Module 9: Compensation and Benefits Fundamentals

• Compensation concepts
• Salary components
• Employee benefits
• Allowances
• Recognition
• Total rewards overview

Module 10: Performance Management

• Performance management concepts
• Setting expectations
• Employee goals
• Performance monitoring
• Feedback
• Performance reviews

Module 11: Learning and Development

• Employee learning needs
• Training requirements
• Skills development
• Workplace learning
• Development planning
• Learning effectiveness

Module 12: Employee Engagement

• Employee engagement concepts
• Engagement drivers
• Employee motivation
• Recognition practices
• Employee feedback
• Building workplace connection

Module 13: Employee Relations

• Employee relations fundamentals
• Workplace communication
• Employee concerns
• Managing disagreements
• Positive workplace relationships
• Manager and HR responsibilities

Module 14: Workplace Communication

• Professional communication
• Active listening
• Employee conversations
• Manager communication
• Giving feedback
• Handling sensitive conversations

Module 15: HR Technology and Reporting

• HR information systems
• Employee databases
• Digital HR processes
• Basic HR metrics
• HR reports
• HR dashboards

Module 16: Effective HR Practices

• Managing HR priorities
• Supporting employees
• Supporting managers
• Coordinating HR activities
• Improving employee experience
• Continuous HR improvement