Human Resource Management Fundamentals
Practical HR foundations for managers: hiring, onboarding, performance management, workplace safety, handling harassment and discrimination claims, and termination best practices.
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About this course
Practical HR foundations for managers: hiring, onboarding, performance management, workplace safety, handling harassment and discrimination claims, and termination best practices.
What you'll learn
- Practical HR skills for frontline and middle managers
- Hands-on tools for hiring, onboarding and performance conversations
- Clear processes for handling workplace issues and terminations
- Actionable templates and checklists for immediate use
Course Contents
Module One: The Evolution of HR
- A short overview of HR history
- Modern HR roles and responsibilities
Module Two: Interviewing Essentials
- Steps in a typical interview
- Question types and techniques
- Legal considerations and common mistakes
Module Three: New Hire Support and Engagement
- Step-by-step orientation process
- Management’s role vs. HR’s role
- Best practices and insider tips
Module Four: Supporting New Hires
- First-week daily checklist
- End-of-week follow-up
- Continued check-ins over time
Module Five: Workplace Health & Safety
- Manager responsibilities
- Overview of local compliance laws
- Industry-specific safety standards
Module Six: Managing Harassment and Discrimination Issues
- Defining harassment clearly
- Types of workplace discrimination
- Manager and employer obligations
Module Seven: Managing Workplace Violence
- What constitutes workplace violence
- Responsibilities of management
- Employer duties and prevention steps
Module Eight: Performance Management
- Choosing the right moment for feedback
- Common appraisal approaches
- Feedback sandwich technique
- Encouraging growth and development
Module Nine: Employee Discipline
- Managerial role in disciplinary action
- Decision-making and options
- Conducting the meeting
- Follow-up and documentation
Module Ten: Employee Termination
- Proper documentation
- Planning and preparation
- Making and communicating the decision respectfully
Module Eleven: Closing & Action Planning
- Final takeaways and reflections
- Review and wrap-up
- Creating personal action plans
- Completing evaluations
Who Should Attend
- Frontline and middle managers
- Supervisors and team leads
- Professionals stepping into people-management roles
Prerequisites
None
Course Materials
Detailed manual, Presentation slides, Reference materials
Technical Requirements
- Internet access for downloading course materials
- Supported Devices: Laptop, Tablet, Smartphone, eReader (excluding Kindle)
- Adobe DRM-compatible software (e.g., Digital Editions, Bluefire Reader)
Live Course Price
USD 699
Duration
1 Day
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