So, you say, "I want to work with people." Will an HR (Human Resources) position really let you "work with people"? While having "good people skills" is certainly a positive attribute for working in the human resources field, being in tune with the ever-changing policies and procedures that successfully make a team or company tick, is just as important as being the boss that everyone loves. Managing your rules and guidelines works in tandem with managing "your people." This course will give you a clear overview of how a successful HR department and a HR manager will operate.
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Course Description
Many professionals who enter into the world of human resources quickly believe that they will succeed in their new found field simply because they have a knack for relating with people from all walks of life. While having "good people skills" is certainly a positive attribute for working in the human resources field, being in tune with the ever-changing policies and procedures that successfully make a team or company tick, is just as important as being the boss that everyone loves. Managing your rules and guidelines works in tandem with managing "your humans."
Today, many managers enter the world of human resources simply because they are exceptional managers. They have climbed the rank and file of the corporate ladder, succeeding at each rung, to the point where they are now managing a team, which may include "kids" fresh out of college or professionals who have been in the workforce for some time, sometimes even longer than the manager himself. Having the ability to create synergy on his team, to drive productivity and provide opportunities for employee growth while developing policies and procedures that apply to all are just a few of the trademarks that make a great manager.
Others enter the human resource field by choice. They are the "people" people who want to work in the actual Human Resources department of a company to become "the people that staff and operate an organization as contrasted with the financial and material resources of an organization. The organizational function that deals with the people ..." Whether its entering the world of human resources by choice or by being thrown in because of your professional successes, the basic principles remain the same: you not only want to get the job done, but also you want to get it done with good people who work collectively and cooperatively toward a common goal successfully. Hiring the right people, training them, affording them opportunities for growth, all while setting parameters and guidelines, is the key to great human resource management.
Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Module I - Introduction to Human Resource Management
A. HR Management: HRM versus HRD (Development) B. HR Management: HRM in Today's Workplace
Lesson 2: Module II - History of Human Resources
A. Overview of the Labor Department B. Unions C. The Personnel Department D. Human Resource Movement
Lesson 3: Module III - Finding and Hiring the Best "Human" for the Job
A. Where to Find the Right People B. Posting a Truthful Job Description C. Important Laws to Remember D. Reviewing A Resume and The Application Form E. Thought-provoking Interview Questions & What NOT to Say F. You're Hired –
Lesson 4: Module IV - Compensation and Benefits
A. Determining Pay Rates For Positions B. Hourly, Salary and Incentive-Based Pay C. If Money Doesn't Motivate D. Time Off E. Health, Dental & Life Insurance F. Retirement Plans G. Other Perks
Lesson 5: Module V - Staying Within Compliance & Creating a Safe Workplace
A. Employee Policies and Records B. Laws, Topics and Issues C. Ethics D. Basic OSHA Standards E. Creating a Safe and Healthy Work Environment F. Alcohol, Drugs and EAP G. HIV/AIDS in the Workplace H. Sexual Harassment
Lesson 6: Module VI - Training, Employee recognition and discipline
A. Employee Orientation B. Personal, Management and Leadership Development C. Training Tools D. Motivating and Recognizing Staff Members E. Performance Assessments and Reviews F. Taking Disciplinary Action
Lesson 7: Module VII - Professional Development
A. Training and Development Activities B. Individual Career Development Plan C. Management Trainee Programs
Lesson 8: Module VIII - Calling It Quits
A. Legal Termination B. When An Employee Quits C. Cuts and Layoffs
Optional Certificates Awarded
Certificate of Merit
Certificate of Academic Excellence
Certificates may be awarded by the instructor at his/her own discretion and are based on student merit.
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This is a non-credit course, and is provided for your personal enrichment.
This course is not intended to be a substitute for any state, government, licensing, or educational requirements.
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