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Essentials of Human Resource Management
Course Code: HRM 5100


Do you know why some are paid overtime and others are not? Do you know the questions that can and cannot be asked as a part of an interview? How can you reduce your company’s risk of high-cost litigation? Can your company afford for you not to know the answer to these questions? This five-week, one-night-per-week program can provide those answers for you. It is an introductory course that will increase your knowledge and help to reduce potentially costly lawsuits. The course is designed for employees with management responsibilities who need to know basic Human Resource concepts BEFORE disciplinary action is required and formal HR staff members have to get involved.

Who Should Attend
• Newly promoted or experienced supervisors and managers who have responsibility to interview and hire new staff
• Team leaders with supervisory accountability
• Individuals seeking a career change into Human Resources or are at the entry level of Human Resources

How You Will Benefit
• Get a better understanding of the HR function
• Develop competencies and decision-making skills, and provide knowledge HR professionals can apply in real-world situations
• Gain the HR background to ensure compliance in HR-related matters and avoid costly lawsuits
• Increase your knowledge of HR beyond just your functional area
• Promotes a consistent understanding of the HR function to non-HR managers

Program Modules
• Essentials of Human Resource Management
• Employment Law in Your Workplace
• Effective Recruitment and Selection Techniques
• Basics of Compensation
• Orienting and Training New Employees
• Ensuring Quality Performance


Dates / Locations

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Fees
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Instructor
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