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About this course

Ready to take your HR career to the next level? Enrol now in our fully online Fundamentals of Human Resource Management course! In just 4 months you’ll learn the most important concepts in HR management, from labour legislation to recruitment, selection, compensation, performance management, and disciplinary matters.

Our course is designed by experienced HR professionals, so you’ll gain the industry insight and expertise you need to succeed. Whether you’re an HR professional, manager, or employee, our short course equips you with essential tools to confidently manage HR processes and make a positive impact in your organisation.

Course summary
  • 4 Units

  • 4 months at 8 hours/week

  • Certificate included
  • Lecture-supported

Fundamentals of Human Resource Management

TYPE:

Short Course

MODE:

Fully Online

DURATION:

4 months

PACE:

8 h/week

Pay as little as R524* / monthly

Flexible payment options available

 
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What you will learn about

This course contains 4 units and can be completed in 4 months at the recommended pace of 8 hours per week:

  • Unit 1: The Human Resource Environment
  • Unit 2: Finding and Placing Suitable Candidates
  • Unit 3: Maintaining Employees
  • Unit 4: Termination

With our structured approach to learning, you can quickly gain valuable knowledge and skills. All courses include onboarding information, video lessons, multiple assessment opportunities, and monthly live Q&A sessions with a subject matter expert

Upon successful completion of this course you should be able to:

  1. Describe the fundamentals of the human resource management environment;
  2. Discuss the legislation regulating human resource management;
  3. Describe the human resource functions relevant in the finding and placing of suitable candidates;
  4. Explain the orientation/induction of employees;
  5. Evaluate the management of compensation and benefits within an organisation;
  6. Explain performance management principles and processes; and
  7. Evaluate the various forms of termination.
  • Lead any team to success – Gain a deep understanding of HR practices and principles that are crucial to creating a positive workplace culture. You will be empowered to make informed decisions that positively impact your entire team, from hiring and onboarding to performance management.
  • Manage HR processes with ease – Learn all the key aspects of HR management to effectively manage the entire employee lifecycle, from recruitment to termination. You will be better equipped to advance your career, take on more senior roles and even negotiate your salary.
  • Gain versatile capabilities – Our HR management course is designed to equip you with skills and knowledge that are relevant to various positions and industries. By gaining a solid foundation in HR, you’ll be prepared to handle a wide range of challenges in any work environment.

Is this course right for me?

Human resource management is a business discipline that directly impacts every employee in an organisation. A sound understanding of HR practices and principles is beneficial to HR professionals as well as various managers and employees in an organisation. Due to the diversity of the skills gained from this course, it is relevant to HR professionals, employees, and managers at various levels.

This course aims to familiarise students with the fundamentals of the human resource management discipline. The course is specifically designed to give students a comprehensive introduction to the world of human resource management.

By the end of this course, you will be able to easily apply HR best practice principles to any employment industry or environment. You will be able to complete every day tasks related to the employee lifecycle from recruitment through to termination of service, with a deep understanding and application of labour legislation.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be equipped to pursue a range of exciting careers such as:

  • Staffing Coordinator
  • Staffing Specialist
  • Human Resource Assistant
  • Human Resource Administrator
  • Human Resource Supervisor
  • Personnel Manager
  • Human Resource Manager
 

When can you start this course?

Our Short Courses are administered in various intakes throughout the year. Enrol for a date that suits you or enquire now if you’d like more information.

 

Short Course Admissions

  • Minimum of Grade 9 (Standard 7)
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Alternate admission is possible on the basis of Mature Age exemption (23 years and older)
  • Ability to read and write in English, which is the language of instruction
  • Students should also possess a basic level of digital literacy skills

Our Short Course programmes are offered all year round, making enrolling easy and convenient anytime. Complete our online application form, and await a call from one of our friendly Enrolment Consultants.

At iQ Academy, we offer all our programmes exclusively through online learning. Students must have regular access to a device and a stable internet connection, whether via a mobile device or any other means.

Don’t worry about course materials, as they are all available online and can be downloaded to your smartphone, PC or tablet for offline use. We do not provide printed textbooks. If you prefer printed materials, you can easily download and print them yourself.

Our teaching and learning activities occur 100% online. If you require more information, please feel free to enquire now.

  • A PC, Tablet or Smartphone
  • Access to a reliable internet connection
  • An active email account
  • At least 1GB of data per month
 

Simple pricing, big value

Our course fees are all-inclusive, there are no hidden costs. Get access to feature-rich learning and exclusive student benefits.

Total course fee

R9,432
  • All inclusive

  • Choose how you pay: Upfront or in monthly instalments

Monthly instalments

Pay as little as R524* / monthly

  • Interest free payment plans

  • Receive your digital certificate when you have finished paying off your plan

*Terms and deposit are subject to affordability. View our payment options for more information.

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This Short Course FAQ’s

The focus of the course is on creating an understanding of the labour legislation that HR professionals will work with every day as well as the employee lifecycle from recruitment through to termination of service. Each element from recruitment, selection, onboarding, performance management, training and development, and termination is discussed.

Human resource management is one of the business disciplines that directly impact every employee in an organisation. Knowledge of labour legislation empowers employees in the workplace. This course provides fundamental knowledge of the various human resource functions in an organisation. Managers at all levels in the organisation also need to have a solid foundation in the management of people or human resource management. This course is therefore aimed at employees, HR professionals, and managers at various levels.

Students will gain practical skills in 

  • Labour legislation
  • Job design and analysis
  • Employee recruitment
  • Employee selection
  • Employee onboarding
  • Performance management
  • Training and development
  • Employee termination

It provides HR professionals with a holistic view of the knowledge and competencies that form part of the HR profession. This ensures good labour practices are followed, impacting positively on the employees’ morale, and reducing the risk of the employer being non-compliant with HR legislation, policies, and practices.

The course covers all the important labour legislation that HR professionals need to know and use. Best practice in recruitment, selection, and onboarding is covered, equipping students with these critical HR skills. The course focuses on strategies that can be used to improve employee performance.