This online course introduces learners to the fundamental principles and practices of human resource management. Across seven focused segments, learners explore the strategic role of HR, best practices for recruiting and developing employees, compensation fundamentals, workforce diversity, and employment laws. Designed for current and aspiring managers, the course emphasizes how everyday people‑management decisions impact organizational performance and carry potential legal implications.
Module 1: Introduction to Human Resource Management
Module 2: Recruiting, Screening, and Employee Selection
Module 3: Training, Development, and Performance Management
Module 4: Compensation, Benefits, and Rewards
Module 5: Workforce Diversity and Inclusion
Module 6: Employee Relations, Discipline, and Retention
Module 7: Employment Laws and Legal Considerations in HR
By the end of this course, the learner will be able to:
Explain the core goals and functions of human resource management
Describe best practices for recruiting, screening, and selecting employees
Identify effective approaches to employee training, performance appraisal, and development
Understand compensation structures and reward systems
Recognize the value of workforce diversity and inclusive practices
Identify key employment laws that influence HR decisions
Apply HR principles to managerial decision‑making while minimizing legal risk
Certificate of completion
This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.