Unit 118: Human Resource Management Fundamentals

1. Introduction to Human Resource Management

• Definition and scope of HRM
• Importance of HRM in organizations
• Key functions: recruitment, training, performance management, compensation, employee relations
• Roles and responsibilities of HR professionals

2. Recruitment and Selection Process

• Job analysis and job description
• Sourcing candidates: internal vs external recruitment
• Screening and shortlisting applicants
• Interview techniques and assessment methods
• Making job offers and onboarding processes

3. Employee Training and Development

• Importance of continuous learning and skill enhancement
• Types of training programs (on-the-job, off-the-job, e-learning)
• Designing effective training modules
• Career development and succession planning

4. Performance Management

• Objectives and benefits of performance management systems
• Setting SMART goals and performance standards
• Methods of performance appraisal
• Providing constructive feedback and coaching
• Addressing performance issues and improvement plans

5. Compensation and Benefits

• Components of compensation: base pay, bonuses, incentives
• Types of benefits: health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave
• Designing competitive compensation packages
• Legal considerations in compensation

6. Employee Relations

• Building positive employee-management relationships
• Communication strategies and employee engagement
• Handling workplace conflicts and grievances
• Role of unions and collective bargaining

7. Legal and Ethical Issues in HR

• Overview of labor laws and regulations
• Anti-discrimination and equal employment opportunity laws
• Workplace health and safety standards
• Ethical dilemmas and decision-making in HR

8. Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

• Understanding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)
• Benefits of a diverse and inclusive workforce
• Strategies to promote DEI initiatives
• Overcoming unconscious bias

9. HR Metrics and Analytics

• Introduction to HR metrics and KPIs
• Common HR data sources and measurement tools
• Using analytics for talent management and decision-making
• Case studies on data-driven HR strategies

10. Emerging Trends in Human Resource Management

• Remote and flexible work policies
• Use of Artificial Intelligence and automation in HR
• Sustainable HR practices and corporate social responsibility
• Future challenges and opportunities in HRM