Understand Human Resource Management Fundamentals
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What you'll learn
Explain core Human Resource Management principles and evolution.
Apply talent acquisition and performance management strategies.
Evaluate career development and employee engagement systems.
Skills you'll gain
- Workforce Planning
- Employee Performance Management
- Management Training And Development
- Talent Recruitment
- Talent Management
- Workplace inclusivity
- Performance Appraisal
- Performance Review
- Talent Acquisition
- Human Resource Strategy
- People Development
- Human Resources Management and Planning
- Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
- Employee Training
- Human Relations Movement
- Employee Engagement
- Human Resources
- Performance Management
- Human Capital
- Workforce Development
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February 2026
16 assignments
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There are 4 modules in this course
Learners will develop a clear understanding of Human Resource Management principles, analyze the evolution of HR practices, apply talent management and acquisition strategies, and evaluate performance and career development systems within organizations.
This beginner-level course provides a structured and practical introduction to Human Resource Management, guiding learners through the core functions that support organizational success. Starting with HR fundamentals and intellectual capital management, the course progresses to inclusive HR practices, talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, and career growth. Learners will gain practical insights into how HR strategies align with business goals, enhance employee engagement, and build a productive workforce. What makes this course unique is its end-to-end coverage of the HR lifecycle, combining strategic concepts with real-world HR practices in a clear, beginner-friendly format. Through well-organized modules, quizzes, and applied learning scenarios, learners build job-ready HR knowledge without requiring prior experience. By the end of the course, learners will be equipped with foundational HR skills applicable to entry-level HR roles, management positions, and business environments seeking effective people management.
This module introduces the fundamentals of Human Resource Management, exploring its definition, evolution, scope, and strategic importance in modern organizations, while emphasizing the role of human and intellectual capital in organizational success.
What's included
6 videos4 assignments
6 videosβ’Total 35 minutes
- Introduction to Human Resource Managementβ’5 minutes
- HRM-Definitionβ’3 minutes
- HRM-Across the Agesβ’10 minutes
- HRM-Complements β’5 minutes
- HRM-Introductionβ’3 minutes
- Intellectual Capital Managementβ’9 minutes
4 assignmentsβ’Total 60 minutes
- Graded - Foundations of Human Resource Managementβ’30 minutes
- Understanding Human Resource Managementβ’10 minutes
- Evolution and Scope of HRMβ’10 minutes
- HR in Modern Organizationsβ’10 minutes
This module focuses on managing intellectual capital, promoting equal opportunity, embracing diversity, and aligning HR strategies with organizational goals through effective planning and analysis.
What's included
7 videos4 assignments
7 videosβ’Total 58 minutes
- Intellectual Capital Management Continueβ’13 minutes
- Equal Opportunityβ’9 minutes
- Diversity Managementβ’7 minutes
- Intellectual Capital Strategyβ’7 minutes
- Intellectual Capital Strategy Continueβ’10 minutes
- Intellectual Capital Strategy and Analysisβ’9 minutes
- Intellectual Capital Planning Complementsβ’1 minute
4 assignmentsβ’Total 60 minutes
- Graded - Intellectual Capital & Inclusive HR Practicesβ’30 minutes
- Managing Intellectual Capitalβ’10 minutes
- Diversity and Strategic HR Thinkingβ’10 minutes
- HR Strategy and Planningβ’10 minutes
This module examines the end-to-end talent management and acquisition process, including job design, employee engagement, workforce planning, sourcing strategies, recruitment channels, and talent selection.
What's included
8 videos4 assignments
8 videosβ’Total 81 minutes
- Job Design & Engagementβ’8 minutes
- Roles & Responsibilitiesβ’11 minutes
- Retention & Experienceβ’9 minutes
- Workforce Planningβ’10 minutes
- Sourcing Strategyβ’10 minutes
- Recruitment Channelsβ’12 minutes
- Talent Selectionβ’12 minutes
- Talent Selection Continueβ’11 minutes
4 assignmentsβ’Total 60 minutes
- Graded - Talent Management & Acquisitionβ’30 minutes
- Talent Management Foundationsβ’10 minutes
- Talent Acquisition Planningβ’10 minutes
- Recruitment and Selectionβ’10 minutes
This module explores talent development, performance management, leadership development, and career management practices that support employee growth, organizational performance, and inclusive career advancement.
What's included
10 videos4 assignments
10 videosβ’Total 93 minutes
- Transforming Talent-Complementsβ’1 minute
- Transforming Talent β Orientation & Overviewβ’10 minutes
- Transforming Talent β Performance Gapsβ’11 minutes
- Transforming Talent β Training Methodsβ’8 minutes
- Transforming Talent β Leadership Developmentβ’9 minutes
- Performance Managementβ’12 minutes
- Performance Management Continueβ’12 minutes
- Career Management β Foundations & Coachingβ’10 minutes
- Career Management β Employee Growthβ’11 minutes
- Career Management β Diversity & Advancementβ’9 minutes
4 assignmentsβ’Total 60 minutes
- Graded - Talent Development, Performance & Careersβ’30 minutes
- Transforming and Developing Talentβ’10 minutes
- Training, Leadership & Performanceβ’10 minutes
- Performance and Career Growthβ’10 minutes
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Reviewed on Jun 10, 2026
The course offers a balanced overview of employee engagement, training and development, and workplace policies, giving a comprehensive understanding of the field.
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
It gives a clear overview of the responsibilities and challenges faced by HR professionals.
Reviewed on Jun 1, 2026
Some advanced HR case studies could have been included, but overall it was an informative and valuable learning experience.
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