Course Details

Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Human Resource Management course

INTRODUCTION

The Advanced Professional Certificate in Strategic Human Resource Management is designed to provide HR professionals, managers, and organizational leaders with advanced expertise in aligning human resources with strategic organizational goals. This course will deepen participants' understanding of key concepts in strategic HR management, including talent acquisition, organizational development, workforce planning, performance management, and the role of HR as a business partner.

This certificate program combines theory with real-world applications, offering an interactive learning environment where participants can develop strategies to maximize organizational performance, employee satisfaction, and long-term success. Through case studies, practical exercises, and collaborative projects, participants will emerge as strategic HR leaders equipped to drive change and deliver measurable results.

This Advanced Professional Certificate program is structured into eight modules, each focusing on key aspects of strategic human resource management. Each module includes hands-on activities, case studies, and assessments to ensure participants gain practical insights and skills to become strategic HR leaders.

 DURATION

10 days

TARGET AUDIENCE

• HR Managers looking to enhance their decision-making through data analytics.
• HR professionals involved in workforce planning, talent management, or employee performance tracking.
• Business Analysts and HR Analysts who work closely with HR data and need advanced skills in data visualization and reporting.
• Recruitment Managers who want to leverage data to improve hiring processes.
• Learning and Development Professionals seeking to track the effectiveness of training programs using analytics.
• HR Directors and Executives who want to integrate data-driven insights into HR strategies and operations.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the role of strategic HR management and its impact on achieving organizational goals.
2. Identify and implement strategic talent management practices to attract, retain, and develop top talent.
3. Apply workforce planning and analytics to align HR initiatives with business demands and opportunities.
4. Create effective employee development and performance management programs to maximize productivity and engagement.
5. Build a culture that aligns with the organization’s mission, values, and long-term objectives.
6. Utilize change management strategies to lead HR-driven organizational transformations.
7. Develop HR strategies that support DEI and create an inclusive, resilient workplace.

 COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Foundations of Strategic Human Resource Management

• Overview: Understanding strategic HRM, HR’s role as a business partner, aligning HR with business strategy.
• Topics:
  • Key principles of strategic HRM
  • Integrating HR with organizational goals
  • Overview of HR’s evolving role in leadership
• Activities: Case studies on companies excelling in HR-business alignment, group discussions on strategic HR responsibilities.
• Objectives: Equip participants with the basics of strategic HRM, illustrating how HR can contribute directly to achieving organizational goals.

Module 2: Strategic Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning

• Overview: Approaching recruitment and talent management strategically to build a robust, future-ready workforce.
• Topics:
  • Talent acquisition strategies
  • Workforce planning and analysis
  • Succession planning and future-proofing talent pipelines
• Activities: Creating a workforce plan, role-playing in recruitment strategies, data analysis for workforce planning.
• Objectives: Develop skills to attract and retain top talent and build workforce plans that anticipate future organizational needs.

Module 3: Performance Management and Employee Development

• Overview: Building systems that enhance employee performance, foster growth, and drive engagement.
• Topics:
  • Creating performance management frameworks
  • Skill gap analysis and personalized development plans
  • Aligning individual performance with business goals
• Activities: Workshop on developing a performance management system, designing development programs.
• Objectives: Learn to establish performance management practices that support organizational objectives and enhance employee growth.

Module 4: Employee Engagement and Culture Building

• Overview: Creating an engaging workplace culture that aligns with organizational values and supports employee satisfaction.
• Topics:
  • Engagement strategies and measurement techniques
  • Building a values-based and mission-driven culture
  • Aligning engagement efforts with strategic HR goals
• Activities: Case study analysis of high-engagement companies, exercises in building engagement programs.
• Objectives: Gain the skills to enhance employee satisfaction and commitment through strategic engagement initiatives.

Module 5: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) as a Strategic Priority

• Overview: Making DEI a cornerstone of HR strategy to build a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace.
• Topics:
  • DEI strategies for recruitment and retention
  • Building an inclusive workplace culture
  • Embedding DEI into HR policies and practices
• Activities: Group discussions on DEI challenges, designing an inclusive hiring policy.
• Objectives: Equip participants with strategies to create a more inclusive workplace that aligns with organizational values.

Module 6: HR Metrics and Analytics in Strategic Decision-Making

• Overview: Leveraging data and analytics for informed HR decisions that drive business impact.
• Topics:
  • Key HR metrics and performance indicators
  • Using analytics for strategic insights and decision-making
  • Measuring and communicating HR’s impact on the organization
• Activities: Hands-on exercises in data interpretation, analysis of hypothetical HR data to derive insights.
• Objectives: Learn to apply data analytics in HR to make evidence-based decisions that demonstrate HR’s value.

Module 7: Change Management and HR’s Role in Transformation

• Overview: Supporting organizations through change and transformation initiatives with HR as a change agent.
• Topics:
  • Principles of change management
  • HR’s role in managing and facilitating change
  • Strategies to overcome resistance and build resilience
• Activities: Group projects on change management case studies, exercises in planning for organizational transitions.
• Objectives: Develop skills to lead and support organizational change, managing employee transitions and minimizing resistance.

Module 8: Strategic HR Planning and Future-Proofing HR

• Overview: Preparing HR for future challenges and aligning HR strategies with long-term business goals.
• Topics:
  • Strategic HR planning techniques
  • Future trends in HR and workforce dynamics
  • Building adaptable, resilient HR practices
• Activities: Strategic HR planning exercise, group discussions on future-proofing HR.
• Objectives: Gain insights into developing long-term HR strategies that anticipate and adapt to future workforce trends and organizational needs.

 CERTIFICATION

• Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with Macskills Training and Development Institute Certificate

TRAINING VENUE

• Training will be held at Macskills Training Centre. We also tailor make the training upon request at different locations across the world.

AIRPORT PICK UP AND ACCOMMODATION

• Airport pick up and accommodation is arranged upon request

TERMS OF PAYMENT

• Payment should be made to Macskills Development Institute bank account before the start of the training and receipts sent to info@macskillsdevelopment.com