Executive Diploma in Human Resources Management

1- Human Resource Management

Overall Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module, learners will be able to:

• Demonstrate the ability to identify the overall roles, functions and activities for HRM.
• Apply various tools and techniques in managing HR including planning, appraisal and performance management
• Be aware of the challenges and focus of HRM in line with changing trends and development impacting HRM.

Topics covered include

• Overview of Human Resource Management
• HR Activities and Responsibilities
• HR Functions and Practices
• HR Planning and Processes
• Assessment and Performance
• Challenges of Human Resource Management
• Focus of Human Resource Managemen

2- Conducting Interviews

Overall Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module, learners will be able to:

• Acquire key knowledge required to undertake effective Interviewing.
• Acquire the ability to use the required models, tools and practices to ensure effective Interviewing to recruit staff.

Topics covered include

• What is an Interview
• Types of Interviews
• Interview Styles
• Preparing for an Interview
• Structuring an Interview
• Asking Right Questions in an Interview
• Role of Soft Skills while conducting an Interview

3- Recruitment and Selection

Overall Learning Outcomes

On completion of this module, learners will be able to:

• Acquire key knowledge, techniques and tools required to undertake effective staff recruitment and selection.
• Acquire the ability to use the Internet, web based channels in addition to traditional ways to recruit staff.

Topics covered include

• A blueprint for recruiting on the web
• Tap your employee network
• Turn your alumni into recruiters
• Post jobs on your site
• Build a digital resume bank
• Grow candidate community
• Advertise your job openings
• Broadcast to jobseekers
• Narrowcast to targeted candidates
• Searching for passive candidates
• Find resumes on the web
• Find people linked to companies and colleges

Course Structure

An Executive Diploma comprises of three correlated modules. Our Executive Diplomas are professional diplomas delivered in a manner that gives you the flexibility to learn at a time and place that suits your personal and work life. You can embark immediately on an Executive Diploma knowing you can fit it into your schedule.

Assessment

There are 50 Multiple Choice Questions (“MCQ”) for each module. If you start an MCQ session please remember that it will time-out after 1.5 hours. You have three attempts at the MCQ to achieve a pass mark, which is set at 50%. The Diploma is accredited by Certa (a well-established and highly regarded Ofqual registered Awarding Organisation).

Admission Criteria

You should show that you will be able to fulfil and benefit from the objectives of the diploma or certificate and be able to achieve the required standards. Although no prior knowledge is required you should normally be at least 16 years old and have the following:

• Level 2 (QCF) Certificate; or
• 4 GCSEs at grade C or above; and/or
• Relevant work experience.

Delivery Mode

Mode A: Fully Taught mode

Available at selected Approved Learning Centres. For each module we recommend that Approved Learning Centres provide at least 12 hours of face to face lectures and tutorials.

Mode B: Blended Learning mode

Available at selected Approved Learning Centres where classes are held plus learners are given a complete set of learning materials to facilitate independent study which can be accessed through our designated Learning Portal.

For each module we recommend that Approved Learning Centres provide between 6 and 12 hours of lectures/tutorials and that you spend at least 12 hours learning online.

Mode C: Fully Online mode

Learners are given a complete set of learning materials to facilitate independent study which can be accessed through our designated Learning Portal. For each module we recommend at least 24 hours of online learning.

Location

For the Blended and Fully Taught modes please Contact Us for an Approved Learning Centre near you. Please note we are constantly adding Approved Centres.

For the Fully Online Mode you may enrol immediately.

Credits and Student Learning Time

Each module carries 20 credits and therefore an Executive Diploma should be completed in 6 months.