Introduction

HR Fundamentals training course develops essential capability to manage core human resource responsibilities and support effective people management. Participants learn how HR contributes to workforce planning, recruitment, employee administration, performance and workplace relationships. The emphasis is on applying consistent HR practices while maintaining fairness, confidentiality and professional standards.

The course progresses from HR principles and recruitment to employment documentation, compensation, performance management and employee relations. Participants examine onboarding, employee records, workplace policies, learning needs, engagement, grievances, HR metrics and process improvement. They also strengthen the judgement and communication skills required to handle day-to-day HR responsibilities effectively.

Key focus areas of this HR Fundamentals training course include:

Key Learning Outcomes

At the end of this HR Fundamentals training course, participants will be able to:

Training Methodology

This training course combines expert-led instruction, structured discussions, practical exercises and applied workplace scenarios. Participants examine common HR responsibilities, employee-management issues, organisational policies and administrative requirements while strengthening professional judgement, communication and consistent application of HR principles.

HR Fundamentals

Who Should Attend?

This HR Fundamentals training course is designed for:

  • HR Assistants
  • Human Resources Officers
  • Junior HR Generalists
  • HR Administrators
  • HR Coordinators
  • Recruitment Coordinators
  • Personnel Officers
  • HR Operations Assistants

Course Outline

Day 1

Introduction to Human Resource Management

  • Understanding HR principles, functions and responsibilities
  • Exploring the role of HR in organisational success
  • Understanding organisational structures and HR service delivery
  • Introducing workforce planning and staffing requirements
  • Developing HR policies, procedures and professional standards
  • Understanding HR ethics, confidentiality and accountability
Day 2

Recruitment, Selection and Employee Onboarding

  • Identifying workforce needs and recruitment requirements
  • Developing job descriptions and person specifications
  • Understanding recruitment channels and candidate sourcing
  • Applying screening, interviewing and selection principles
  • Managing employment offers and recruitment documentation
  • Coordinating employee onboarding and induction processes
Day 3

HR Administration, Compensation and Employment Compliance

  • Managing employee records and HR documentation
  • Understanding employment contracts and contractual obligations
  • Administering employee attendance, leave and absence records
  • Understanding salary structures, payroll and employee benefits
  • Applying HR policies and employment compliance requirements
  • Maintaining accurate HR information and data confidentiality
Day 4

Performance Management and Employee Development

  • Understanding employee performance management principles
  • Establishing performance objectives and expectations
  • Supporting performance reviews and employee feedback
  • Identifying employee learning and development needs
  • Understanding employee motivation and workplace engagement
  • Supporting career development and employee retention
Day 5

Employee Relations and Effective HR Operations

  • Understanding employee relations and workplace responsibilities
  • Managing employee grievances and disciplinary procedures
  • Addressing workplace conflict and employee concerns
  • Applying fair treatment and professional HR communication
  • Understanding HR metrics, reporting and performance indicators
  • Identifying opportunities for HR process improvement

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FAQs

The course provides a practical foundation across the main responsibilities of human resource management. It covers recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, employee records, compensation fundamentals, performance management, employee development, workplace relations, compliance and HR reporting.

The course is particularly relevant to professionals who are new to HR or moving into broader human resource responsibilities. It provides the fundamental knowledge, terminology and practical understanding needed to support common HR activities with greater confidence.

Participants examine workforce requirements, job descriptions, candidate sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection and employment documentation. The course also covers the coordination of onboarding and induction activities for new employees.

The course covers employee records, employment contracts, attendance, leave, payroll fundamentals, employee benefits and HR documentation. Attention is also given to confidentiality, data accuracy and consistent administration.

Participants learn about performance objectives, expectations, reviews and employee feedback. The course also examines learning needs, employee motivation, engagement, career development and retention.

The HR Fundamentals course introduces employee relations responsibilities, grievances, disciplinary procedures, workplace conflict and employee concerns. Participants also examine the importance of fair treatment and professional communication when managing people-related matters.

The course introduces HR reporting, performance indicators and approaches to identifying opportunities for improvement. This helps participants understand how basic HR data can support more consistent and effective people-management practices.

GRC Academy training courses are delivered in leading international business destinations, including London and Dubai. Sessions are hosted in carefully selected four- and five-star business hotels with professional meeting facilities that support focused learning, meaningful interaction, comfort and confidentiality.

GRC Academy develops customised in-house training courses that address each organisation’s strategic priorities, operational environment, and workforce capability requirements. Our team works closely with clients to tailor the course content, learning outcomes, and practical emphasis.

These tailored courses are designed to strengthen organisational capability, improve team performance, and support measurable and sustainable outcomes. For customised in-house training enquiries, please contact the GRC Academy Customer Service team at [email protected]

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