Human Resource Management

19 January 2026

Now R8000,00
Price: R17000,00

Duration: 12 Weeks

Weekly: 10-12 hours per week

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Other Available Dates 9 February 2026 2 March 2026

Effective Human Resource Management (HRM) is a crucial element for any successful organisation. It involves the recruitment, development, motivation, and management of a skilled workforce to drive organisational growth and competitiveness. In South Africa, HRM is increasingly recognised as a vital contributor to organisational development, and HR managers are under pressure to make a significant impact on their company’s success. Qualified professionals in this field are highly valued by companies in South Africa.

This course aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the applied concepts of Human Resource Management in South Africa. Upon completion, students will have a clear understanding of HR functions and be able to support the implementation of HR processes and procedures. The course covers a wide range of topics, including recruitment and selection, talent management, learning and development, reward systems, employment relations, and organisational development initiatives.

Why ESC?

Equip students for executive roles in professional environments.

Study part-time and learn all the essentials in a short time.

Central to the learning process, take a course that considers you.

ESC is committed to empowering professionals at every stage of their career journey.

Learning Outcomes:

Understand the nature of people, the nature of the organisation and the integration of the two.
Plan and coordinate human resource planning for an organisation or entity.
Apply sound recruitment and selection processes when sourcing and appointing employees.
Determine learning and development needs and implement interventions to fill skills gaps.
Explain the concepts of remuneration and reward.
Explain the elements of total compensation.
Identify and explain the key elements of the performance management process.
Discuss the key factors for organisation change and renewal.Discuss the alignment of Human Resources to business strategy.
Explain organisational change processes and models.

Are you …

a manager responsible for managing employees daily?
currently an HR practitioner/specialist/officer aspiring to move into a managerial role?
an individual involved in HR-related areas such as recruitment, selection, talent management, performance management, learning and development, and organisational development?
someone who is aspiring to move into the Human Resources Management field?

If you have answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions, then this course is for you!

Module Content:

Module 1: Human Resource Management as a Strategic Function
Module 2: Talent Planning
Module 3: Recruitment and Employment
Module 4: Onboarding, Organisational Culture and Socialisation
Module 5: Health and Safety
Module 6: Organisational Behaviour
Module 7: Performance Management, and Training and Development
Module 8: Talent Retention and Succession Planning
Module 9: Remuneration and Reward
Module 10: Employee Relations
Module 11: Talent Offboarding to Conclude Employment