This course combines two of eight modules of the Advanced Certificate in Human Resource Management which are Human Resources Development and HR Business Partner.
Human Resource Development aligns organizational business needs with employees’ competencies, knowledge, and skills, effectively closing the gap between them. HR demonstrates strategic value by identifying and creating learning opportunities that increase employee capability and organizational knowledge. This module outlines a comprehensive, step-by-step approach to analyzing, designing, developing, implementing, evaluating an effective Human Resource Development (HRD) strategy and plan which is also aligned with both Career and Leadership Development.
Develop the necessary skills to become an effective HR business partner and maximize the value of HR in your organization. Explore the positive impact of the HR business partner role and how the use of an HR business partner structure improves HR services across an organization. How to build a business case and engage in group discussions to enhance your consulting skills, business acumen and analytics to strategically contribute to organizational goals.
Course Methodology
Modules within the Advanced Certificate in Human Resource Management (ACHRM) are uniquely designed; no prerequisites are required, and the learner can enter the program at any time. Plus, the complete Certificate program involves a wide variety of learning experiences including group discussions, individual and group activities, case studies, toolkit development and a post-test reinforcement of learning at the end of each module.
Course Objectives
Human Resources Development Module
By the end of the module participants will be able to:
Explain the relationship between organizational culture, strategic vision, and Human Resource Development.
Describe the scope and trends in Human Resource Development.
Assess the Human Resource Development needs in an organization.
Describe how a career development strategy links to organizational needs.
Describe the role of leadership development in an organization.
Apply Human Resource Development activities to support development.
Apply appropriate learning methodologies to employee training and development.
HR Business Partner Module
By the end of the module participants will be able to:
Identify key leadership skills for HR Business Partners.
Demonstrate effective internal consulting skills.
Demonstrate business acumen and an understanding of the financial drivers of company performance.
Align your recommendations with the strategic direction of the organization.
Create and deliver a compelling presentation to inform and influence others.
Target Audience
This course is designed specifically for HR generalists and HR specialists in the fields of human resources development and HR business partner
Note
Course content (slides and participant activity book) is developed by the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM). SHRM is the exclusive copyright owner of the material.
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Course Outline
Human Resources Development Module Content
Lesson 1 - Human Resource Development Strategic Connection
Defining Human Resource Development
The Scope of Human Resource Development
Organizational Impact
The Value of Remaining Competitive
The Value of Top Performers
Individual Value
Lesson 2 - Assessing Organizational Needs
What is an Organizational Needs Assessment?
Steps of an Organizational Needs Assessment
Gather Necessary Information
Analyze Information
Devise a Plan
Potential Organizational Needs
Achieve Organizational Results
Lesson 3 - Learning Methodologies
Adult Learner Characteristics
Elements & Types of a Formal Learning Program
Elements of an Informal Learning Program
The ADDIE Model
Lesson 4 - Development Activities
Approaches to Development
Lesson 5 - Career Development
Components of Career Development
How to Develop Employees
Roles in Managing Career Development
Individual Development Plan (IDP)
Lesson 6 - Leadership Development
Leadership and Management
Understand Your Leaders
Preparing Potential Leaders
HR Business Partner Module Content
Lesson 1 - Performance Expectations for HR Business Partners
Performance Expectations
Lesson 2 - Internal Consulting Skills
Internal Consulting Skills
Internal Consulting Process
Lesson 3 - Business Acumen
What is Profit?
The Income Statement
The Concept of Cash Flow
Lesson 4 - Align Projects with Strategic Direction
Business Cases
Purpose of a Business Case
Writing a Business Case
Common Mistakes
Lesson 5 - Leadership Skills for HR Business Partners
Build Your Skill as a Strategic Contributor
Track Metrics that Managers Value
Ensure HR Role is Running Smoothly
Move Towards a Partnership Role
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ACHRM
Advanced Certificate in Human Resource Management (ACHRM)
The Advanced Certificate in Human Resource Management (ACHRM) from SHRM is a comprehensive and widely recognized*, real-world, HR practitioner-focused interactive learning experience. It is an HR Certificate program that encompasses 8 Modules covering all HR functional areas derived from the same Body of Competency and Knowledge (SHRM BoCK™) used to develop the world-renowned SHRM-CP™ and SHRM-SCP™ professional HR certifications. The program is delivered using an experiential learning approach.
And for the first time since its launch, we are happy to offer our learners the complete program as a fully online interactive experience using industry-leading platforms for delivery that simulate a live, face-to-face classroom experience!
* The ACHRM program is recognized by the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF, AKA HADAF) for full reimbursement in a testament to the level of the program’s quality.
