Employees are the lifeblood of an organization. Consequently, how staff members are selected, managed, motivated, and trained can have a significant impact on a business’s bottom line. As the professionals tasked with overseeing a company’s workforce, human resource managers are widely recognizsed as a vital cog in the broader business machine.

The University of Cape Town (UCT) Human Resource (HR) Management online short course is designed to develop your ability to efficiently manage people. Taking a highly practical approach, the course equips you with the latest HR management knowledge, focusing on employment legislation, recruitment, performance management, and employee well-being. It aims to teach you practical skills that you can apply immediately to improve your practice.

Guided by a dedicated head tutor and support team, you’ll learn how to use strategic HR management to help your organization move closer to its goals.

This course is suitable for professionals who want to learn how to practically implement effective HR management strategies and plans in any industry or organization. The content is especially suited to current and aspiring HR administrators, talent managers, training and development professionals, and team leaders. In addition, it’s likely to be beneficial for small business owners and entrepreneurs looking to improve their ability to recruit and manage personnel.