Training Course on Strategic Human Resource Management (HRM004)
Training Course on Strategic Human Resource Management
Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) focuses on positioning people, talent and organizational capabilities as key drivers of business performance and long-term growth. This practical training equips HR professionals, managers and organizational leaders with the knowledge and tools to align HR strategies with organizational priorities, strengthen workforce planning, develop talent, improve performance and support organizational transformation.
The course explores the strategic role of HR beyond traditional administrative functions, with emphasis on workforce planning, talent management, performance management, leadership development, employee engagement, HR analytics, change management and digital HR. Participants will also examine how HR can use data, technology and strategic partnerships to contribute more effectively to organizational decision-making.
Course Duration
5 days
Course Objectives
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the strategic role of HR in organizational performance and growth.
- Align HR strategies with organizational goals and business priorities.
- Develop effective workforce planning and talent management strategies.
- Strengthen performance management and employee development systems.
- Develop leadership pipelines and succession planning approaches.
- Apply HR metrics and analytics to support evidence-based decisions.
- Manage organizational change and build a culture that supports adaptability.
- Identify opportunities to use HR technology and digital solutions to improve HR effectiveness.
Course Outline
Module 1: Strategic Human Resource Management Fundamentals
- Understanding Strategic Human Resource Management and its importance
- Evolution of HR from an administrative function to a strategic business partner
- The strategic role of HR in organizational performance
- Linking HR strategy with organizational vision, mission and objectives
- HR strategic planning and organizational alignment
- Key HR functions and their contribution to business outcomes
- Developing a high-performance HR culture
- Emerging trends shaping strategic HR management
Module 2: Strategic Workforce Planning and Talent Management
- Principles and importance of strategic workforce planning
- Assessing current and future workforce requirements
- Identifying workforce gaps and critical skills
- Workforce forecasting and succession needs
- Talent acquisition and strategic recruitment planning
- Developing talent pipelines
- Talent identification, development and retention
- Integrating workforce planning with organizational strategy
Module 3: Performance Management and Employee Development
- Strategic approaches to performance management
- Designing effective performance management systems
- Setting SMART objectives, KPIs and performance targets
- Performance appraisal methods and practices
- Continuous feedback, coaching and performance conversations
- Identifying employee development needs
- Linking performance with learning and career development
- Managing underperformance and improving employee productivity
Module 4: Leadership Development and Succession Planning
- Strategic importance of leadership development
- Identifying high-potential employees and future leaders
- Developing leadership competencies
- Building effective leadership development programmes
- Succession planning frameworks and processes
- Developing talent pipelines for critical positions
- Coaching, mentoring and leadership support
- Measuring the effectiveness of leadership and succession programmes
Module 5: Employee Engagement, Retention and Organizational Culture
- Understanding employee engagement and its strategic importance
- Drivers of employee motivation and commitment
- Strategies for attracting and retaining talent
- Building a positive organizational culture
- Employee experience and workplace practices
- Measuring employee engagement and satisfaction
- Addressing turnover and retention challenges
- Creating an inclusive, productive and high-performing workplace
Module 6: Strategic Compensation, Rewards and Benefits
- Principles of strategic compensation management
- Designing competitive salary and reward structures
- Linking compensation with organizational performance
- Employee benefits and total rewards
- Performance-based rewards and recognition
- Pay equity and internal and external competitiveness
- Non-financial rewards and employee recognition
- Using compensation strategies to support attraction and retention
Module 7: HR Analytics, Technology and Data-Driven HR
- Introduction to HR analytics and evidence-based HR management
- Strategic HR metrics and KPIs
- Using workforce data to support HR decision-making
- HR dashboards and reporting
- Workforce and talent analytics
- Introduction to HR information systems (HRIS)
- Digital transformation and automation of HR processes
- Emerging technologies and the future of digital HR
Module 8: Organizational Change, HR Leadership and Strategic HR Implementation
- HR's role in organizational change and transformation
- Change management strategies and managing resistance
- Building organizational agility and resilience
- Aligning HR initiatives with organizational transformation
- Building strategic partnerships with senior management
- Developing and implementing an HR strategic plan
- Measuring HR contribution to organizational performance
- Future trends and the evolving role of strategic HR leadership
Note: The specific content, activities, and duration of each session may be adjusted based on the target audience, learning objectives, and available time.
Course Language
English
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