Introduction to Human Resources Management

Master the basics of HR, employee lifecycle, and strategic people management in modern organizations.

What you'll learn
- Fundamentals of Human Resources Management (HRM)
- The role of HR Partners in organizations
- Key responsibilities and functions of HR departments
- The HR life cycle from recruitment to offboarding
- The Employee Journey Map (EJM) and how to design it

Requirements
- For a better learning experience, we suggest you to use a laptop / mobile phone / pen and paper for taking notes, highlighting important points, and making summaries to reinforce your learning.

Description
In today’s fast-changing business world,Human Resources (HR)is more than just recruitment and paperwork — it’s the strategic engine behind talent, culture, performance, and organizational success. Whether you're looking to begin your career in HR, manage your own team, or simply gain a better understanding of how businesses operate through people, this course is your perfect starting point.

"Introduction to Human Resources Management"is a comprehensive beginner-level course designed to give you a solid foundation in the world of HR. It walks you through the key concepts, essential functions, and real-world practices of human resources in modern organizations. No prior experience or business background is required. By the end of the course, you will be equipped with a working knowledge of how HR operates, the role it plays in business strategy, and how professionals create engaging, efficient, and effective workplaces.

What You'll Learn:

The fundamentals of Human Resources Management

The key responsibilities and functions of HR departments

The difference between HR generalists, specialists, and HR Business Partners

How HR supports the employee lifecycle — from recruitment to offboarding

The structure of a modern HR department and its strategic role in organizations

How to interpret and use theEmployee Journey Map (EJM)to improve employee experience

The importance of onboarding, training, employee development, performance management, and engagement

How HR professionals contribute to business success and employee well-being

Who This Course Is For:

Students interested in Human Resources or Business Management

Career changers who want to explore opportunities in HR

Small business owners or entrepreneurs looking to understand how to manage and support their teams

Junior HR professionals looking to refresh or formalize their knowledge

Team leaders or managers who want to build stronger teams and workplace culture

Anyone curious about how people strategies are built and executed in successful companies

Course Structure:

This course is divided into3 focused modules, each consisting of4 clear and concise lectures:

Module 1: Fundamentals of Human Resources

Lecture 1: What is Human Resources Management?

Lecture 2: Key HR Responsibilities and Functions

Lecture 3: Understanding the HR Lifecycle

Lecture 4: HR's Role in Organizational Success

This module provides the foundational knowledge you need to understand what HR is and why it matters.

Module 2: Core HR Concepts and Tools

Lecture 1: Talent Acquisition and Recruitment

Lecture 2: Employee Onboarding and Integration

Lecture 3: Employee Development and Performance

Lecture 4: Engagement, Retention, and Culture

You’ll explore how HR supports employees throughout their journey and how each stage impacts the organization.

Module 3: HR in Practice

Lecture 1: HR as a Strategic Business Partner

Lecture 2: HR Responsibilities in Large vs. Small Organizations

Lecture 3: The Structure of the HR Department

Lecture 4: The Employee Journey Map – From Hire to Exit

This module connects the dots between theory and practice, giving you real insight into how HR works in real companies.

Bonus Content & Final Assessment:

To make sure you walk away with lasting value from this course, we’re including a fewunique bonuses:

APodcast Summaryof the entire course — review the most important concepts in audio format without needing to rewatch every video. Perfect for reinforcing your learning on the go.

AFinal Quizthat tests your understanding of all the key lessons — designed to confirm and prove the knowledge you’ve gained. It will also help you identify areas for further improvement.

What Makes This Course Different?

This isn’t just a theory-heavy course. It's built to help youthink like an HR professional— using modern frameworks, clear language, and real-world examples. By the end, you’ll not only understand what HR is but also be able to explain its value to any business.

Simple explanations, no jargon

Real-life business examples

Practical advice for job seekers, new managers, and career switchers

Focus on strategy, structure, and employee experience

Whether you want tostart a career in HR,work more effectively with your HR team, orbecome a better manager, this course will help you understand the people side of business — clearly and confidently.

After Completing This Course, You’ll Be Able To:

- Explain the core components of HR management- Understand the HR department’s structure and daily responsibilities- Identify the stages of the employee lifecycle- Recognize how HR contributes to employee performance and engagement- Apply the Employee Journey Map to improve employee experience- Understand the value of HR in business strategy

Ready to Take the First Step?

If you’ve ever wondered how organizations attract, develop, and retain top talent — or how culture and performance are shaped through HR practices — this course is for you. You don’t need prior knowledge or experience. All you need is curiosity and a desire to understand how people are managed in professional environments.

Join us now and start building your HR knowledge step by step. By the end, you’ll be confident in your understanding, ready for deeper study or immediate application — and you’ll have the tools to take your next step in HR, business, or management.

Let’s get started today!

Who this course is for:
- any who want to build a career at Human Resources or improve their knowledge.
- companies and individuals seeking to build a successful career
- business student
- career starter
- professional looking to transition into HR
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