Human Resource Management

Overview

What You’ll Learn

Understand the core functions and purpose of human resource management.

Plan and manage workforce requirements using job analysis and HR planning.

Design effective recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes.

Develop employee performance through appraisal, feedback, and development planning.

Promote employee motivation, engagement, and wellbeing at work.

Manage employee relations, communication, and workplace conflict.

Ensure compliance with UK employment law and HR best practice.

Maintain accurate HR records and documentation.

Handle employee exits, termination, and transitions professionally.

Respond to modern HR challenges, trends, and workforce changes.

Overview

Human Resources Management is a CPD-accredited course designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of how organisations manage, support, and develop their people. The course explores the full employee lifecycle, from workforce planning and recruitment to performance management, wellbeing, and employee exit.

This course equips learners with practical HR knowledge aligned with modern workplace practices and UK employment legislation. You will gain insight into how HR contributes to organisational effectiveness, compliance, employee engagement, and sustainable performance.

Suitable for aspiring HR professionals, managers, and business owners, this flexible online course builds confidence in handling people management responsibilities professionally and ethically across a range of sectors.

Key highlights:

CPD-accredited human resource management qualification.
Covers the full employee lifecycle and core HR functions.
Aligned with UK employment law and workplace best practice.
Practical focus on performance, engagement, and wellbeing.
Fully online, self-paced learning with structured modules.

Accreditation & Recognition

Human Resources Management is CPD-accredited and aligned with recognised HR practices and professional standards. It supports continuing professional development for individuals involved in people management, HR administration, and organisational leadership.

The course is suitable across industries including business, healthcare, education, retail, hospitality, and the public sector, providing transferable HR skills valued by employers.

Earn a CPD Accredited Human Resources Management certificate.
Develop practical, employer-relevant HR skills.
100% online, flexible, self-paced learning.
Online assessment with a required 60% pass mark.
Instant digital certificate with optional printed copy.
Suitable for professional development and workplace upskilling.

Assessment & Certification

The course concludes with an assessment designed to confirm your understanding of key HR concepts, practices, and legal responsibilities. The assessment reinforces learning and practical application in real workplace contexts.

The final assessment is an online multiple-choice exam with a required 60% pass mark. Free retakes are included. Upon successful completion, you’ll receive an instant digital CPD-accredited certificate, with a printed hard copy available for £24.99 postage. No hidden fees or renewal charges apply.

Who This Course Is For

This course is designed for individuals who want to build or strengthen their understanding of human resource management. It is suitable for beginners and professionals responsible for managing people.

Aspiring HR officers and HR administrators.
Managers and supervisors with people management duties.
Business owners and entrepreneurs managing staff.
Professionals seeking a career in HR or people management.
Career changers seeking transferable HR skills.
Graduates and learners improving employability.
Organisations training staff in HR best practice.

Career Opportunities & Progression

Completing Human Resources Management supports progression into HR and people-focused roles and strengthens your ability to manage employees fairly and effectively. It also provides a foundation for further HR qualifications and professional development.

This qualification enhances employability by demonstrating knowledge of HR processes, employment law, and people management practices.

Typical career outcomes include:

HR Assistant: £22,000 – £30,000
HR Administrator: £20,000 – £28,000
People Officer: £25,000 – £35,000
HR Advisor (Junior): £28,000 – £40,000

With experience and further training, learners can progress into HR advisory, business partnering, or management roles.

Key Skills You’ll Gain

By completing this course, you’ll gain practical and transferable skills that support effective people management and organisational success.

Human resource planning and workforce management.
Recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes.
Performance management and appraisal techniques.
Employee engagement, motivation, and wellbeing.
Employee relations and workplace communication.
HR documentation and compliance with employment law.
Managing employee exits and organisational change.

Why Study with Royal Open College

Royal Open College delivers career-focused, flexible learning designed to meet modern workplace needs. Our CPD-accredited courses combine practical knowledge with professional standards.

CPD-accredited, employer-recognised qualifications.
Flexible online learning with lifetime access.
Practical, structured content aligned with workplace practice.
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs.
Trusted by learners across the UK and internationally.

Enrol today with Royal Open College and gain your CPD-accredited Human Resources Management certificate. Build confidence in managing people, strengthen your CV, and progress your career in HR and people-focused roles.

Curriculum Description

Module 01: Introduction to Human Resources

Explore the foundations of human resource management and its role within organisations. Learn how HR supports business objectives, employee wellbeing, and effective people management across the employee lifecycle.

Module 02: Strategic HRM

Understand how human resource management aligns with organisational strategy. Learn how HR planning, policies, and practices contribute to long-term business performance and competitive advantage.

Module 03: Labour and Employment Law

Explore key labour and employment law principles affecting the workplace. Learn how HR ensures legal compliance, fair treatment, and ethical employment practices within organisations.

Module 04: Organisational Development

Learn how organisations develop structures, culture, and processes to support performance. Explore change management, organisational effectiveness, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Module 05: Performance Management and Appraisal

Understand performance management systems and appraisal methods. Learn how feedback, goal-setting, and performance reviews support employee development and organisational success.

Module 06: Compensation and Benefits

Explore compensation strategies, pay structures, and employee benefits. Learn how reward systems support motivation, retention, fairness, and organisational objectives.

Module 07: Talent Management

Learn how organisations attract, develop, and retain talent. Explore succession planning, career development, and strategies for managing high-potential employees effectively.

Module 08: Recruitment and Selection

Understand recruitment and selection processes used to attract suitable candidates. Learn how assessment methods, shortlisting, and selection decisions support effective hiring.

Module 09: In-House Recruitment

Explore in-house recruitment models and internal hiring processes. Learn how organisations manage recruitment internally to improve efficiency, control, and employer branding.

Module 10: Virtual Interviewing

Learn how virtual interviewing supports modern recruitment practices. Explore online assessment tools, interview techniques, and best practices for remote candidate evaluation.

Module 11: UK Recruitment and Legislation

Understand UK recruitment laws and regulatory requirements. Learn how HR ensures fair recruitment, equality, data protection, and compliance throughout the hiring process.

Module 12: Training and Development

Explore training and development strategies that build workforce capability. Learn how learning needs analysis and development planning support employee growth and performance.

Module 13: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Workplace

Understand the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion at work. Learn how inclusive HR practices support fairness, engagement, innovation, and organisational culture.

Module 14: Employee Relations and Conflict Management

Explore employee relations frameworks and conflict management approaches. Learn how communication, consultation, and dispute resolution support positive workplace relationships.

Module 15: Health and Safety in the Workplace

Learn how organisations manage health, safety, and wellbeing responsibilities. Explore risk assessment, legal duties, and workplace practices that promote safe environments.

Module 16: The Future of Work and HR

Examine emerging HR trends shaping the future of work. Learn how technology, remote working, workforce changes, and innovation are transforming human resource management.