HR Fundamentals for Non-HR Professionals: Essential Skills for Effective People Management

By admin, 24 July, 2025

The HR Fundamentals for Non-HR Professionals course is designed to provide participants with a foundational understanding of core human resources practices. This course helps managers and team leaders from non-HR backgrounds understand key HR responsibilities—such as hiring, performance evaluation, conflict resolution, and compliance—with the aim of fostering a positive and productive workplace. Participants will gain actionable insights through practical examples, case discussions, and collaborative activities.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

  1. Understand the strategic role of HR in supporting organizational success and employee engagement
  2. Recognize the core HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations
  3. Apply effective hiring practices including job posting, interviewing, and selection techniques
  4. Provide structured performance feedback and conduct performance evaluations
  5. Promote positive employee relations and effectively manage workplace conflicts
  6. Understand key employment laws and compliance issues that affect the workplace
  7. Navigate common HR challenges and respond appropriately to employee concerns
  8. Maintain accurate HR documentation and ensure confidentiality in people-related processes
Application Objectives / Outcomes

Participants will be equipped to:

  1. Assist in recruitment by conducting interviews and evaluating candidates effectively
  2. Onboard new hires smoothly and support their early integration into the team
  3. Manage performance and coach employees constructively
  4. Address interpersonal issues with diplomacy and emotional intelligence
  5. Ensure compliance with employment laws related to hiring, termination, and workplace conduct
  6. Maintain HR records and support compliance with organizational policies
  7. Collaborate with HR teams to align management practices with HR strategy
  8. Contribute to a healthy, respectful, and engaging work environment
Target Audience / Who Should Enroll
  • Managers, supervisors, and team leaders
  • Project managers and department heads with people management responsibilities
  • Professionals new to HR processes seeking to support organizational culture and compliance
Eligibility Requirements / Prerequisites

None

Duration
2 Days (Customizable to organizational needs)
Language of Instruction

Available in English and Arabic

Delivery Method
Instructor-led training
Case studies and scenario discussions
Group exercises and collaborative role-plays
Practical guides and compliance checklists
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