Human Resource Management Level 4 and 5

• This module will explore the skills and qualities of entrepreneurship.

• Module 2 explores what determines the optimum structure and how it differs between organisations. You will look at the numerous models and theories that make up organisational structure.

• In module 3 you will complete exercises in accounts to understand what they are showing and the actions that analysis can bring about.

• This module will ask what is the business trying to achieve? You will understand how to create clear goals and clear plans to achieve a set objective.

• In module 5 you will review the impact of politics on business. You will learn about economic impact, exports and government support.

• Explore the statutory responsibilities of managers as learners look into the legalities of business and business executives.

• Module 7 is all about business in the modern world. This module focuses on governance and equality as a means to do right in business.

• Understanding how your people and your business can continually improve together, you will review reward structures, CPD, training and development to ensure high performance in business.

• In module 9 you will analyse how markets, customers, competitors and products can come together in a cohesive plan.

• On successful completion of module 10, you will have knowledge of numeric exercises and will understand their use within the context of the business.

• Understanding of organisational culture
• Various influences on the operation of the organisation itself

• Interpersonal skills required by managers and leaders in different managerial responsibilities
• Learn how to develop these skills for improved performance

• What effective performance management means
• How performance management can be used to improve workplace performance in terms of discipline and reward

• Ethical issues that can arise as a part of effective management
• How ethical decisions can be made
• What the legal and regulatory context of what workplace ethics looks like

• Reasons for and best methods of training people in an organisation

• Best methods for motivating people, both individually and as part of a team

• Understanding factors that shape the design of structure within organisations
• How the organisational structure can influence management strategy

• Understanding of the internal approaches used to determine recruitment needs
• Different approaches taken by organisations to attract and select potential candidates
• Requirements of contracts of employment and the importance of personal development

• Importance of strategic human resource management in an organisation
• The analysis of various factors impacting the labour market
• The ways in which employment can be terminated
• Different forms of discrimination

• Understanding core principles that underpin an effective team in terms of team membership and team leadership

You will be assessed through a mix of online assessments and written assignments.

Once each module is complete, you will have to take an online multiple-choice assessment for each module.

Once each module and online assessment is completed you will be provided with the details for each written assignment. Each assignment will be set between 3000 – 5000 words long.

You will have access to your course for five years with personal tutor support throughout this time. As each module contains 40 guided learning hours of study and an additional 30-50 hours of optional study material, you have more than enough time to complete your course without deadline pressure.

You can study at your own pace, in your own environment. As long as you have an internet connection and your laptop, smartphone or tablet, you are able to learn.
The course is all online, with access to interactive webinars and the online social learning forum.

You will have full tutor support including one-to-one Skype sessions, so you are able to get the help you need throughout your course.

You will achieve an IAB Level 4 Diploma in Human Resource Management (610/3133/1) and Qualifi Level 5 Diploma in Business Management (601/6049/4).

This is the equivalent to both first and second year of an undergraduate degree course.

Those who want a full degree may then go onto complete their studies at university starting in third year.

Potential job roles include:
• Management
• HR
• Strategic business management
• Business consultancy