Diploma in Human Resource Management

Purpose

The purpose of this programme is to enable learners who have completed the Certificate Level to gain depth knowledge of the Human Resource Management (HRM) field. The role of HR Managers is vitally important in an organisation therefore learners are trained to be competent in the application of theories, principles and concepts in their day to day work in Human Resource environment of an organisation.

Learners become familiar with the Employment Equity Act, The Labour Relations Act and an understanding of their constitutional rights as employees. This programme is also considered as a social development Programme as learners gain an in depth insight of Human Resource Management and able to give advice to friends and families. HR Managers roles are crucial for the success of an organisation which in turn enhances the economy of the country.

Rationale of the Qualification

Learners who have successfully completed the Diploma in Human Resource Management will be allowed access to this qualification. The training in this programme allows for the learner to progress further and broaden their skills, knowledge, values and attitudes and gives learners the opportunity to move up the value chain. Access to employment is increased and the qualification will indicate to employers the level of competency of the learner.

The whole Human Resource field is a key business function essential for the success of the business. The key role of the person performing this job function is to successfully manage human resources by application of policies and procedures, identify, anticipate, satisfy employee needs and evaluate problems and resolve them by means of facilitation to achieve targets of the business. This qualification will promote lifelong learning and clearly defined career paths.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

This qualification can be achieved through RPL as per the following terms

• Proof has to be presented in the forms of work records, reports/ testimonials/letters of references stating job functions performed, previous qualifications if any available and performance records.
• Pass Certificate in Human Resources Management.
• Prior learning is taken into consideration on the merit of each learner.
• And the unique circumstances of each learner.

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Exit Level Outcomes

Holders of this qualification will be competent in

• Ability to draw up policies and procedures
• Analyse, adhere, use, meet the legislative requirements and the business policies and procedures in the human resources management activities.
• Manage, supervise and ensure quality in performance levels of employees.
• Communicate effectively to ensure development of employees and ensure maintenance of good working relationships.
• Ability to ensure there is a effective and efficient information system in place of the administration, benefits compensation and management of employees.
• Ability to ensure the Health and Safety regulations are adhered to and maintained in the work environment.
• Ability to supervise and manage employees performance.
• Determine and apply rewards and incentives.
• Analyse and use statistical data to identify areas that require improvisation and improvise accordingly.
• Assess problems with employees and take appropriate actions.
• Articulate the operations service and performance levels required in the organisation.
• Ability to lead in a diverse work environment.

Critical Cross Field Outcomes

• Exploring education and career opportunities.
• Reflecting and exploring a variety of strategies to learn more effectively.
• Identify and solve problems in which responses display that responsible decisions using critical and creative thinking.
• Work effectively with others as a member of a team, group, organisation or community.
• Organise and manage oneself and ones activities responsibly and effectively.
• Collect, analyse, organise and critically evaluate information.
• Communicate effectively using visual, mathematical and /or language skills in the modes of oral and/or written presentation.
• Use science and technology effectively and critically, showing responsibility towards the environment and health of others.

• Ensure that human resource issues are identified and controlled.
• Policies and procedures are implemented.
• Information System issues are understood, implemented and monitored.
• Employees statistics and activities and their analysis , development, implementation, monitoring and control are applied.
• Verify conformance to human resource policies by employees.
• Research and evaluate areas of learning requirements/needs of employees.
• Schedule and plan all Human resource activities.

Integrated Assessment

• The integrated assessment gives learners the ability to integrate concepts across the unit standards to achieve competency for the purpose of the qualification. Integrated assessment is to assess the quality of performance thinking and understanding. It is applicable to formative and summative assessment, which is both practical and theoretical.
• The integrated assessment must enable learners to display capabilities in integrating practical performance, concepts and theory.