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Introduction to Human Resources (HR) Management

Learn the fundamentals of HR and discover how managing human capital drives organizational success and shapes the future of work.

Created byAndra Botean
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(5 reviews)
BeginnerUpdated Jun 2, 2025
Introduction to Human Resources (HR) Management

What You'll Learn

check_circleDefine core HR management concepts.
check_circleUnderstand the HR function's role.
check_circleExplain strategic HRM principles.
check_circleAnalyze factors influencing work.
check_circleDiscuss motivation theories.
check_circleExplore organizational culture.

About This Course

Welcome to Introduction to Human Resources (HR) Management. This course offers a comprehensive exploration of the essential principles, processes, and practices involved in effectively managing people within organizations.

Mastering HR is vital for driving organizational success and navigating the complexities of the modern workplace. Through this course, you will understand the strategic significance of HR, its operational functions, and its critical impact on performance. Key learning outcomes include grasping the dynamics of the employment relationship, analyzing individual and group behavior in organizations, and applying practical HR techniques.

  • Explore the core concepts and strategic role of HR, including human capital management and the organization of the HR function.
  • Examine the nature of work, changing employment patterns, and the psychological contract.
  • Delve into Organizational Behavior, covering individual differences, motivation, employee engagement, and organizational culture.
  • Understand practical HR applications like job analysis, design, organization development, and change management.
  • Learn about High Performance Work Systems and how HR influences organizational performance.
  • Discover International HR challenges, Corporate Social Responsibility from an HR perspective, and HR research methods.

This course provides the foundational knowledge necessary to contribute effectively to people management and organizational capability.

Your Instructor

Andra Botean
Andra Botean

Empowering Human Potential | Work Psychologist | UX Specialist | AI Enthusiast | Remote Work Advocate

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I’m a work and organizational psychologist passionate about optimizing employee experiences and integrating technology into HR processes. With extensive experience in UX research, remote work, recruitment, and AI development, I create solutions that enhance organizational performance and professional well-being.

Credit Information

Do these courses count toward my professional development requirements?

This portal is provided as a training and development resource for City of Markham employees. Every course is delivered by a qualified subject matter expert or learning organization, is quantifiable in hours, and is verifiable — you receive a documented certificate of completion for every course you finish, stored on LearnFormula indefinitely.

If you hold a professional designation (for example in engineering, accounting, human resources, or law), courses may be counted as professionally relevant, verifiable learning activities toward your continuing professional development. Individual practitioners are responsible for confirming that an activity meets the requirements of their professional body. For questions about the City of Markham's training and development policies, please speak with your people leader or Human Resources.

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