Professional Diploma in Human Resource Management & Development

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Professional Diploma in Human Resource Management & Development

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The Diploma in Human Resources Management & Development (DHRMD) is a comprehensive program developed in collaboration with the International Labor Organization (ILO) and Asia e University. This program covers the critical pillars of human resource (HR) operations, HR management, organizational culture, leadership, industrial relations, occupational safety as well as international labor conventions. This six-month online program is led by experienced professionals, including Chief HR Officers, Chief People Officers, HR specialists, Industrial Relations (IR) lawyers and practitioners, as well as representatives from the ILO. Successful candidates will receive DUAL CERTIFICATION upon completion of the course!

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Programme Outline

Program Highlight

• Establishes key skills and knowledge for effective industrial relations and labour law functions within an organization.
• Provides qualifications for professionals specializing in Industrial Relations (IR) and Labour Laws, adding credibility and recognition in the field.
• Covers critical areas within industrial relations and labour laws, preparing participants to address complex IR issues.
• Includes firsthand experience in union interactions, as well as proceedings in industrial and labour courts, equipping participants with skills for real-world IR challenges.

Who Should Attend

• Professionals responsible for HR and employee relations within their organizations.
• Those involved in managing or overseeing industrial relations functions, including negotiations and dispute resolution.
• Individuals interested in entering the fields of Industrial Relations or HR Management, with or without prior experience.

Program Structure

Module	Dates	Program
Module 1 Introduction to Human Resource Management	Sunday (2 Weekends)	HR Management Theories & Practices Overview of HR functions HR Administration, Planning & Reports Recruitment & Selection Appointment Letters Employee Induction Case Study & Assignment (25% of Assessment)
Module 2 Introduction to Performance Management & Appraisals	Sunday (2 Weekends)	Performance Management Methods of Evaluation Performance Appraisals & Bell curve Balance Scorecard & Performance Training Needs Analysis (TNA) Performance Development and Improvement Plans Case Study & Assignment (25% of Assessment)
Module 3 Strategic Human Resource Management	Sunday (2 Weekends)	Understanding HR Strategy Key Drivers of HR Strategy HR Responsibilities Organization Structure and Reporting HR Careers and Development
Module 4 Compensation & Reward Dynamics	Sunday (2 Weekends)	Compensation & Benefits Wage Systems & Structures Benefits, Incentives & Initiatives Statutory Contributions & Administration Wage Negotiation & Productivity Links
Module 5 Organizational Culture & Development	Sunday (2 Weekends)	Understanding Organizational Behavior Theory on Human Behavior Motivation Models HR Development & Culture

Module	Dates	Program
Module 6 International Aspects of HRM	Sunday (3 Weekends)	Understanding International Aspects of HRM International Labor Organization (ILO) Speaker from ILO
Module 7 Leadership & Strategic Competencies	Sunday (2 Weekends)	Leadership & Management Strategic Competencies & Development
Module 8 Employment & Labor Laws in Malaysia	Sunday (2 Weekends)	Introduction to Labor Relations & Malaysian Industrial Laws Scope of Employment Act 1955, Amendment Act 2022 & Employment Law Scope of Industrial Relations Act 1967 & IR Amendment Act 2020
Module 9 Employee Relations	Sunday (2 Weekends)	Employee Issues at Work Major / Minor Misconducts Leave, Medical and Absenteeism Disciplinary Procedures Domestic Inquiry Termination of Employment Court Cases on Employment / Labor Laws
Module 10 Health & Safety Laws in Malaysia	Sunday (1 Weekend)	Introduction to Malaysian Legislation on OSH Act 1994 Safety & Health Committee Regulation 1996 Occupational Health Occupational Safety Housekeeping & Physical Arrangement Hazards
Online Examination	Sunday (9AM to 1PM)	50% of Assessment

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
All modules, learning activities, research assignments, examinations and project papers are designed to ground input material whilst drawing relevance to participant’s organization and work functions. This ensures maximum transfer of learning to the workplace.
Assignments Participants are required to research and develop 2 assignments to display level of understanding on specific modules.	20% of competency assessment
Examination Participants are required to prepare & sit for a comprehensive examination to display level of understanding on the modules	40% of competency assessment
IR Project Paper Participants are required to research, develop and dissertation the IR Project paper topics assigned.	40% of competency assessment

Entry Requirements

To enroll for the Professional Diploma, candidates must meet one of the following criteria:
• Minimum 3 credits in Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM), or Sijil Vokasional Malaysia (SVM), or Malaysian Certificate of Education (MCE) with at least 2 years working experience in Human Resources or Industrial Relations or other equivalent qualifications; or
• Completion of the MEF Academy Certificate in Human Resource Management or Certificate in Industrial Relations Management; and
• Proficiency in Bahasa Malaysia and/or English.

Certification & Exemptions

Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive:

• Professional Diploma in Industrial relations awarded by MEF Academy in collaboration with the International Labor Organization (ILO)

• Certified Industrial Relations Practitioner awarded by SPEED, Asia e University, recognizing professional expertise in industrial practices. This dual certification offers participants a robust qualification that is widely recognized in the field of Industrial Relations and Labor Law

• Flexible entry into Masters of Human Resource Management (MHRM) offered in collaboration with Asia e University for those without a Bachelor's Degree via APEL A