Level 3 Award
in Human Resource Management
Level 3 Award could transfer 20 credits and 50% tuition fees to Level 3 Diploma programs of UKeU and/or Partner University.
Level 3 Award in Human Resource Management
The aim of this award is introduce learners to methods of managing human resources in the workplace. Learners will develop their knowledge of human resources management theory and link it with human resource management practice currently used in organisations.
Could transfer 20 credits and 50% tuition fee to the Level 3 Diploma in Business Management of UKeU.
Learning Outcomes:
1. Understand the factors involved in human resource planning in organisations.
- 1.1 Explain the need for workforce planning.
- 1.2 Explain the factors to be considered when planning recruitment.
- 1.3 Explain how legislative and policy frameworks influence selection, recruitment and employment.
2. Understand the recruitment and selection process.
- 2.1 Evaluate different approaches used for recruitment and selection.
- 2.2 Explain the components of a job description and person specification.
- 2.3 Explain the stages in the recruitment and selection process.
- 2.4 Evaluate the benefits of an induction process.
3. Understand how organisations motivate employees
- 3.1 Analyse theories of motivation.
- 3.2 Describe the reward systems used by organisations to motivate employees.
4. Understand the importance of managing employee performance.
- 4.1 Explain the importance of managing employee performance at work.
- 4.2 Describe methods of measuring employee performance.
- 4.3 Evaluate methods of managing employee performance.
Topics:
Understand the factors involved in human resource planning in organisations.
Course Coverage
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Workforce planning: ensuring sufficient staff with relevant skills, knowledge and expertise, aligning the workforce with the business plan and business operations, planning for future demands, skills gap analysis, changing nature of work, employee expectations.
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Factors: organisational needs, demand, new products/services, markets, technological change, location of production, skills requirements, workforce profiles, supply of labour, labour costs, workforce skills, government policy, labour market competition, nature of work.
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Legislative and policy frameworks ie Equality Act 2010 (UK), equality and diversity, discrimination, employment rights and responsibilities, Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974, Employment Rights Act 1996, National Minimum Wage Act 1998, contractual terms and conditions Data Protection Act 2018, protection of personal data, Current UK and EU legislation, European Working Time Directive.
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Legislative and policy frameworks relevant to own country.
Understand the recruitment and selection process.
Course Coverage
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Methods: media advertising, agencies, recruitment consultants, job centres, websites, social media, networking, internal promotion, erecruitment, job portals, professional networks, personal recommendation.
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Job description: job title, location, role and responsibilities, line management, terms and conditions. Person specification: job title, essential/desirable attributes, skills and knowledge, experience, special aptitudes.
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Recruitment process: job description and personal specification, advertising, reviewing potential candidates information, shortlisting, inviting to interview, appointing new employees, rejection of unsuccessful candidates.
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Selection: review of application documents, references, CV, shortlisting; interview, assessment process; selecting and appointing.
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Induction process: formal induction to workplace procedures and policies, job role and responsibilities, introduction to line manager/ staff, workplace culture, training and development opportunities, probationary period to assess work performance.
Understand how organisations motivate employees.
Course Coverage
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Theories e.g. Maslow Hierarchy of Needs Theory, Mayo’s Human Relations Theory, Herzberg Two Factor Theory, Frederick Taylor’s Scientific Management theory.
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Reward systems: pay, performance-related pay, pension schemes, profit sharing, employee share options, mortgage subsidies, relocation fees, bonuses, company vehicles, loans/advances, childcare, school fees, staff discounts, flexible working, leave, uniform/work clothes, health care, extended parental leave, career breaks, subsidised meals.
Understand the importance of managing employee performance.
Course Coverage
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Managing performance: achievement of outcomes, productivity, addressing positive/poor performance, provision of support, reallocation of role/workload, moral/ethical responsibility.
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Performance indicators, achievement against targets, goal theory, SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, realistic, time-bound) targets, punctuality, attendance; benchmarking.
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Managing performance: probation/extended probation, supervision, appraisal, supporting employees, mentoring, monitoring, buddying, occupational health, managing work allocation, delegating authority, responsibility, capacity, competence, autonomy, linking rewards to performance; discipline, employee development, promotion opportunities.
Indicative reading list
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Adair J – The Inspirational Leader: How to Motivate, Encourage and Achieve Success (Kogan Page, 2009).
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Armstrong, M. – Armstrong’s Handbook of Human Resource Management Practice (13th edition) (Kogan Page, 2014).
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Brent, M. and Dent, E. – The Leader’s Guide to Managing People (Pearson Education Limited, 2013).
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Brown, J.N. – The Complete Guide to Recruitment: A Step-by-Step Approach to Selecting, Assessing and Hiring the Right People (Kogan Page, 2011).
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Yeung, R. – Successful Interviewing and Recruitment (Creating Success) (revised edition) (Kogan Page, 2010).
Entry requirements
- Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
- Completion of full secondary education is required.
English requirements
If a learner is not from a predominantly English-speaking country, proof of English language proficiency must be provided.
- Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) level B2 or equivalent
- Or A minimum TOEFL score of 101 or IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent
- Or A minimum Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) score of 51 or equivalent
The UKeU reserves the highest decision-making authority regarding admissions and may accept or reject applicants following a thorough review of each applicant’s profile, ensuring that only those capable of benefiting from the course are admitted. Qualifications from diploma mills or fake universities/institutions will not be accepted by UKeU and/or Partner University.
After graduating with Level 3 Award, learners receive all certified documents from the UKeU.
Certified Documents:
- e-Certificate from the UK eUni Worldwide (UKeU).
- Hard copy certificate from the UK eUni Worldwide (UKeU) – Optional.
- Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning for Qualifications (APEL.Q) certified from UKeU for credit and tuition fee transfer.
Because the course is accredited and recognized, learners can easily use their qualifications in the workplace and enjoy many opportunities for career advancement. In addition, if you wish to pursue a degree from UKeU and/or a Partner University, all credits and 50% paid tuition fees can be transferred.
The UKeU’ Level 3 Award means:
The UKeU Level 3 Award is a qualification at the foundational level and is equivalent to the following:
- Level 3 Certificate of the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) in the UK
- Level 6 Certificate of the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework (SCQF)
- Level 3 Certificate of the Credit and Qualifications Framework for Wales (CQFW)
- Level 3 Certificate of the European Qualifications Framework (EQF)
- Level 4 Certificate of the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)
- Level 3 Certificate of the ASEAN Qualifications Reference Framework (AQRF)
- Level 4 Certificate of the African Continental Qualifications Framework (ACQF)
Learners can transfer all credits and 50% of their tuition fees when enrolling in UKeU and/or Partner University academic programs if they wish to pursue an academic degree.
Credits transfer:
Learners can accumulate 20 credits from the Level 3 Award course when participating in the Level 3 Diploma program. Please see the credit transfer policy HERE
Tuition fee transfer:
When enrolling in the Level 3 Diploma program, graduates from the Level 3 Award will receive a fee reduction equal to 50% of the tuition fees paid for the Level 3 Award. Please refer to the tuition fee transfer policy HERE
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- APEL.Q certified from UKeU for credit and tuition fee transfer
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- Transfer full credits & 50% paid tuition fees of this award to equivalent academic programs
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