HRAC 001 - Strategic Human Resource Management (HRM) Fundamentals

Strong human resource strategy is essential to organizational success and effective workforce management.

This course explores the foundations of strategic human resource management, focusing on how HR practices align with organizational goals to support performance, growth, and sustainability.

Participants will apply practical tools and frameworks to support workforce planning, organizational alignment, and change management. The course also examines the evolving role of HR in driving organizational effectiveness, managing risk, and developing talent.

Who should enroll

This course is ideal for anyone involved in or interested in enhancing the strategic impact of HR within an organization, including:

  • HR Professionals
  • Business leaders and Executives
  • Non-profit organization leaders 
  • Organizational development specialists
  • Talent managers and succession planners
  • Change management practitioners
  • Students and aspiring HR Professionals
Learning outcomes

By the end of this course participants will be able to:

  • Analyze how HR strategy aligns with organizational goals and supports business outcomes
  • Apply strategic HR planning tools to support workforce and organizational effectiveness
  • Evaluate the evolving role of HR in supporting organizational success and managing change
  • Develop approaches to align employee roles and contributions with broader organizational objectives
  • Apply communication and change management strategies to support organizational initiatives
  • Assess HR practices related to talent management, risk management, and organizational development
Duration and format

Duration      15 hours

Format         Face-to-face, synchronous

CPHR Alignment

This course supports development in the following CPHR competency areas:

  • 1.6 Workforce Planning and Mobility
  • 1.9 Organizational Change and Development

Learning activities focus on applied HR practice, including strategic workforce planning, organizational alignment, and change management.

This course aligns with the CPHR Competency Framework and supports development in key HR competency areas. It may be eligible for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) hours.

Withdrawals and refunds
NON-CREDIT COURSE REFUND POLICY


Withdrawal 7 days prior to course start time: Full Refund
Withdrawal after 7 days: No Refund

Please refer to the Tuition Refund policy.

This policy applies to all students taking credit courses at Yukon University and all noncredit students taking courses through the Continuing Studies division with Yukon University.

This course has no upcoming sessions scheduled