Higher Certificate (HC) in Strategic Human Resources Management
A focused professional development programme for HR professionals, managers, and aspiring leaders. Across 2 weeks and 4 comprehensive modules, you will master strategic HRM foundations, talent acquisition, performance management, and HR leadership. Expert-led via online learning platforms – study at your own pace.
Your 2-Week Strategic HRM Journey
A focused, practice‑informed curriculum that builds from strategic foundations to HR leadership and business partnering.
Foundation Module – Fundamentals of Strategic HRM
A comprehensive foundation-building module covering the essential principles, models, and frameworks of strategic human resources management.
- Unit 1: Introduction to Strategic Human Resources Management
- Unit 2: The Evolution of HRM – From Personnel to Strategic Partner
- Unit 3: Aligning HR Strategy with Organisational Strategy
- Unit 4: The External Environment – PESTLE and Competitive Advantage
- Unit 5: HRM Models and Frameworks – Ulrich, Harvard, and More
- Unit 6: Ethical and Legal Frameworks in Strategic HRM
Talent Acquisition and Workforce Planning
Master strategic workforce planning, employer branding, and advanced talent acquisition techniques.
- Unit 1: Strategic Workforce Planning – Forecasting Supply and Demand
- Unit 2: Employer Branding and Talent Attraction Strategies
- Unit 3: Recruitment and Selection – Advanced Interviewing Techniques
- Unit 4: Onboarding, Socialisation, and Retention Strategies
- Unit 5: Succession Planning and Talent Pipelines
- Unit 6: Measuring Talent Acquisition Effectiveness – KPIs and Analytics
Performance Management and Employee Relations
Develop skills to design strategic performance systems, manage employee relations, and foster a positive organisational culture.
- Unit 1: Designing Strategic Performance Management Systems
- Unit 2: Goal Setting – OKRs, KPIs, and Balanced Scorecards
- Unit 3: Performance Appraisal Methods and Feedback Mechanisms
- Unit 4: Managing Employee Grievances, Discipline, and Conflict Resolution
- Unit 5: Employee Engagement and Organisational Culture
- Unit 6: Labour Relations, Collective Bargaining, and Employment Law
Strategic HR Leadership and Business Partnering
Apply strategic leadership, consulting, and analytical skills to become an effective HR business partner and leader.
- Unit 1: The HR Business Partner Model – Roles and Responsibilities
- Unit 2: Strategic Consulting and Influencing Skills for HR Leaders
- Unit 3: HR Analytics and Data-Driven Decision Making
- Unit 4: Digital HR and HR Technology Transformation
- Unit 5: Organisational Development and Change Management
- Unit 6: Capstone – Developing a Strategic HR Business Plan
Upon successful completion of all coursework assignments, you receive a verified Higher Certificate (HC) in Strategic Human Resources Management – blockchain‑secured, globally recognised. This professional development credential prepares you for management and strategic roles in HR, talent management, and organisational development.
Build Your Strategic HRM Career
Practical, accessible, and globally relevant – designed for professionals ready to advance in HR management.
Strategic HRM Mastery
Master the essential principles, models, and frameworks of strategic human resources management.
Talent Acquisition
Develop workforce planning, employer branding, and advanced talent acquisition techniques.
Performance Management
Design strategic performance systems and foster a high-performance organisational culture.
Employee Relations
Manage grievances, conflict resolution, and labour relations with professional competence.
HR Leadership
Apply strategic consulting, analytics, and business partnering skills for executive impact.
Professional Credential
Globally recognised higher certificate for career advancement in HR management.
For HR Professionals, Managers, and Aspiring Leaders
This higher certificate is designed for professionals seeking to develop or deepen their expertise in strategic human resources management.
What HC Strategic HRM Graduates Say
"The Higher Certificate gave me the strategic framework I needed to align HR with business goals. The talent acquisition module was particularly valuable."
— Tunde A., Nigeria
"This programme transformed my approach to performance management. I now lead HR initiatives with greater confidence and competence."
— Sarah K., Kenya
"Comprehensive, practical, and accessible. The Higher Certificate opened new opportunities for me in HR leadership and business partnering."
— Michael O., South Africa
Affordable Tuition for Local & International Students
All inclusive: tuition + application fee. Flexible interest‑free instalments available.
Application fee ₦2,740 is included in the total above.
Application fee ₦2,740 is included in the total above.
Advance Your Career in Strategic Human Resources Management
Enrol in the 2‑Week Higher Certificate in Strategic Human Resources Management. Gain foundational knowledge, a verifiable credential, and join a global network of HR professionals.
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