Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management
Business, Commerce and Management Studies - Human Resources
Purpose and Rationale
Purpose
The Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management with electives in Advanced Human Resources Development IV, Advanced Human Resource Development Strategy and Policy IV, Advanced Labour Relations IV and Advanced Collective Bargaining and Negotiations IV provides vocational and professional administration competence at a managerial level in specialist areas.
The qualification is particularly suitable for progressive professional development through the inculcation of a deep and systematic understanding of contemporary practices, theories, and methodologies in areas of specialization. The purpose of this qualification is to develop graduates who are able to integrate knowledge of the central areas of Human Resource Management, Human Resource Development, and Labour Relations, as well as provide the learner with the ability to apply and evaluate the key terms, concepts, facts, principles, rules, and theories related to these areas.
Upon completion of this qualification, learners will have gained detailed knowledge of specialization in areas of either Human Resource Management or Human Resource Development or Labour Relations, depending on the specialization area. They will also have an understanding of how this knowledge relates to other fields, disciplines, or practices.
The qualification focuses on applied skills and competencies within areas of specialization which meet the requirements of specific niches in the labor market, empowering qualifying learners to demonstrate an understanding of a range of methods of enquiry in their field of specialization and their suitability to specific investigations. Qualifying learners will be able to select and apply appropriate methods to solve problems or introduce changes within a practice. This enables qualifying learners to identify, analyze, evaluate, critically reflect on, and address complex problems, applying evidence-based solutions and theory-driven arguments.
Achievement of this qualification will enable a learner to register as a Human Resources Candidate with the South African Board for People Practices (SABPP). Additionally, this qualification is designed to prepare learners for postgraduate study through the deepening of their knowledge and understanding of theories, methodologies, and practices in specific academic disciplines and fields. It will develop their competency to identify, analyze, and solve more complex theoretical and industry-related problems through the selection and application of appropriate methods and techniques.
Rationale
The Advanced Diploma in Human Resource Management meets the specific career path needs in the Administrative Business environment as confirmed by the industry. This qualification targets learners who have completed the Diploma in Human Resource Management and have entered the industry at operational levels. It is aimed at empowering learners with focused and applied specialization that meets the requirements of specific niches in the labor market.
The diploma involves specific knowledge and skills to perform at supervisory and managerial levels within a multi-disciplinary administrative environment. It is particularly suitable for continuing professional development by enabling learners to have a deep and systematic understanding of contemporary business approaches and relevant cutting-edge technologies. This qualification also offers learners access to postgraduate studies.
Outcomes
- Demonstrate integrated knowledge of policies, processes and practices in the field of Human Resource Management.
- Analyse and develop training programmes within an organisation.
- Develop and align Human Resources Development strategies and policies within an organisation.
- Analyse the interactions between employees and management in terms of disputes, working conditions, management issues and employee benefits.
- Organise oneself and work effectively with others as a team tackling Human Resources Management, Labour Relations, Human Resource Development and other related problems.
- Analyse the organisation as a set of related functions by applying holistic approaches to Strategic Management.
- Demonstrate knowledge of academic research methods and designs used within the field of Human Resource Management.
Assessment Criteria
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 1:
- Description and explanation of the context of strategic Human Resource Management.
- Implementation of Strategic Human Resource Management.
- Demonstration of understanding of Knowledge Management processes and Human Resources role.
- Understanding of relatively complex knowledge and skills for pro-active labour relations systems.
- Explanation of South African labour laws and influences on labour relations environment.
- Description, development, application, and critical evaluation of pro-active labour relations management strategies and policies.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 2:
- Demonstration of knowledge to implement Education Training and Development principles.
- Design of Human Resource Development interventions.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 3:
- Analysis of Human Resource Development (HRD) strategy and policies.
- Application of integrated knowledge to align HRD strategy and policy with overall business objectives.
- Alignment of HRD policy and strategy with business strategy and management development programmes.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 4:
- Analysis of the role of conflict, commonality, power, and trust in collective bargaining.
- Explanation of modern collective bargaining challenges and related historic events.
- Dissection of the relationship between collective bargaining and economic, social, and political variables.
- Exploration of facilitators and inhibitors of desired outcomes in labour relations management systems.
- Analysis of labour relations trends and challenges.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 5:
- Demonstration of problem-solving skills in the Human Resource Management environment.
- Understanding of systems thinking and the impact of training and development functions.
- Demonstration of working individually and in a team.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 6:
- Formulation of detailed vision and mission statements for organisations.
- Understanding of corporate level strategies in multi-business corporations.
- Use of techniques in analysis, decision making, change management, and strategy formulation.
Associated Assessment Criteria for Exit Level Outcome 7:
- Demonstration of knowledge of the research process steps.
- Identification of different research designs and their suitability.
- Demonstration of knowledge in writing a research proposal.
Integrated Assessment:
- Formative assessment strategies for continuous feedback and integration of theoretical and practical competence.
- Summative assessment strategies for judgement of learning in relation to Exit Level Outcomes.
- Assessment through examinations, reports, projects, or equivalent portfolio of evidence.
- Encouragement of critical and creative thinking, practical application of learning outcomes, and communication of key issues.
Qualification Details
- Type
- Advanced Diploma
- NQF Level
- 07
- Min. Credits
- 120
- SAQA Source
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