IITHE Level 4 Diploma in Human Resource Management

Overview

The IITHE Level 4 Diploma in Human Resource Management is designed to provide learners with foundational knowledge and skills in human resource management. This qualification covers key HR principles, practices, and strategies necessary for managing and developing an organization’s workforce effectively. The course prepares learners for various HR roles, focusing on essential areas such as recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and HR policies.

Entry Requirements:
  • Typically aimed at learners aged 18 and above.
  • Entry profile may include:
    • Relevant Level 3 qualification in Business, Management, or related fields, or equivalent qualifications
    • GCE Advanced Level in relevant subjects or equivalent qualifications
    • Relevant work experience or practical knowledge in human resource management (verification with the center may be required)

English Requirements: Learners from non-majority English-speaking countries must provide evidence of English language proficiency. For more information, please refer to our English Language Requirements page.

Qualification Structure: The Level 4 Diploma in Human Resource Management consists of 12 mandatory units, totaling 240 credits, with 2400 Total Qualification Time (TQT) hours and a minimum of 1200 Guided Learning Hours (GLH).

Mandatory Units:
  1. Introduction to Human Resource Management (20 Credits)
    Overview of the HR function, including its role in organizations, HR management principles, and strategic HRM.
  2. Recruitment and Selection (20 Credits)
    Techniques and processes for recruiting and selecting candidates, including job analysis, interviewing, and onboarding.
  3. Employee Relations (20 Credits)
    Strategies for managing employee relations, including handling grievances, conflict resolution, and fostering positive workplace relationships.
  4. Performance Management (20 Credits)
    Approaches to managing and improving employee performance, including performance appraisals, feedback, and development plans.
  5. Training and Development (20 Credits)
    Methods for identifying training needs, designing and delivering training programs, and evaluating their effectiveness.
  6. Compensation and Benefits (20 Credits)
    Principles of compensation management, including salary structures, benefits administration, and reward systems.
  7. Human Resource Planning (20 Credits)
    Strategic HR planning, including workforce planning, succession planning, and aligning HR strategies with organizational goals.
  8. Employment Law and Compliance (20 Credits)
    Understanding of employment laws and regulations, including legal requirements, compliance issues, and HR policy development.
  9. Organizational Behavior (20 Credits)
    Examination of how organizational behavior affects employee performance and organizational effectiveness, including motivation and team dynamics.
  10. Health, Safety, and Wellbeing (20 Credits)
    Strategies for promoting health, safety, and wellbeing in the workplace, including risk assessments, health policies, and employee support programs.
  11. HR Analytics and Technology (20 Credits)
    Use of HR analytics and technology to support decision-making, including data analysis, HR information systems, and digital HR tools.
  12. Ethics and Professionalism in HR (20 Credits)
    Exploration of ethical considerations and professional standards in HR practice, including confidentiality, integrity, and ethical decision-making.
Duration and Delivery:
  • Duration: Typically completed over one academic year for full-time learners, with flexible options for part-time or distance learning.
  • Delivery Methods: The course is delivered through face-to-face lectures, practical workshops, tutorials, and online learning through approved centers.
Assessment and Verification:
  • All units are internally assessed by the institution and externally verified by the relevant accrediting body.
  • Assessments are criterion-referenced, focusing on achieving the specified learning outcomes.
  • Assessors provide a detailed audit trail to demonstrate learners’ fulfillment of assessment criteria.
Progression Opportunities: 

Upon completion of the IITHE Level 4 Diploma in Human Resource Management, learners can progress to:

  • IITHE Level 5 Diploma in Human Resource Management
  • Bachelor’s degree programs in Human Resource Management or related fields.
  • Entry-level HR roles, including positions in recruitment, employee relations, training and development, and HR administration.