Professional Certification

Certified Human Resources Professional (Course Outline)

Practical, case-based training for modern HR leaders

Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) – Course Outline

Duration

8–12 weeks • 48–72 contact hours • Blended/Online/Classroom

Level

Intermediate • Ideal for current/aspiring HR practitioners and people managers

Certification

Certificate of Completion • Assessment-based with capstone project

Who Should Attend

HR officers, coordinators, generalists, people managers, and career-changers entering HR. Tailored options available for UAE/GCC labour law focus.

Strategic HR mindset and ethics

Practical recruitment to exit processes

Data-driven HR & analytics basics

UAE/GCC labour law essentials

Coaching conversations & performance

Capstone: build an HR solution

Course Modules

Objectives: Understand HR's role as a strategic partner; core HR competencies; ethics; overview of employment laws and the future of work.

  • HR functions & operating models
  • HR competency frameworks
  • Ethical standards & confidentiality
  • Employment law landscape (intro)
  • Future of work: AI, hybrid, gig economy

Objectives: Master job analysis, sourcing, selection, employer branding, and onboarding.

  • Job analysis & competency design
  • Sourcing channels & social recruiting
  • Structured interviewing & assessments
  • Candidate experience & employer brand
  • Onboarding design & metrics

Objectives: Conduct TNA, design learning using adult learning principles, evaluate outcomes.

  • Training Needs Analysis (TNA)
  • Program design & facilitation
  • Blended learning & microlearning
  • Career & succession planning
  • Kirkpatrick evaluation levels

Objectives: Build continuous performance systems, coach effectively, and manage underperformance.

  • Goal setting, OKRs & KPIs
  • Feedback models (SBI, GROW)
  • Appraisals: calibration & bias
  • PIPs & documentation
  • Linking performance to rewards

Objectives: Design total rewards, salary structures, incentives and benefits compliant with local laws.

  • Total rewards & pay philosophy
  • Job evaluation & salary bands
  • Variable pay & recognition
  • Benefits admin (insurance, pensions)
  • Pay equity, governance & audits

Objectives: Apply ER best practices, manage grievances, and navigate UAE/GCC labour law.

  • Policies, contracts & handbooks
  • Discipline, grievance & investigations
  • Mediation & conflict resolution
  • UAE/GCC labour law essentials
  • Employee engagement & surveys

Objectives: Track KPIs, build simple dashboards, and support decisions with data.

  • Core metrics (turnover, CPH, time-to-fill)
  • Intro to HRIS & data hygiene
  • Dashboards & visualization basics
  • Storytelling with data
  • Privacy & compliance

Objectives: Align HR strategy, shape culture, and lead change initiatives.

  • HR strategy maps & alignment
  • Culture diagnostics
  • Change models (ADKAR, Kotter)
  • Workforce planning & future skills
  • DEI foundations

Objectives: Promote safe, healthy workplaces and implement wellbeing initiatives.

  • OHS principles & risk assessments
  • Wellbeing programs & EAPs
  • Mental health at work
  • Legal compliance & reporting
  • Return-to-work & accommodations

Objectives: Lead with integrity, influence stakeholders, and prepare for certification.

  • Ethical dilemmas & decision-making
  • Executive presence & influence
  • Coaching & mentoring toolkits
  • Exam prep strategies
  • Capstone project showcase

Delivery & Assessment

Delivery Options

  • Weekend Cohort: 8 weeks, 6 hrs/week
  • Evening Cohort: 10 weeks, 2×3 hrs/week
  • Bootcamp: 6 weeks, 8 hrs/week (accelerated)
  • Corporate In-house (customizable)

Assessment

  • Module quizzes & knowledge checks
  • Role plays & group activities
  • Final case or capstone project
  • Attendance: 75% minimum

Optional Add-Ons

  • UAE Labour Law Deep Dive
  • HR Digital Transformation & AI in HR
  • HRIS Tools: Workday / SAP SuccessFactors / Oracle HCM (intro)

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this beginner-friendly?

Yes. While designed for practitioners, we start with fundamentals and build up quickly with practical exercises.

Does it include UAE/GCC laws?

We cover general principles throughout and offer an optional UAE/GCC labour law deep dive.

What will I receive?

Certificate of Completion, slide deck summaries, downloadable templates, and a capstone project report.

Are there exams?

Short module quizzes plus a final capstone presentation instead of an exam-style test.

Ready to become a CHRP?

Limited seats per cohort. Talk to our admissions team for the next start date and tuition.