Overview of HR roles and responsibilities .

Key HR functions: recruitment, training, performance management, compensation, employee relations

Strategic HRM and how it drives organizational success

Current trends and challenges in HR

Recruitment strategies: internal vs. external hiring, sourcing methods

Screening, shortlisting, and interview techniques

Background checks and reference verification

Identifying skill gaps and training needs

Training methods: on-the-job, off-the-job, e-learning, mentoring

Career development and succession planning

Setting performance goals and KPIs

Performance evaluation methods: 360-degree feedback, self-assessments, peer reviews

Conducting effective performance appraisals

Components of a compensation package: salary, incentives, bonuses, benefits

Salary benchmarking and pay structures

Employee benefits and perks to improve retention

Strategies for employee engagement and motivation

Conflict resolution and handling workplace grievances

Building a strong organizational culture

Overview of employment laws and workplace regulations

Equal employment opportunity (EEO) and anti-discrimination policies

Workplace safety and OSHA compliance

Introduction to HR analytics and data-driven decision-making

Key HR metrics: turnover rate, time-to-hire, cost-per-hire, absenteeism

Using HR dashboards for strategic planning

Introduction to HR Information Systems (HRIS)

Benefits of HR technology in talent management, payroll, and automation

AI and data analytics in modern HR practices

The role of HR in managing organizational change and transformation

Change management models and best practices

Leadership development programs and coaching

Developing a comprehensive HR strategy for a fictional company