The industry today, regards manpower as its most important resource. In a competitive, ability-driven economy, effective Human Resource management holds the key to the success of a business organization. Today, the Industry is competing to hire the best from the limited pool of talent available to it. The focus has therefore shifted from hiring to talent acquisition. There is a strong emphasis not only on employing people who are most suited for the job, but also on training and development of employees and on providing them with a supportive environment in which they can achieve excellence.

At WLCI, the Human Resource Management programme has been developed in partnership with the experts in the field of marketing who have tailored the content to meet the requirements of the Industry. Our Human Resource Management programme is aimed at creating competent professionals who would be hands-on, and be able to contribute to the Industry right from the first day.

Our course in Human Resource Management trains students in 6 key professions including Talent Acquisition, Talent Management & Organisational Development, Employee Relations, Learning Services, Administration and Compensation and Benefit Management.

This course is superior in content and in rigour than MBA programmes offered by traditional B-Schools. Practice sessions have been incorporated as an integral part of each classroom session, giving you the opportunity to practice what you have learnt.

In addition, you would get the opportunity to work with leading companies alongside the course. This will enable you to practice your learnings in a real work environment – giving you an unbeatable edge over graduates from other B-Schools or of the traditional MBA programmes.

You have options to pursue the programme at any of our campuses or through video conferencing.

Career options in Human Resource:

Career options in Human Resource Management are wide starting from Recruiting, Training and Development, Administration to Benefits Management.

Essentially an HR manager builds a company’s culture, handles employee relations, maintains benefits and payroll, recruits new hires and does much more.

With a growing trend in the market today and the importance being given to HR, there is an increased need for HR professionals with the relevant knowledge and skills.

• Talent Acquisition
• Talent Management and Organisational Development
• Administration
• Employee Relations
• Learning Services
• Compensation and Benefit Management

Full Time Programmes

Programmes for Working Professionals

HR management holds the key to the success of a business organization and therefore manpower is valued to be as important as financial capital. Today, the Industry is competing for the best in the limited pool of talent available to it. The focus has therefore shifted from mere hiring to talent acquisition. There is a strong emphasis not only on employing people who are most suited for the job, but also on training and developing employees by providing them with a supportive environment. Today, many young people are choosing the HR profession to pursue rewarding careers in the industry.

• Core Subjects
• Specialization level I
• Specialization level II

Advance level I

This programme is your first step towards entering the industry as a trainee. It provides you with a broad appreciation of the contemporary business environment. You will develop a thorough understanding of the organisation structure and basic functioning of a business enterprise. At this level you will be trained in the following courses:

Business Basics

In this course you will be introduced to the processes which are followed for making basic business decisions. You will also develop an understanding of the economics of business, the concepts of demand, supply and profit and how these affect organisations.

Marketing Fundamentals

In this course you will build a foundation in the basic processes involved in the marketing function. You will understand how a marketing plan is developed and learn methods of measuring marketing productivity and the importance of lifetime value of customers. You will also learn the processes of market segmentation, targeting and positioning. Service Marketing and Global Marketing will also form a part of the learning in this course.

Financial Accounting Fundamentals

During this course you will learn about accounting concepts and preparing books of accounts. You will also learn how to prepare financial statements and the impact of accounting methods on business.

Cutting Edge Level I

In this course, you will enhance your language and personality skills, as well as, develop abilities in time and resource management. You will also attend grooming sessions and be trained in interview skills. Apart from regular workshops, you will attend a Cutting Edge Camp, which will take you on an intensive journey of self discovery and goal setting to help you accomplish your objectives in life.

Advance level II

In this programme, you will be given an insight into the business functions of Sales, Human Resource, Costing, Budgeting and Research & Analytics. At this level you will receive training in the following courses:

Sales

You will understand Sales which is a primary activity in any business organisation. You will learn basic Sales processes and how to apply them in business situations. Sales processes include sales preparation, lead management as well as effective selling techniques.

Research & Analytics

In this course, you will learn how to capture data relevant for making business decisions and study how to implement suitable research techniques. You will be introduced to various research methodologies, statistical concepts and quantitative techniques. You will also be introduced to various qualitative methods such as interviewing techniques, sampling and tools like ethnography, online interviews, observation, etc.

HR & Talent Management

As a business professional you need to have an understanding of human capital as an important resource. In this course, you will learn the fundamentals of HR and the processes involved in planning and performance management. You will also learn about various types of organisational structure, the importance of training and development and the role of an HR Manager in an organisation.

Costing, MIS & Budgetary Control

During this course, you will learn the differences between financial and cost accounting, costing methods and techniques and their applications. You will be introduced to various cost concepts and classifications and preparation of cost sheets. The course will also include analysis, distribution, control and treatment of overheads.

Cutting Edge Level II

In this level, you will develop time management skills along with the ability to manage other resources. This course will focus on personal effectiveness, conflict management and negotiation skills. You will also learn the importance of Integrity as a key to success.

In this programme you will develop competencies in managing HR activities in business organizations. You will be given a thorough understanding of the processes and skills required to become an effective and result-oriented HR professional. At this level you will learn four core HR functions-Talents Acquisition, Talent Management & Organization Development, Administration and HRIS. You will also have the choice of specializing in one of the following sub professions- Compensation & Benefit Management, Employee Relations or Learning Services.

Talent Acquisition During this module you will develop abilities in creating a recruitment plan by applying different tools and applications of manpower planning. You will learn to prepare a manpower budget for an organization and source suitable candidates for recruitment. You will also be trained in various methods of recruitment and selection, as well as, in interviewing techniques.

Talent Management and Organisation Development This core module focuses on setting performance standards, coaching and feedback mechanisms. You will learn to review performance standards, conduct appraisals, carrying out coaching of employees and prepare feedback on performance gaps.

Administration In this module you will learn key aspects of Facility and logistics management. You will also acquire knowledge and skills to manage vendors and handle statutory safety requirements for the organization. The module will also focus on procurement processes, development of negotiation skills and ability to handle crisis situations.

Human Resource Information System (HRIS) HRIS is an area within HR which has opened up many job opportunities for young professionals like you. You will be introduced to the processes of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Business Process Engineering. You will learn to carry out talent audits and gap analysis, analyze bench strengths and competency modeling.

Optional - Any One

Compensation and Benefit Management This module introduces you to various compensation models and their application in organizations. You will acquire abilities in carrying out compensation surveys to evolve an appropriate compensation structure for an organization. You will also be able to develop salary structures, incentive packages and benchmark salaries.

Employee Relations In this module you will focus on all aspects of Employee Relation policies. You will be introduced to contract management and other statutory compliances. You will also be familiarised with wage and salary administration along with management of payroll.

Learning Services This module will help you build abilities in carrying out training need analysis and relevant content creation to meet organizational training goals. You will also learn how to prepare and manage the process of learning, including the logistics of conducting training programmes and auditing them.

In this programme you will build enhanced abilities in three core functions in HR, namely, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management & Organization Development and Human Resource Information System (HRIS). You will then specialize in any one of the following sub professions-Compensation and Benefit Management, Employee Relations or Learning Services.
Talent Acquisition At this level you will learn advanced processes of recruitment, including the induction process and other aspects of induction. You will be introduced to HR analytics and tools of CRM used in HR. You will also be familiarised with legal and statutory requirements of recruitment and handling grievances.

Talent Management and Organisation Development This module will focus on processes of Industrial psychology and organizational behavior. These include organizational diagnostics as well as innovations in OB and change management. You will learn the process of organizational development, intervention techniques and their implementation, action planning and inter-group development.

Human Resource Information System (HRIS) In this domain you will be made fully conversant with the field of learning/knowledge management, including measurement of knowledge and assessment of consulting skills. You will understand the basic concepts of HR MIS and develop skills in the application of HR MIS tools. You will also learn to use various industry-specific HR packages.

Optional - Any One

Compensation and Benefit Management In this specialization you will focus on the areas of job evaluation, taxation aspects of compensation management, the entire payroll management process as well as international compensation structures. You will also acquire knowledge of legal compliances with respect to compensation and benefits.

Employee Relations In this sub profession you will gain an in-depth understanding of the Employee Relation policies as well as the complete process of wage management. You will learn to conduct employee satisfaction surveys, analyse results and implement corrective measures. During the module you will learn the principles of wage and salary administration and be acquainted with the legal and statutory compliances.

Learning Services At this level you will build advanced abilities in conducting training programmes. You will learn how to engage with internal and external trainers and implement MIS policies related to training. You will also develop skills of vendor management and gain an in depth-understanding of the practices used in training programmes.