About People Management

People management is also known as human resources management (HRM) includes the recruiting, management and continuous support of employees of an organisation. Tasks such as performance, hiring, safety, compensation, motivation, administration, training, wellness and benefits are all part of the people management function.

It is important to hire individuals who are not only suited to the job they will perform, but also suits the culture of the organisation or team they will be working with. The right fit is essential to ensuring harmony within the office and a happy working environment for all employees.

People management courses

Training providers are aware that many professionals are time-constrained and that online or distance learning alternatives to the classroom option are well suited to those individuals. This allows participants to complete their people management course in a manner that best suits them and that is not location or time constrained.

After you have found a course that meets your needs, ask the course provider for more information about their course teaching methods.

Points to consider regarding your people management courses are:

Where will the people management course be held? Onsite, at one of the course providers’ locations, or online?
How will the course be delivered?
Can the people management course accommodate your specific needs?
Will the expected finishing level of the course match your requirements?
What qualifications does your people management course trainer have?
What experience does your trainer have in your professional area?

There are people management courses for those starting out in the industry as well as for the seasoned professional looking to hone their skills or to acquire new ones.

Not sure where to start?