Post Graduate Certificate in Human Resources Management
This program has a strategic and international focus in order to equip students to manage the increasing complexity and challenges in the modern human resource function within organisations.
MQF/EQF Level: 7
ECTS: 30 Credits
2352 Enrolled
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Award in Recruitment and Employee Selection (6 ECTS) (150 Hours)
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OrientationDirector’s Introduction03:27Orientation10:52Understanding Podcasts01:46Understanding Pre-recorded Lectures02:25Understanding Pre-recorded Interviews01:54Understanding Case Studies01:47Understanding Discussion Boards02:30Ascencia Style SheetAI PolicyPolicy for Online Interaction and Behaviour for E-Academic Students
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Coursework
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Personnel Selection, Design and Validation ProcessPersonnel Selection, Design and Validation Process04:30
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Methods and Tools for Employee Selection and RecruitmentShort Podcast04:22Part 1- Introduction to Employee Selection and Recruitment04:04Part 2- Techniques and Best Practices for Success in Interviews08:37Part 3- Conducting Effective Interviews07:23Part 4- Assessment Centers and Other Selection Methods09:36Part 1- Psychometric Testing in Recruitment and Selection Processes04:01Part 2- Role of Psychometric Tests in Enhancing Recruitment and Selection Processes07:34Part 3- Core Psychological Constructs Targeted by Psychometric Tests08:30Part 4- Crucial Role of Reliability and Validity in Psychometric Tests08:58Part 5- Exploring Biases in Psychometric Testing05:05Part 6- Aptitude vs. Personality Tests04:48Part 7- Aligning Psychometric Tests with Job Requirements and Culture04:38Part 8- Impact of Technology on Psychometric Tests in Recruitment08:251. 15 FQ Plus Extended Report2. 15 FQ Plus Extended Report3. 15 FQ Plus Extended Report4. 15 FQ Plus Extended ReportGRT1 Results SpreadsheetGRT1 Feedback Report
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Job AnalysisShort Podcast05:32Part 1- The Foundation of Recruitment and Selection Process06:00Part 2- Practical Methods and Steps for Conducting Job Analysis08:47Journal Article
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Talent Management and Sourcing CandidatesShort Podcast05:49Part 1- Strategies for Developing and Retaining Talent03:23Part 2- The Talent Management Process or Steps for Organizational Success03:41Part 3- Internal and External Recruitment Methods10:49Quiz 1Podcast: Recruitment in Businesses47:27Part 1- Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Relations37:25Part 2- Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Relations34:59Part 3- Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Relations48:34Part 4- Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Relations50:58Journal Article 1Journal Article 2
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Employer Branding and Body LanguageShort Podcast04:10Part 1- Part Crafting a Strong Employer Brand to Attract Top Talent06:46Part 2- The Impact of Body Language in Recruitment and Selection04:23Part 1- The Power of Employer Branding in Recruitment10:50Part 2- Strategies for Marketing-Powered Recruitment Excellence08:52Part 3- The Evolution and Impact of Digital Marketing Tools on Recruitment Strategies12:27Part 4- Key KPIs, Trends, and Tips for HR and Marketing Collaboration08:56
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Legal and Ethical ConsiderationsShort Podcast04:37Part 1- Introduction to Legal and Ethical Considerations09:28Part 2- Compliance with Hiring Laws and GDPR in Recruitment Processes09:19Part 3- Employment Contracts and Psychological Considerations in Recruitment05:58Quiz 2Part 1- Legal Compliance and Anti-Discrimination in the Recruitment Process22:37Part 2- Steps to Prioritize Fairness and Equal Opportunity in the Recruitment Process14:48Part 3- Understanding Legal Considerations in Background Checks and Employment Contracts25:09Part 4- Understanding Confidentiality Clauses and Onboarding Obligations in Employee Recruitment19:581. Empleo Articles2. Empleo ArticlesJournal Article
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Mastering Job-offer Negotiation and Creating Evidence Based Guidelines for Organisational Compensation and BenefitsShort Podcast03:54Part 1- Foundations of Compensation and Theoretical Frameworks03:29Part 2- Designing Effective Compensation Structures and Strategies04:01Part 3- Continuous Improvement in Compensation Management09:51Part 1- Overview of Effective Job Offer Negotiation04:13Part 2- Negotiation Strategies and Communication09:51Part 3- Legal Considerations and Continued Learning02:28Part 1- Expert Insights and Key Theories for Recruitment and Selection09:54Part 2- Data Metrics and Ethical Decision-Making for Strategic Recruitment26:45Part 3- The Role of Technology in Recruitment and Selection12:16Part 4- Human-centric Approach and Balanced Use of Technology in Recruitment and Selection09:37Part 5- Technology Breaking Barriers in Inclusive Recruitment and Selection10:04Part 6- Crucial Skills for HR to Master in Data-Driven Recruitment12:43Journal ArticlePart 1- Plan, Manage and Perform in an Interview35:40Part 2- Plan, Manage and Perform in an Interview36:23Part 3- Plan, Manage and Perform in an Interview30:10Effects of Candidate Gender and Qualification on Hiring Recommendations in AVI toolsPlan, Manage and Perform in an Interview
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Technology and Data in Recruitment PracticesShort Podcast03:44Part 1- Introduction to Recruitment Technology03:16Part 2- Utilizing Technology in Recruitment Processes06:55Part 3- Streamlining Recruitment with Applicant Tracking Systems and Metrics06:13Part 4- Data and Metrics in Recruitment and Selection05:54Journal Article-Planning for Virtual Interviews: Residency Recruitment During a PandemicQuiz 3Quiz 4Podcast: Recruitment in Practice01:28:14Part 1- Analysing the Job Market32:44Part 2- Analysing the Job Market44:56Part 3- Analysing the Job Market36:45Using Internet Data to Analyse the Labour Market-A Methodological EnquiryJob Market Analysis
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Onboarding and Retention StrategiesShort Podcast04:38Part 1- Onboarding and Retention Strategies Overview09:17Part 2- Case Study Analysis and Implementing Approach06:13Podcast: A Business Owner’s View of Recruitment50:03Journal ArticleDigital Component - HRIS25:59Collaboration and Communication Tools44:46The Relationship Between Digital Transformational Leadership Styles and Knowledge Based Empowering Interaction
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ConclusionShort Podcast07:25
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Resources
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Award in Training and Development (10 ECTS) (250 Hours)
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OrientationDirector’s Introduction03:27Orientation10:52Understanding Podcasts01:46Understanding Pre-recorded Lectures02:25Understanding Pre-recorded Interviews01:54Understanding Case Studies01:47Understanding Discussion Boards02:30Ascencia Style SheetAI PolicyPolicy for Online Interaction and Behaviour for E-Academic Students
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Introduction and the Strategic Role of Training and DevelopmentIntroductory Podcast04:54Assignment podcast04:28Introduction to the Strategic Role of Learning and DevelopmentWorksheet: Creating a Learning CultureResource 1: Cultivating a Culture of Learning at Microsoft with Viva LearningResource 2: How Microsoft Built a Learning CultureResource 3: How Pixar Designed a Culture of Collective CreativityResource 4: Pixar Great People Great IdeasResource 5: Airbnb Organizational CultureResource 6: The Power of Shared Experience How Airbnb Celebrates Diversity Through Multicultural TrainingResource 7: Want Success Like Google Approach Learning Like Google DoesResource 8: Training and Development at Google An In-Depth AnalysisResource 9: Excerpt from Education for the Age of AI
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Learning Theories and Adult Learning Principles in Professional GrowthPart 1: Learning Theories and Adult Learning Principles41:32Part 2: Learning Theories and Adult Learning Principles45:22Learning Theories and Adult Learning PrinciplesResource 1: The Impact of Andragogy on Learning Satisfaction of Graduate StudentsResource 2: The science of education using learning theory to solve teaching problems in medical educationResource 3: Adult learning theories Implications for learning and teaching in medical education AMEE Guide No. 83
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Training Needs Analysis: Identifying Development Needs in a Business ContextPart 1: Training Needs Analysis34:37Part 2: Training Needs Analysis39:37Part 3: Training Needs Analysis32:33Training Needs AnalysisResource 1: The effectiveness of training needs analysis and its relation to employee efficiencyResource 2: The ABC Guide to Training Need AssessmentResource 3: Training Needs Assessment Concept, Methods and ProcessResource 4: Training Needs Assessment Basis for the Development of Training Programs for Employees in a Public Higher InstitutionResource 5: Training Needs Assessment Tool Utilization and Global ImpactResource 6: Cogent Social Sciences
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Designing Effective Training Programs
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Training Delivery MethodsWorksheet 1: Reflecting on Training Delivery MethodsWorksheet 2: Designing a Mini-Training Session with Online ToolsTraining Delivery MethodsResource 1: Design and Assessment for Hybrid Courses Insights and OverviewsResource 2: Training Delivery Methods as Source of Dynamic Capabilities: The Case of Sports’ OrganisationsResource 3: Training Delivery Methods Implemented by American Companies Opportunities and Challenges in Context of Knowledge SocietyResource 4: Analyzing Employee Training Methods for Effective Adoption of Lean Six SigmaResource 5: Analyzing Employee Training Methods for Effective Adoption of Lean Six SigmaResource 6: Analyzing Employee Training Methods for Effective Adoption of Lean Six Sigma
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Evaluating Training Programs and Measuring ROI
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Talent Management and Succession Planning
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Performance Management & Development
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Cross Cultural Challenges in Training and Development + Margaret Caruana InterviewPart 1: Achieving a Competitive Edge with Effective Training Programs21:17Part 2: Embracing Growth and Adaptability for Achieving Success23:02
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Change Management + Karen Gill InterviewTraining & Development with Karen Gili28:44
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Coaching and Mentoring for Leadership and Development
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Award in Employee and Labour Relations (4 ECTS) (100 Hours)
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OrientationDirector’s Introduction03:27Orientation10:52Understanding Podcasts01:46Understanding Pre-recorded Lectures02:25Understanding Pre-recorded Interviews01:54Understanding Case Studies01:47Understanding Discussion Boards02:30Ascencia Style SheetAI PolicyPolicy for Online Interaction and Behaviour for E-Academic Students
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CourseworkIntroductory Podcast05:02Assessment Podcast02:51
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Lecture 1 : Relevance of a Module in Employee and Labour Relations for StudentsRelevance of Module in Employee and Labour Relations for Students53:46
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Lecture 2 : Industrial Employment RelationsPart 1: Industrial Employment Relations39:42Part 2: Industrial Employment Relations45:04Part 3: Industrial Employment Relations40:17Part 1: Understanding the Role, Benefits, and Processes of Trade Unions in Malta27:19Part 2: Insights into Organizational Stakeholders and Employment Dynamics in Malta25:49Industrial Employment RelationsJournal article: Platform Work and the Employment Relationship
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Lecture 3 : Labour Law and the Code of ConductPart 1: Labour Law & the Code of Conduct53:34Part 2: Labour Law & the Code of Conduct46:19Part 3: Labour Law & the Code of Conduct51:48Labour Law & The Code of ConductCompensation, Grievances and Disciplinary Action
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Lecture 4 : Esignature and Document Management SystemsE-Signature & Electronic Document Management Systems16:00Part 1: Employee and Labour Relations31:12Part 2: Employee and Labour Relations28:50
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Lecture 5 : Conflict Resolution and Mediation PlatformsConflict Resolution Online Solutions23:11
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Lecture 5.5 : Workplace Conflict Resolution and MediationPart 1: Workplace Conflict Resolution and Mediation50:36Part 2: Workplace Conflict Resolution and Mediation01:00:14Part 3: Workplace Conflict Resolution and Mediation52:11Workplace Conflict Resolution and Mediation
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Lecture 6 : Performance EvaluationPart 1: Performance Evaluation50:27Part 2: Performance Evaluation52:03Part 3: Performance Evaluation56:51
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Lecture 6.5 : Performance Management Systems
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Lecture 7 : Employee Engagement and Feedback ToolsPart 1: Navigating Employee and Labour Relations Involves Grasping Key Insights & Addressing Challenges19:09Part 2: Key Approaches and Future Trends on Strategic and Ethical Employee Relations29:15Employee Engagement and Feedback Tools17:21
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Lecture 8 : Employment Relations in the Digital EconomyPart 1: Employment Relations in the Digital Economy41:57Part 2: Employment Relations in the Digital Economy41:49Employment Relations in the Digital EconomyDiversity and Inclusion in Employment RelationsWorkplace Conflict Resolution and MediationPerformance Evaluation
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Lecture 9 : Diversity and Inclusion in Employment RelationsPart 1: Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Relations37:34Part 2: Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Relations35:09Part 3: Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Relations48:46Part 4: Diversity and Inclusion in Employment Relations51:03Journal article: Diversity Interpretations, Management Practices and Inclusion Perceptions in the Workplace
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This program has a strategic and international focus in order to equip students to manage the increasing complexity and challenges in the modern human resource function within organisations.
By enrolling in this program, students will gain an increased understanding of current trends and best practices in human resource management which can be used to improve organisational performance and employee engagement. In addition, completing this program will provide students with the ability to advance in a career in human resources management, specifically in management and leadership related roles.
Programme Outcomes
- This program has a strategic and international focus in order to equip students to manage the increasing complexity and challenges in the modern human resource function within organisations.
- MQF/EQF Level 6 qualification. However, students’ circumstances and experiences may also be considered during the application process—five years of relevant working experience in the industry of specialization.
- Proof of B2 level of English should be provided by the students upon application – IELTS level/grade 6 or the student’s country equivalent.
- A Bachelor’s degree or graduate degree in humanities, sciences, human resources, organisational behaviour, business, administration, management, communication, journalism, psychology, arts or a related field.
- Minimum 180 ECTS at MQF/EQF Level 6 previously acquired at a Higher Education institution.
- Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
- A minimum of one year of work experience in a business environment will be considered as an asset.
Course Syllabus Podcast
Gain a Comprehensive Understanding of the Course Syllabus with Our Informative Podcast
- When it comes to assessment methods, we have included quite a variety that will allow learners with different learning styles and abilities to complete the programme successfully.
- Students will also have to prepare individual reports and presentations, apart from written and multiple-choice examinations.
- In addition, they will have submit assignments and e-portfolios.
What’s included
- No.of Modules: 3
- Duration: 12 Months
- Lectures: N/D
- Learning: 750+ Hours
- Certificates
Claire-Suzanne Borg
Academic Director
The Academic Director at Ascencia Malta. Registered Occupational Psychologist, Psychometrician, AI Psychometrics Specialist, PhD Candidate.
Josianne Camilleri
Lecturer
Holds a background in Psychology and Coaching
Martina Caruana
Lecturer
A lawyer by profession
Ray Spiteri
Lecturer
Worked as a Director in an English Language School.
Rebecca Toutoungi
Lecturer
Graduated in Communications from the University of Malta. Works as a newscaster at a local television station.
Leonardo Ramon Sena
Lecturer
A journalist with experience in leadership and team management at a large television network.
Kim Spiteri
Lecturer
A warranted Organisational Psychologist with over 15 years of experience in senior HR leadership roles across diverse industries.
Lisa Spiteri
Lecturer
Graduated in Communications from the University of Malta. Works as a newscaster at a local television station.
Margaret Buhagiar
General Manager, Salesian Press
A seasoned business expert with 31 years of experience in the printing industry, with 20 years in management. An advocate for lifelong learning and self-development.
Keith Micallef
Trade Unionist
A seasoned broadcaster, journalist, and trade unionist, holds a degree in education specialising in math and physics. Passionate about advocating for workers' rights.
Mariella Baldacchino
Founder, Empleo
Her focus is on advising and representing employers and employees on employment law matters.
Daniel Cassar
Lecturer
An Organisational Psychologist Practitioner, Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach and Licensed Psychometrician, with over a decade of experience in recruitment, corporate relations and team management.
Italo Esposito
Lecturer
Currently a hotel manager at one of Malta's top tourist resorts
Alison Abela
Lecturer
An actress and expressive arts teacher with nearly 20 years of experience, inspires creativity in students and brings diverse characters to life with passion.
Matt Chetcuti
Lecturer
Founder & Fractional CMO at Point42 | E-commerce specialist | Trend watcher | Brand Strategist
Amy Talbot
Owner, Talbot & Bons
A highly experienced business owner, entrepreneur and mentor. A firm believer in fair recruitment processes and continuous employee development.