Masterclass in International Human Resource Management (IHRM) Course

Why Select this Training Course?

Managing an international organisation and diverse employees requires skill and expertise. This is why multinational companies and organisations invest in training their staff on international human resource management, as it is distinct from conventional HR courses. The Rcademy Masterclass in International Human Resource Management (HRM) Course will introduce participants to the Basics of International Human Resource Management, its evolution, and techniques of entry into international businesses. They will study global employment legislation related to human resource management, the approaches to international labour relations, and ethics.

Participants will discover the challenges faced by professionals in international human resource management, how to overcome them and the future roles they need to take on. The course contents are comprehensive; therefore, if you want to improve your skillset and resume, this course is an ideal fit.

What is International Human Resource Management?

Human resource management is a central aspect of the administration of every international organisation. An effective human resource department is crucial for the success of an organisation, be it a local or international organisation. As an organisation expands its operations, it is bound to establish branches in various countries and, in the process, recruit personnel from such countries. With this, their human capital becomes more diversified and multicultural, creating international human resource management departments. International human resource management departments are responsible for ensuring that employees of the organisation, working from across different parts of the globe, cooperate in their workplaces regardless of geographical challenges and cultural differences while working towards the common objectives of the organisation.

They are also responsible for ensuring compliance with established international standards and employment protocols and helping with work visas and permits.

What are the Differences Between International Human Resource Management and Domestic Human Resource Management?

While international and domestic human resource management deal with employee recruitment, retention, development and management, they differ in other respects. Both differ in the scope of work they perform geographically. International human resource management deals with employees of an organisation worldwide, while domestic human resource management mostly deals with employees within a specific country. Unlike domestic human resource management, international human resource management deals with complex employee needs encompassing diverse cultures; therefore, their mode of operations differs considerably from that of domestic human resource management.

Furthermore, international human resource management deals with different factors, such as time zones, international regulations from various countries where employees work, and cultural differences. Their method of administration must be in accordance with established global standards if they are to balance and maintain their productivity and outputs effectively. Additionally, the operational model of IHRM is premised on a three-country model featuring parent, host and subsidiary countries.

Who Should Attend?

The following personnel should undertake the Rcademy Masterclass in International Human Resource Management (HRM) Course:

• Directors responsible for the supervision of an organisation’s performances, operations and ventures.
• Chief executive officers tasked with making significant corporate decisions, supervising the operations and resources of a firm, and serving as the link between the board and corporate functions.
• Communication and public relations managers responsible for promoting the mission and objectives of an organisation to relevant stakeholders.
• Consultants charged with providing clients with advisory services on the implementation of sustainable goals in their organisations, in line with industry practices.
• Management officers  tasked with providing administrative assistance and managing queries from employees.
• HR officers
• C-Suite executives

What are the Course Objectives?

The Rcademy Masterclass in International Human Resource Management (HRM) Course will assist attendees in attaining the following goals:

• Gain an in-depth understanding and knowledge of the functioning of international human resource management
• Recognise the differences and similarities between domestic and international human resource management
• Learn the confidence and skills required to manage complex international human capital while boosting productivity
• Understand how to meet established international labour standards and how to overcome potential challenges
• Understand the necessary knowledge and experience needed to maximise opportunities for career progression and growth
• Understand the barriers to international human resource management
• Identify the skills required to function in a diverse and multicultural environment and how to apply them
• Build the confidence and ability to interface with foreign personnel

How will this Course be Presented?

This course is designed to improve participants’ knowledge of the subject matter and ensure their satisfaction; thus, it is participant-oriented. Several teaching approaches will be employed to ensure constant and extensive learning by participants engaging in this course. In this course, lessons are handled by professionals with reasonable years of experience and practice. The modules are developed from in-depth, extensive, relevant research on the subject matter.

The Rcademy Masterclass in International Human Resource Management (HRM) Course implements theoretical and practical approaches by providing lecture notes, video presentations, case studies, and real-life scenarios. Participants will also engage in seminar workshops, quizzes, and presentations, and a feedback platform will be created to confirm their optimal satisfaction.

What are the Topics Covered in this Course?

Module 1: The Basics of International Human Resource Management

• Why international human resource management
• The 5Cs of People Management
• Objectives of international human resource management
• Cultural dimensions of international human resource management
• Selection process and criteria for international human resource management
• The models of international human resource management

Module 2: The Need for Strategy and Change

• Mastering strategy
• Designing an acceptable global HR strategy
• Translating strategy into action
• Using corporate culture plans
• Managing change
• Fitting current HR organisational shape to meet international standards

Module 3: International Staffing

• The need for international staff
• Designing staffing policies
• Staffing policies of multi-national companies
• The international staffing processes
• Factors to consider in international staffing

Module 4: Cultural Influence in International Human Resource Management

• Culture, tradition and local regulations
• Types of introductions and address
• Local researching
• Local concepts of social time
• Meeting local expectations
• Hofstede’s cultural dimensions

Module 5: The Selection Criteria for Workers in IHRM

• Motivation for a foreign assignment
• General and technical criteria
• Family situation
• Language proficiency
• Cross-cultural suitability
• Ease of environmental adaptability
• Global leadership skills

Module 6: Development and Training in IHRM

• Orientation
• Pre-arrival orientation
• Cultural briefings
• Shipping requirements
• Assignment briefing
• Cross-cultural briefing
• Post-arrival orientation
• Settling in
• Ethical and legal considerations
• Career development
• Managing diversity and workplace inclusion

Module 7: Changes in the International HR Landscape

• HR and artificial intelligence direct chat systems
• How AI is changing the face of global work systems
• The case for cross-country remote working
• The significant impacts of robotics on HR
• The case for AI in human relations

Module 8: Compliance

• Global employment laws
• International compliance regulations
• International ethics in human resource management
• Complying with domestic employment standards
• Obstacles to international bargaining
• Approaches to international and multination enterprise and labour relations

Module 9: The Approach of Multinational Corporations to Human Resource Management

• Ethnocentric approach
• Region-centric approach
• Polycentric approach
• Geocentric approach

Module 10: Global HRM Trends and Topical Issues

• Cross-border regulations and legal compliance
• Virtual training for overseas personnel
• People analytics
• Cloud-backed AI tools
• Global talent scouting
• Virtual recruitment
• Digital workplace (slack, notion etc.)
• Ensuring work-life balance amidst a globalised personnel pool
• Geo-specific personalised compensation and benefits
• Resilience and agility
• Diversity and equity