Live Online Human Resources Development and Personnel Management Training Course
Live online, instructor-led · next cohort Nov 2, 2026 · from USD 1,700
Personnel administration and staff development are where people policies meet daily reality, and gaps in either quickly erode morale, productivity and compliance. The first days frame the HR function, its structure and its contribution to organizational strategy, before moving into workforce planning, job analysis and recruitment management. Employee relations sessions address employment contracts, workplace communication, discipline, grievances and records management. You then cover training and development in depth: needs analysis, designing learning programmes, coaching, mentoring, career development and evaluating training impact.
The second week examines performance management systems, including objective setting, appraisal methods, feedback, rewards and handling poor performance. Compensation and welfare sessions cover pay structures, benefits, pensions, leave administration, health and wellness, and employee assistance programmes. Group exercises and case studies from public and private employers let you design processes and solve realistic personnel problems. HR officers, personnel and administration managers, training officers and supervisors with staff responsibilities will find the content applicable. You return able to run personnel functions efficiently, develop staff systematically and build HR processes that serve both employees and the organization.
At a Glance
How Live Online Training Works
Live online training, led by a trainer in real time, for participants anywhere.
More about live online training →- Format
- Live online, instructor-led
- Duration
- Mon - Fri (10 Days)
- Fee
- USD 1,700 (KES 160,000)
- Next start dates
- Nov 2, 2026, Nov 16, 2026, Jan 4, 2027
- Certificate
- Certificate of Completion
- What you need
- A computer with a reliable internet connection, a webcam and a headset
About this course
This practical and interactive program provides participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in human resources development and personnel management. Through workplace scenarios, group discussions, case studies, and practical exercises, participants will learn how to manage workforce operations effectively while supporting employee growth and organizational objectives. The course focuses on practical application, enabling participants to improve employee performance, workplace relationships, and organizational productivity.
Throughout the programme, participants work through realistic scenarios drawn from development initiatives, donor-funded programmes, nonprofit operations, and public sector environments, examining how human resources development and personnel management is applied in practice and where it most often breaks down. Delegates will develop practical skill in designing appropriate frameworks, selecting and applying the right tools for performance management, interpreting findings, and communicating conclusions clearly to colleagues, management and external stakeholders. Sessions move deliberately from principles to application, so that each technique introduced is practised against a realistic problem before the programme moves on — strengthening both individual effectiveness and the wider capability of the organizations delegates return to.
Training Objectives
- Understand the principles and functions of human resources development and personnel management.
- Learn effective workforce planning and employee administration practices.
- Develop skills in recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes.
- Understand employee training, coaching, and career development methods.
- Gain practical knowledge of performance management and appraisal systems.
- Learn strategies for employee motivation, engagement, and retention.
- Strengthen leadership and communication skills for managing personnel effectively.
- Promote organizational growth through strategic HR development initiatives.
What you'll learn
Key Takeaways
By the end of the Human Resources Development and Personnel Management Training Course, participants will leave with:
- Comprehensive understanding of personnel management and HR development principles.
- Improved ability to manage employee performance and workplace relationships.
- Practical skills for workforce planning, recruitment, and staff development.
- Enhanced knowledge of employee engagement and retention strategies.
- Increased confidence in supporting organizational growth through effective people management.
- A comprehensive working understanding of human resources development and personnel management principles and performance-measurement methodology.
- Enhanced ability to design practical systems and evaluate outcomes reliably.
Training Methodology
This training program adopts a practical and highly interactive approach to ensure participants can effectively apply knowledge in workplace settings. Participants will:
- Participate in group discussions and collaborative learning activities.
- Analyze real-world HR and personnel management case studies.
- Engage in practical workforce planning and employee management exercises.
- Practice communication, leadership, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Explore employee development and performance management scenarios.
- Share workplace experiences and professional best practices.
- Develop practical HR action plans for organizational implementation.
Day 1: Introduction to Human Resources Development and Personnel Management
- Fundamentals of human resources development and personnel management.
- Roles and responsibilities of HR and personnel managers.
- Importance of HR development in organizational success.
- Organizational structure and workforce management concepts.
- HR policies, procedures, and workplace standards.
- Professional ethics and conduct in HR management.
- Emerging trends in personnel and workforce management.
Day 2: Workforce Planning and Recruitment Management
- Workforce planning principles and staffing requirements.
- Job analysis and job description preparation.
- Recruitment planning and sourcing strategies.
- Candidate screening and selection techniques.
- Interviewing methods and hiring decisions.
- Employee onboarding and orientation programs.
- Building effective recruitment and retention strategies.
Day 3: Employee Relations and Workplace Communication
- Fundamentals of employee relations management.
- Effective workplace communication strategies.
- Managing employee concerns and grievances.
- Conflict resolution and negotiation techniques.
- Promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Building trust and positive workplace relationships.
- Workplace discipline and conduct management.
Day 4: Training and Employee Development
- Principles of employee learning and development.
- Identifying training and development needs.
- Designing effective training programs.
- Coaching and mentoring techniques.
- Career development and succession planning.
- Evaluating training effectiveness and outcomes.
- Building continuous learning cultures within organizations.
Day 5: Performance Management Systems
- Introduction to performance management processes.
- Setting employee goals and performance standards.
- Performance appraisal methods and evaluation systems.
- Providing constructive feedback and coaching.
- Managing underperformance and corrective actions.
- Employee recognition and reward systems.
- Linking performance management to organizational objectives.
Day 6: Compensation, Benefits, and Employee Welfare
- Fundamentals of compensation and salary administration.
- Employee benefits and reward management.
- Payroll administration and compensation structures.
- Employee welfare and wellness initiatives.
- Work-life balance and employee support programs.
- Managing employee satisfaction and morale.
- Compensation compliance and workplace fairness.
Day 7: Leadership and Organizational Development
- Leadership principles in personnel management.
- Building effective and productive teams.
- Change management and workforce adaptation.
- Employee engagement and motivation strategies.
- Organizational culture and workforce behavior.
- Decision-making and problem-solving techniques.
- Developing leadership capacity within organizations.
Day 8: HR Compliance and Workplace Governance
- Employment laws and workplace regulations.
- Workplace health and safety management.
- Ethical practices in personnel administration.
- Managing workplace diversity and inclusion.
- Employee rights and employer responsibilities.
- HR documentation and record management.
- Compliance monitoring and risk management.
Day 9: Strategic Human Resource Development
- Strategic HR planning and organizational alignment.
- Talent management and succession strategies.
- Workforce productivity and efficiency improvement.
- HR metrics and performance measurement.
- Technology applications in HR management.
- Managing organizational change and transformation.
- Best practices in strategic personnel management.
Day 10: Practical Application and HR Best Practices
- Case studies in HR development and personnel management.
- Solving workplace HR challenges and scenarios.
- Developing workforce management action plans.
- Best practices for sustainable employee development.
- Continuous improvement in HR operations.
- Building high-performance workplace cultures.
- Course review, evaluation, and implementation planning.
- Human Resource Managers and Officers
- Personnel and Administrative Managers
- Training and Development Coordinators
- Organizational Development Specialists
- Team Leaders and Supervisors
- Recruitment and Talent Management Personnel
- Business Owners and Department Heads
- Anyone responsible for employee management and workforce development
Upon successful completion, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion in Human Resources Development and Personnel Management Training issued by Vision Reach Global Consultancy.
Certificates are issued in the delegate’s name on completion of the programme and are suitable for submission towards continuing professional development requirements. Vision Reach Global Consultancy verifies every certificate it issues on request.
Choose Where You Want to Learn
Human Resources Development and Personnel Management Training Course Venues
KenyaNairobiNext Nov 16· 13 dates$3,000- KenyaMombasaNext Nov 2· 13 dates$3,200
- KenyaKisumuNext Nov 2· 13 dates$3,000
- KenyaNaivashaNext Nov 9· 13 dates$3,000
South AfricaCape TownNext Nov 2· 13 dates$7,600- South AfricaPretoriaNext Nov 9· 13 dates$6,400
- South AfricaJohannesburgNext Nov 9· 13 dates$6,800
TanzaniaZanzibarNext Nov 23· 13 dates$5,200- TanzaniaDar es SalaamNext Nov 2· 13 dates$4,000
- TanzaniaArushaNext Nov 16· 13 dates$7,600
- TanzaniaDodomaNext Nov 2· 13 dates$3,600
RwandaKigaliNext Nov 2· 13 dates$3,800
UgandaKampalaNext Nov 9· 13 dates$3,800
UAEDubaiNext Nov 2· 13 dates$7,600
NigeriaAbujaNext Nov 16· 13 dates$5,600- NigeriaLagosNext Nov 23· 13 dates$5,600
GhanaAccraNext Nov 23· 13 dates$9,000- KenyaMachakosNext Nov 9· 13 dates$3,200
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Frequently Asked Questions About Live Online Human Resources Development and Personnel Management Training Course
Everything you need to know about this course before you register.
By the end of the Human Resources Development and Personnel Management programme, you'll be able to understand core human resources development and personnel management principles and how they fit together in practice, apply practical techniques for performance management in day-to-day implementation, strengthen evaluation, reporting and quality-assurance capability, and improve decision-making using evidence-driven performance information. The full breakdown of topics is covered session by session in the Course Outline tab above.
This course is designed for Human Resource Managers and Officers, Personnel and Administrative Managers, Training and Development Coordinators, Organizational Development Specialists, Team Leaders and Supervisors, Recruitment and Talent Management Personnel, Business Owners and Department Heads, and Anyone responsible for employee management and workforce development.
Human Resources Development and Personnel Management Training Course typically runs as 10 Days. It's available as in-house corporate, in-person classroom, and live virtual training — every course can also be delivered on-site for your team on dates that suit you.
Human Resources Development and Personnel Management Training Course is scheduled in-classroom in Nairobi, Kenya, Mombasa, Kenya, Kisumu, Kenya, and Naivasha, Kenya, and 14 other locations, plus a live interactive virtual classroom you can join from anywhere. Check the schedule panel above for exact upcoming dates and fees in each location.
The next live virtual cohort of Human Resources Development and Personnel Management starts November 2, 2026, with new classroom cohorts also running on a rolling basis. Pick a date and location in the schedule panel above, then click "Register for the Course" — it takes a few minutes and your seat is confirmed once payment or a signed purchase order is received.
Yes — delegates who meet the attendance requirement receive a Certificate of Completion for Human Resources Development and Personnel Management Training Course from Vision Reach Global Consultancy, issued in the name you register with, so double-check the spelling at checkout.
Human Resources Development and Personnel Management Training Course is pitched at intermediate to advanced professionals. If you're unsure whether it's the right fit for your current role or background, message our training advisors before you register and they'll help you confirm.
Fees for Human Resources Development and Personnel Management Training Course vary by delivery location and format and are shown in real time in the schedule panel above once you pick a date. Register 3 or more delegates on the same course together and a 5% team discount is applied automatically — larger cohorts can request a custom corporate quote.
Yes — Human Resources Development and Personnel Management Training Course can be delivered on-site at your offices (or virtually for distributed teams), with case studies and examples tailored to your industry and the specific challenges your team is working through. Switch to the "In-House" tab in the schedule panel above to request a proposal.
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