NATIONAL N-DIPLOMA (N4–N6)
Human Resource Management
What you should know
Once you complete this programme you will be able to apply knowledge, skills and relevant communication skills for application in writing and verbal communication in practice of personnel management. Such skills include motivation, group dynamics, leadership skills and information systems as applicable in the management of human resources and in the presentation of information in activities relevant to human resource management.
Requirements
Grade 12 National Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification with a minimum average of 45%
Duration
3 Years (18 months theory and 18 months practical work experience)
Career Opportunities
• Human Resources Assistant
• Administrative Assistant
• Entrepreneur
Campus
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What subjects will I be taking?
FIRST YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER – N4
Personnel Management
Personnel Management gives the student a good background of the personnel functions, starting with recruitment and selection right through to performance appraisal, remuneration, job evaluation, etc. – to the point where the employment contract ends. It also deals with issues such as motivation, leadership, management and communication.
Management Communication
Studies the different disciplines of communication, motivation and self-image as tools in the organisation. Practical activities are included, especially the writing of business communication documents. This subject also studies the theory behind advertising, the communication tool for marketing, with emphasis on the role it plays in marketing strategies of an organisation.
Computer Practice
Provides students with skills to perform basic computer functions. The subject field covers Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access and basic Internet and Email functionality.
Entrepreneurship & Business Management
Entrepreneurship and Business Management studies the different aspects of starting your own business. It provides basic knowledge of how to draw up a business plan and all the necessary aspects needed for a business plan.
SECOND SEMESTER – N5
Personnel Management
Personnel Management gives the student a good background of the personnel functions, starting with recruitment and selection right through to performance appraisal, remuneration, job evaluation, etc. – to the point where the employment contract ends. It also deals with issues such as motivation, leadership, management and communication.
Personnel Training
Without a well-trained staff, an organisation will certainly under perform. Personnel Training moulds the student with a sound background on training adults in the workplace as well as the necessary training and facilitation skills. It also provides a framework for assessing training needs.
Computer Practice
Provides students with skills to perform basic computer functions. The subject field covers Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access and basic Internet and Email functionality.
Labour Relations
Labour Relations focuses on monitoring good relationships at the workplace by keeping it free from conflict and dispute through sound communication and providing a framework/system for dealing with various issues. The subject initially gives the student a background of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act and the Labour Relations Act, while the latter part of the subject deals with trade union issues as well as the problematic areas of disciplinary hearings, disputes, strikes and negotiations.
SECOND YEAR
FIRST SEMESTER – N6
Personnel Management
Personnel Management gives the student a good background of the personnel functions, starting with recruitment and selection right through to performance appraisal, remuneration, job evaluation, etc. – to the point where the employment contract ends. It also deals with issues such as motivation, leadership, management and communication.
Personnel Training
Without a well-trained staff, an organisation will certainly under perform. Personnel Training moulds the student with a sound background on training adults in the workplace as well as the necessary training and facilitation skills. It also provides a framework for assessing training needs.
Computer Practice
Provides students with skills to perform basic computer functions. The subject field covers Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access and basic Internet and Email functionality.
Labour relations
Labour Relations focuses on monitoring good relationships at the workplace by keeping it free from conflict and dispute through sound communication and providing a framework/system for dealing with various issues. The subject initially gives the student a background of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act and the Labour Relations Act, while the latter part of the subject deals with trade union issues as well as the problematic areas of disciplinary hearings, disputes, strikes and negotiations.