HRM EDUCATION: TRADITIONAL & PROFESSIONAL ROUTES (PART THREE)

 

Finally, we are about to close the chapter on HRM Education. We trust the previous parts have been informative. Here, we will be looking into various career pathways for those who pursue HRM either from the traditional system or the professional route then we take a sneak peek into online portals and materials always to keep ourselves informed of the trends of the practice.

CAREERS IN HRM

Here is a detailed list of direct and indirect careers and professions in Human Resource Management (HRM):

CAREERS AND PROFESSIONS IN HRM AND THEIR ROLES:

  1. HR Manager: Responsible for overseeing all aspects of the HR department, including recruitment, training, employee relations, and compliance.
  2. Recruiter: Specializes in sourcing, screening, and hiring candidates for job openings within an organization.
  3. Training and Development Specialist: Designs and delivers training programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
  4. Compensation and Benefits Manager: Manages employee compensation, benefits packages, and incentive programs.
  5. Employee Relations Specialist: Handles employee grievances, conflicts, and disciplinary actions within the organization.
  6. HR Consultant: Provides expert advice and guidance on HR practices, policies, and compliance issues to organizations.
  7. Talent Acquisition Specialist: Focuses on attracting and retaining top talent for the organization through strategic recruitment efforts.
  8. HR Analyst: Utilizes data and analytics to assess HR metrics, trends, and performance within the organization.
  9. Diversity and Inclusion Specialist: Promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the workplace to create a more inclusive environment.
  10. Labor Relations Manager: Manages relationships with labor unions, negotiates collective bargaining agreements, and addresses labor-related issues.

11.    HR Director: Leads the HR department, develops HR strategies, and aligns HR practices with organizational goals.

12.    HR Business Partner: Collaborates with business leaders to address HR needs, drive organizational change, and support strategic initiatives.

13.   Organizational Development Specialist: Focuses on improving organizational effectiveness, culture, and employee engagement through strategic interventions.

14.   HR Compliance Specialist: Ensures that HR policies, practices, and procedures comply with legal requirements and industry regulations.

15.   HR Information Systems Manager: Manages HR technology systems, data analytics, and reporting to support HR operations and decision-making.

16.   Benefits Analyst: Analyzes employee benefits programs, conducts benchmarking, and recommends enhancements to benefit offerings.

17.   HR Risk Manager: Identifies and mitigates HR-related risks, such as compliance issues, legal challenges, and workforce disruptions.

18.   HR Training Coordinator: Coordinates training programs, schedules sessions, and tracks employee participation and development.

19.   HR Metrics Analyst: Collects and analyzes HR data to measure performance, identify trends, and inform strategic HR decisions.


HRM RELATED CAREERS AND PROFESSIONS AND THEIR ROLES:

  1. Training Program Developer: Designs and creates training materials and programs for HR departments.
  2. Advertising & Recruitment Specialist: Develops and implements recruitment advertising campaigns to attract top talent.
  3. Compensation Analyst: Conducts research and analysis to determine competitive compensation packages for employees.
  4. Employee Engagement Coordinator: Plans and executes employee engagement initiatives to boost morale and productivity.
  5. HR Technology Specialist: Manages HR software systems, implements new technologies, and provides technical support to HR teams.
  6. Benefits Administrator: Administers employee benefits programs, processes claims, and assists employees with benefit-related inquiries.
  7. Workforce Planning Analyst: Analyzes workforce data to forecast staffing needs, succession planning, and talent development strategies.
  8. Employment Branding Specialist: Develops and promotes the employer brand to attract and retain top talent.
  9. HR Project Manager: Oversees HR projects, initiatives, and process improvements to enhance HR operations and efficiency.
  10. Employment Law Attorney: Specializes in legal matters related to employment, labor relations, and HR compliance.
  11. Workplace Diversity Consultant: Advises organizations on diversity and inclusion strategies, policies, and initiatives.
  12. HR Outsourcing Specialist: Manages HR functions outsourced to third-party providers, such as payroll processing or benefits administration.
  13. Change Management Consultant: Assists organizations in managing organizational change, restructuring, and transition processes.
  14. Employee Wellness Coordinator: Develops and implements wellness programs, initiatives, and resources to support employee well-being.
  15. HR Content Writer: Creates HR-related content, such as policies, procedures, training materials, and employee communications.
  16. HR Auditor: Conducts audits of HR practices, processes, and documentation to ensure compliance and best practices.
  17. HR Marketing Specialist: Develops employer branding, recruitment marketing campaigns, and HR-related content for internal and external audiences.
  18. HR Financial Analyst: Analyzes HR budgets, costs, and financial performance to support strategic HR planning and decision-making.
  19. HR Customer Service Representative: Provides HR support, assistance, and guidance to employees, managers, and external stakeholders.

HERE IS A LIST OF PRACTICAL HRM FIRMS, WEBSITES, JOURNALS, AND BLOGS THAT STUDENTS CAN LEARN FROM:

These resources provide valuable insights, best practices, and thought leadership in the field of Human Resource Management. Students can stay updated on the latest trends, research, and practical applications in HRM by engaging with these firms, websites, journals, and blogs.

HRM FIRMS:

  1. Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) - https://www.cipd.org/en/
  2. Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) - https://www.shrm.org/
  3. Human Capital Institute (HCI) - https://www.hci.org/
  4. WorldatWork - https://www.worldatwork.org/
  5. HR.com - https://www.hr.com/

Websites and Blogs:

  1. The College Business Consult - https://tcbchrpages.blogspot.com/
  2. TLNT - https://www.tlnt.com/
  3. HR Bartender - https://www.hrbartender.com/
  4. Fistful of Talent - https://fistfuloftalent.com/
  5. Laurie Ruettimann - https://laurieruettimann.com/
  6. Workforce - https://www.workforce.com/
  7. HR Executive - https://hrexecutive.com/
  8. HR Morning - https://www.hrmorning.com/
  9. HR Daily Advisor - https://hrdailyadvisor.blr.com/

Journals:

  1. Human Resource Management Journal - https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/17488583
  2. Journal of Human Resources Management Research - https://ibimapublishing.com/journals/journal-of-human-resources-management-research/
  3. Journal of Human Resource Management - https://www.jhrm.eu
  4. Human Resource Management Review - https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/human-resource-management-review
  5. Human Resource Development Review - https://journals.sagepub.com/home/hrd

                                    

HERE IS A LIST OF, HANDS-ON BOOKS ON HR PRACTICE WRITTEN BY GLOBAL INDUSTRY PLAYERS:

  1. Managing Human Resources in Ghana: A Guide for Foreign Executives by John Kuada (2019)

·         Provides practical cultural lessons and principles for foreign executives working in Ghana and other African countries

·         Focuses on understanding the cultural dynamics in Ghana to unlock the productivity and performance of Indigenous managers and employees

  1. Industrial Relations in Ghana: The Law and Practice by Kwasi Anyemedu (1993)

·         Examines the legal framework and practical aspects of industrial relations in Ghana

·         Covers topics such as labor laws, trade unions, collective bargaining, and dispute resolution

  1. Tradition and Change in Ghana: An Introduction to Sociology by Kwasi Wiredu and Kwasi Gyekye (1992)

·         Provides an introduction to sociology with a focus on Ghanaian society and culture

·         Explores the interplay between tradition and change in various aspects of Ghanaian life

  1. The Labour Market in Ghana: A Descriptive Analysis of the Labour Market Component of the Ghana Living Standards Survey by Abena D. Oduro (2000)

·         Offers a descriptive analysis of the Ghanaian labor market based on the Ghana Living Standards Survey

·         Examines employment patterns, wages, and other labor market characteristics

  1. Tertiary Education and Industrial Development in Ghana by Kwasi Andam (1993)

·         Investigates the relationship between tertiary education and industrial development in Ghana

·         Assesses the role of higher education institutions in supporting industrial growth and productivity

  1. "The HR Trailblazer's Handbook: A Guide to Thriving as an HR Leader in the 21st Century" by Kimberly Kasper
    • Kimberly Kasper is a global HR executive with experience at Uber and Airbnb.
    • The book provides a roadmap for HR professionals to navigate the evolving HR landscape and drive business impact.
    • "Talent Magnet: How to Attract and Keep the Best People" by Mark Miller
    • Mark Miller is the Chief High-Performance Officer at Chick-fil-A.
    • The book offers strategies for attracting, developing, and retaining top talent in today's competitive job market.
  2. "The Employee Experience Advantage: How to Win the War for Talent by Giving Employees the Workspaces They Want, the Tools They Need, and a Culture They Can Celebrate" by Jacob Morgan
    • Jacob Morgan is a futurist and best-selling author who advises companies on the future of work.
    • The book explores how leading organizations are creating exceptional employee experiences to drive business success.
  3. "Fearless HR: Driving Business Results" by Alfredo Saenz
    • Alfredo Saenz is the former Chief HR Officer at Banco Santander.
    • The book provides a framework for HR professionals to become strategic partners and drive business results.
  4. "The Talent Delusion: Why Data, Not Intuition, Is the Key to Unlocking Human Potential" by Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic
    • Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic is a professor of business psychology and an expert on talent analytics.
    • The book explores how data and analytics can help organizations make better talent decisions and unlock human potential.
  5. "The Diversity and Inclusion Handbook" by Sondra Thiederman
    • Sondra Thiederman is a leading expert on workplace diversity and inclusion.
    • The book provides practical strategies for creating inclusive workplaces that leverage diversity for business success.
  6. "The Employee Experience: How to Attract Talent, Retain Top Performers, and Drive Results" by Tracy Maylett and Matthew Wride
    • Tracy Maylett and Matthew Wride are the CEO and COO of DecisionWise, a global HR consulting firm.
    • The book offers a framework for creating exceptional employee experiences that drive engagement, productivity, and business results.

These books provide practical, hands-on guidance from global HR leaders and industry experts on a range of HR topics, from talent management and employee experience to diversity and inclusion.

Our goal is that much more than reading, this material will serve as a reference guide to our target audience – students (at various levels of education), parents, educators, HRM experts and all other educational stakeholders. This material is aimed at contributing to the raising of excellent Human Resource Management practitioners the world over. Thank you for reading these three weeks.

 

PAUL ANANG AMASAH

THE COLLEGE BUSINESS CONSULT

thecollegebc@gmail.com

7TH JUNE, 2024

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