School of Management

Human Resource Management

Programme Overview

The Human Resource Management (HRM) programme at YIBS is designed to prepare students for effective people management in both local and global business environments. As organisations increasingly recognise the value of their workforce as a strategic asset, HR professionals play a vital role in recruitment, performance management, employee relations, training and development, and organisational culture.

This programme blends theory and practical training to produce graduates capable of handling complex HR challenges while aligning human capital strategies with organisational goals. Delivered by experienced faculty and industry professionals, the HRM curriculum reflects current workplace trends, labour laws, and HR technologies.

Main Objectives

The HRM programme aims to:
  • Equip students with practical skills in recruitment, training, and performance evaluation
  • Instil ethical and legal awareness in dealing with workplace issues
  • Develop leadership and communication skills for managing diverse teams
  • Teach strategic HR planning and employee engagement techniques
  • Prepare students for professional HR certifications and further studies

Programme Duration

2 Years

HND in Human Resource Management

1 Year

B.Tech in Human Resource Management

Internship

Included at both levels

Study Options

Full-time / Part-time / Evening

Skills Acquired

Graduates will be able to:

  • Conduct job analysis and develop recruitment strategies
  • Administer employee compensation, benefits, and payroll systems
  • Design and implement training and development programmes
  • Mediate workplace conflicts and manage employee relations
  • Apply labour laws and ensure legal compliance
  • Use HR software tools (e.g. HRIS, SAP, BambooHR) for personnel management
  • Develop performance appraisal systems and HR policies
  • Drive organisational change and build high-performance cultures

Target Audience

This programme is ideal for:

  • Recent high school graduates passionate about managing people and workplace culture
  • HND holders seeking a B.Tech in Human Resource Management
  • Working professionals looking to upskill or switch to HR roles
  • Entrepreneurs and team leaders managing staff in small businesses
  • Individuals preparing for international HR certifications (e.g. SHRM, CIPD)

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue roles such as:

  • Human Resource Manager
  • Recruitment Officer / Talent Acquisition Specialist
  • Training and Development Manager
  • Payroll & Compensation Officer
  • Employee Relations Specialist
  • Labour Relations Officer
  • HR Analyst / HR Business Partner
  • Organisational Development Officer

Opportunities for Further Studies

Successful graduates may advance to:

  • Master’s in Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations, or Business Administration
  • Professional certifications like SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CIPD, or PHR
  • Specialised studies in Labour Law, Organisational Psychology, or HR Technology

Empower people. Drive performance. Lead change.
Join the Human Resource Management programme at YIBS and become a key player in building successful organisations.