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Intermediate CPD

Advanced Office Management & Effective Administration Skills

This intermediate 5 days programme provides professionals with a rigorous, practice-oriented grounding in Advanced Office Management & Effective Administration Skills. Designed for those working across the Human Resources sector, the course combines established theoretical frameworks with current industry practice through expert-led instruction, structured case studies, and hands-on workshops.

5 daysDuration
IntermediateLevel
5 Days · 15 ModulesProgramme
YX-ADMIN-002Code
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Course Overview

About this programme

This intermediate 5 days programme provides professionals with a rigorous, practice-oriented grounding in Advanced Office Management & Effective Administration Skills. Designed for those working across the Human Resources sector, the course combines established theoretical frameworks with current industry practice through expert-led instruction, structured case studies, and hands-on workshops.

Participants will engage with the most relevant tools, standards, and methodologies used in Office Administration today. By the final day, delegates will leave with a clear personal action plan and the confidence to apply their learning immediately, contributing to improved performance, compliance, and competitive advantage within their organisations.

Programme Objective

Equip professionals with the knowledge, skills, and frameworks required to excel in Advanced Office Management & Effective Administration Skills, driving measurable improvement in Human Resources performance and delivering tangible value to their organisations.

5 daysTotal Duration
5 DaysTraining Days
15 ModulesModules Covered
Max 20Class Size
EnglishLanguage
CPDAccreditations

What You Will Learn

11 key learning outcomes

01

Apply strategic HR frameworks to align people strategy with organisational goals and business performance

02

Design and implement talent management programmes that attract, develop, and retain high-potential employees

03

Develop a compensation and benefits architecture that is competitive, equitable, and cost-effective

04

Apply learning and development methodologies to design impactful training programmes at scale

05

Build HR business partner capabilities to influence business decisions and advise line managers effectively

06

Use HR analytics and workforce data to generate insights that drive evidence-based people decisions

07

Design and implement performance management systems that motivate employees and differentiate outcomes

08

Apply employment law and HR compliance frameworks to manage risk in the employment relationship

09

Lead diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that build inclusive workplace cultures

10

Apply change management principles to HR transformation and digital HR implementation projects

11

Develop succession planning and career pathways that build organisational capability and leadership pipelines

Course Outline

5 training days · 15 modules · hands-on workshops

1
Strategic
HR
2
Talent
Acquisition
3
Compensation,
Benefits
4
Performance
Management,
5
HR
Analytics,
Day 1

Strategic HR & Business Partnership

Align HR strategy with business objectives and develop the capabilities of an effective HR business partner.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Strategic Human Resource Management

  • HR strategy frameworks: vertical and horizontal alignment
  • Business model canvas: how HR creates and enables value
  • HR operating models: centralised, decentralised, shared services, and HRBP
  • People analytics foundation: using data to make strategic HR decisions
Module 2

HR Business Partner Skills

  • HRBP role: strategic advisor, change agent, and organisational designer
  • Consulting skills: diagnosis, contracting, and influencing senior stakeholders
  • Building credibility: commercial acumen and line manager relationships
  • HR business partnering maturity: from transactional to strategic
Module 3

Workforce Planning

  • Workforce planning cycle: demand, supply, gap, and action
  • Scenario planning for workforce: growth, contraction, and skill shift
  • Critical roles and critical capabilities identification
  • Workforce analytics: turnover, time-to-fill, and productivity metrics
Practical Workshop

HRBP challenge: teams tackle a realistic business scenario requiring them to diagnose a people problem, build a business case for an HR intervention, and present to a simulated executive team.

Day 2

Talent Acquisition & Talent Management

Design and operate talent acquisition and talent management systems that build organisational capability.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Modern Talent Acquisition

  • Employer brand: EVP development and candidate experience design
  • Sourcing strategy: job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, and talent communities
  • Selection methods: structured interviews, psychometrics, and assessment centres
  • AI in recruitment: ATS optimisation, blind screening, and bias risks
Module 2

Talent Management Framework

  • 9-box talent grid: performance vs. potential assessment
  • Succession planning: critical role identification and readiness assessment
  • High-potential (HiPo) identification: criteria, process, and development
  • Individual development plans (IDPs): structure, goals, and manager accountability
Module 3

Learning & Development Strategy

  • Learning needs analysis: gap assessment and priority setting
  • 70:20:10 model: experiential, social, and formal learning design
  • Digital learning: e-learning, microlearning, and LMS selection
  • Measuring L&D effectiveness: Kirkpatrick Levels 1–4
Practical Workshop

Talent management exercise: teams design a 12-month development programme for a cohort of high-potential employees in an energy company, including learning objectives, methods, and success metrics.

Day 3

Compensation, Benefits & Reward Strategy

Design competitive and equitable compensation structures and benefits programmes.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Compensation Strategy & Structure

  • Total reward model: base pay, variable pay, benefits, and non-financial reward
  • Job evaluation methods: Hay, Mercer, and Willis Towers Watson approaches
  • Pay bands and grade structure: design, communication, and management
  • Pay equity analysis: gender pay gap reporting and remediation
Module 2

Variable Pay & Incentive Design

  • Short-term incentive (STI): metrics, targets, and payout design
  • Long-term incentive (LTI): share plans, phantom equity, and vesting
  • Sales incentive plans: quota setting, accelerators, and fairness
  • Executive remuneration: governance, disclosure, and shareholder alignment
Module 3

Benefits & Wellbeing

  • Benefits benchmarking: pension, healthcare, and flexible benefits
  • Employee wellbeing programmes: mental health, financial wellbeing, and resilience
  • Benefits in a global workforce: mobility, expat packages, and local compliance
  • Benefits communication: total reward statement and employee value perception
Practical Workshop

Reward design workshop: teams design a total reward package for a mid-level engineering role in a multinational energy company, benchmarking against market data and justifying choices.

Day 4

Performance Management, ER & DEI

Apply performance management frameworks and build inclusive, compliant workplaces.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

Performance Management Systems

  • Performance cycle: goal setting, mid-year review, and year-end assessment
  • Goal frameworks: SMART, OKR, and balanced scorecard
  • Continuous feedback culture: check-ins, real-time recognition, and coaching
  • Rating calibration: consistency, bias mitigation, and appeals process
Module 2

Employee Relations & Employment Law

  • Employment contract essentials: terms, variation, and implied duties
  • Disciplinary and grievance procedures: natural justice and appeals
  • Managing capability: absence, poor performance, and reasonable adjustments
  • TUPE, redundancy, and restructuring: legal framework and HR process
Module 3

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

  • DEI business case: evidence and financial performance link
  • Unconscious bias: types, impact, and mitigation techniques
  • Inclusive recruitment and promotion: structured processes and diverse panels
  • ERGs, mentoring, and sponsorship: DEI programme design and measurement
Practical Workshop

ER case study: teams work through a complex disciplinary and grievance scenario, advising the manager on procedure, evidence gathering, and decision-making at each stage.

Day 5

HR Analytics, Digital HR & Future of Work

Apply HR analytics, digital HR tools, and future-of-work insights to drive people strategy.

8 hours 3 modules
Module 1

HR Analytics & People Metrics

  • HR dashboard design: KPIs for talent, culture, and efficiency
  • Predictive analytics: flight risk, performance prediction, and hiring success
  • People data ethics: privacy, GDPR, and algorithm transparency
  • Presenting HR insights: storytelling with data for executive audiences
Module 2

Digital HR & HRIS

  • HRIS selection: SAP SuccessFactors, Workday, and Oracle HCM
  • HR process automation: RPA in payroll, onboarding, and leave management
  • AI-powered HR tools: chatbots, performance analytics, and skills inference
  • Change management for HR digital transformation: user adoption and training
Module 3

Future of Work

  • Workforce of the future: automation, AI, and skills displacement
  • Remote and hybrid work: policy design and manager capability
  • Gig economy and contingent workforce: classification and integration
  • Learning agility and continuous reskilling: building a future-ready workforce
Practical Workshop

Capstone HR strategy: teams present an integrated people strategy for a provided energy company undergoing a digital transformation, covering talent, culture, reward, and analytics.

The course outline is indicative. Content may be adapted to reflect current industry developments and delegate experience levels.

Who Should Attend

This programme is designed for professionals across these roles

HR Business Partners

HRBPs seeking to deepen their strategic advisory skills and commercial HR capability

HR Managers & Directors

Senior HR professionals leading teams, designing people programmes, and influencing business decisions

L&D and Talent Professionals

Specialists responsible for learning strategy, talent pipeline, and capability development

HR Analysts & People Data Professionals

Analysts using workforce data to generate people insights and support evidence-based decisions

Line Managers & Team Leaders

Managers with HR responsibilities who want to improve people management and team performance

Business Leaders New to HR

Non-HR leaders rotating into HR roles or taking on expanded people management accountabilities

Schedule & Fees

Upcoming public dates — enrol anytime

Jun
02
02 Jun – 06 Jun 2026
Dubai, UAE
Classroom 4 seats available
$5,950
per delegate
Jul
01
01 Jul – 05 Jul 2026
Live Online (Zoom)
Online 6 seats available
$4,950
per delegate
Jul
25
25 Jul – 29 Jul 2026
Singapore
In-House 8 seats available
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custom pricing
Aug
24
24 Aug – 28 Aug 2026
Houston, USA
Blended 9 seats available
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Sep
25
25 Sep – 29 Sep 2026
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Classroom Only 3 seats left!
$5,950
per delegate
Oct
20
20 Oct – 24 Oct 2026
Live Online (Zoom)
Online 6 seats available
$4,950
per delegate
Can't find a suitable date? Contact us for private cohort scheduling or in-house delivery options at your premises.

Accreditations & Recognition

This course carries internationally recognised professional credits

CPD Certified

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