Introduction
An effective HR strategy balances competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and meaningful employee development to attract, retain, and motivate talent. This course provides HR professionals and managers with the tools to design fair pay structures, manage benefit programs, and implement impactful development initiatives. Participants will explore modern compensation strategies, employee-centered development initiatives, and practical tools to evaluate and improve HR programs in a way that supports long-term organizational success.
Course Outline
- Module 1
- Module 2
- Module 3
- Module 4
- Module 5
- Course Objectives
- Target Audience
Compensation Principles and Pay Structure
- Compensation philosophies and strategy alignment.
- Internal equity vs. external competitiveness.
- Job analysis and salary benchmarking.
- Designing salary grades, bands, and pay ranges.
- Compliance with labor laws and fair pay regulations.
Benefits Planning and Administration
- Statutory and voluntary employee benefits.
- Designing inclusive and attractive benefits programs.
- Managing costs and optimizing plan utilization.
- Benefits communication strategies.
- Legal considerations and vendor management.
Performance Management and Incentive Alignment
- Setting clear goals and performance metrics.
- Incentive structures: bonuses, commissions, recognition programs.
- Aligning performance reviews with compensation decisions.
- Handling underperformance constructively.
- Creating a culture of accountability and growth.
Employee Development and Career Planning
- Identifying skill gaps and development needs.
- Designing career progression and succession pathways.
- Integrating coaching, mentoring, and leadership development.
- Aligning development with individual and business goals.
- Leveraging L&D tools and platforms.
Evaluating and Enhancing HR Programs
- Measuring the impact of benefits and compensation strategies.
- Evaluating the effectiveness of employee development initiatives.
- Collecting and analyzing feedback from employees and managers.
- Using HR analytics to improve decision-making.
- Updating and refining programs to meet evolving workforce needs.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Explore the strategic role of compensation and benefits in talent retention.
- Learn to design fair, competitive, and compliant pay structures.
- Manage benefit plans that are cost-effective and employee-focused.
- Support employee growth through structured development planning.
- Align performance management with rewards and learning outcomes.
- Evaluate and improve HR programs using data and employee feedback.
This course is ideal for:
- HR professionals and generalists.
- Compensation and benefits specialists.
- Learning and development (L&D) managers.
- HR business partners and advisors.
- Team leaders and people managers.
- Organizational development (OD) professionals.
Course Schedule & Fees
- Kuala Lumpur
- Singapore
- Amsterdam
- Online
- Course Fees
This course will take place in Kuala Lumpur on the following dates:
| 12/05/2025 | 26/05/2025 | 09/06/2025 | 23/06/2025 |
| 07/07/2025 | 21/07/2025 | 04/08/2025 | 18/08/2025 |
| 01/09/2025 | 22/09/2025 | 06/10/2025 | 20/10/2025 |
| 10/11/2025 | 24/11/2025 | 15/12/2025 | 05/01/2026 |
| 26/01/2026 | 16/02/2026 |
This course will take place in Singapore on the following dates:
| 05/05/2025 | 26/05/2025 | 16/06/2025 | 30/06/2025 |
| 21/07/2025 | 11/08/2025 | 01/09/2025 | 22/09/2025 |
| 13/10/2025 | 03/11/2025 | 24/11/2025 | 15/12/2025 |
| 05/01/2026 | 26/01/2026 |
This course will take place in Amsterdam on the following dates:
| 19/05/2025 | 09/06/2025 | 30/06/2025 | 21/07/2025 |
| 11/08/2025 | 01/09/2025 | 22/09/2025 | 13/10/2025 |
| 03/11/2025 | 24/11/2025 | 15/12/2025 | 05/01/2026 |
| 26/01/2026 | 16/02/2026 |
This course will take place Online the following dates:
| 06/05/2025 | 03/06/2025 | 01/07/2025 | 29/07/2025 |
| 26/08/2025 | 23/09/2025 | 21/10/2025 | 18/11/2025 |
| 16/12/2025 | 13/01/2026 | 10/02/2026 |
| Kuala Lumpur | Singapore | Amsterdam | Online |
| USD$ 3,580 | USD$ 5,600 | USD$ 5,600 | USD$ 1,920 |
