Employment Law & Industrial Relations Masterclass
Date: 6 - 7 Oct 2026
Location: Penang
This two-day course prepares managers and HR practitioners to handle people issues more effectively…
Overview
The HR Business Partners help align an organisation’s people strategy with its business strategy. They are at the frontline of the businesses, fulfilling the key role of integrating business strategy with people management practices. They are HR experts and people champions, but also a change agent and a strategic partner for the business. HRBP professionals partner closely with business units to ensure that an organisation’s strategies for acquiring talent, engaging and retaining employees align with overall business goals. Success as an HRBP means knowing the intricacies of how a business works and what it needs to achieve its financial and operational goals. Together with business unit leaders, the HRBP works on setting priorities, driving values, and delivering business results, keeping the people element in perspective.
Targeted Participant:
- HR Advisor
- HRBP Specialist
- HRBP Manager
- Senior Manager
- HR Generalists
- HR Executive/Senior Executive
- Talent Acquisition Professionals
Programme Outline
Module 1: Traditional vs. Strategic HR
Module 2: The New HR: Architect of the Talent Machine
Module 3: The HR Business Partner Model
Module 4: Duties and Responsibilities of HRBP
Module 5: Developing HRBP Skills and Competencies
Module 6: Critical HR Metrics
Learning Objectives & Outcomes
1. Have a clear understanding of HRBP roles and responsibilities and how HRBP can effectively + efficiently support the business units
2. Build the confidence and insights as an HRBP, in order to manage challenging situations and different stakeholders in achieving specific business objectives
3. Think critically and provide sustainable solutions while adding value to the businesses
4. Advise business leaders on matters pertaining to people-business issues, especially on talent management and engagement
5. How to be the change agent to drive business and people strategies
6. Partnering successfully with other HR COE’s
