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HR in a Scaling Business
Online Course
Design an agile HR operating model to help your business overcome challenges at every stage of the scaling-up process. In this online HR in a Scaling Business course, you will learn how to build a fast, flexible, and functional HR department that enables your organization to achieve sustainable growth.
This course is only available as part of the HR Generalist Certificate Program or as part of Full Access Membership.
Learning Objectives
Understand the key stages of growth a scale-up goes through
Help your business transition into a more structured and stable scale-up organizational culture
Identify the leadership competencies founders need to find a longer-term place in the business
Build an HR operating model that can diversify and evolve with the business
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Course structure
HR in a Scaling Business
Beginner
2 modules
• 5 lessons
• 4 hours
Build an HR operating model fit for scale
Learn how HR can best support a growing business. This course helps you gain an in-depth understanding of the scaling-up process and how HR can respond to challenges like downsizing and reorganization. You will learn how to build an HR operating model fit for scale — one that can help the business attract, train, and retain employees for the long term.
MODULE #1
Module 1
MODULE #2
Module 2
KEY PROJECTS & RESOURCES IN THIS COURSE
Low Cost Solutions Guide
Low-cost HR solutions for scale-ups
From Start-Up to Scale-Up Guide
Learn about the transitional stages between start-up and scale-up
Value Workshop Guide
Learn how to run a values workshop
Vision & Mission Planning Session
Learn how to run a value & mission planning session
Culture Audit
Save time with the ready-to-use Culture Audit Template
RACI Chart Guidebook
Learn how to use the RACI chart
Leadership Roles, Skills, and Health Check
Run a health check on your leadership roles and skills
Case Study: Scaling Travtastic
Join Travtastic on their hiring journey for Series B
The Five Whys Framework
Explore the cause-and-effect relationships underlying business problems
Signals Indicating Your Operating Model Needs to Evolve
Learn about most common signals indicating your operating model needs to evolve
HR Audit, Project Plan, and Metric Dashboard
Learn how to build your people roadmap and stay agile
HR Processes and Waste
Learn how to address common sources of waste in your organization
Case Study: Developing an Onboarding Process in a Hybrid Work Environment
Take a design thinking approach to design an onboarding process
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Why should I enroll in this online HR in a Scaling Business course?
A scaling organization has different and more dynamic needs than more stable and established businesses. This means that during scaling-up process, HR’s priorities and focuses can shift quickly and unexpectedly. In order to help your business sustainable growth, you need the knowledge and skills to build an agile and flexible HR operating model. This online HR in a Scaling Business course is designed to help you do just that. By enrolling in this course, you will be well-equipped to anticipate what comes next for your organization and address challenges you will encounter during scaling.
Do I need prior HR knowledge and/or experience to enroll in this course?
Prior HR knowledge and/or experience is not required to enroll in this course. The HR in a Scaling Business course is designed for those taking their first steps in Human Resources. This course is especially a good fit if you have just joined a growing organization as their first HR hire, or are transitioning into an HR role.
Is there a fixed schedule?
No. This training is 100% online and self-paced! When you learn and how much time you spend each day, week, or month is up to.
How long do I have access to the course?
Which languages are the courses conducted in?
All courses are available in English and come with English subtitles.
Is this online course the right fit for me?
If you’re not sure if this course is the right fit, we are here to help you determine which training best fits your goals and needs! Simply talk to one of our admissions advisors or send them an email at [email protected].
Why is this course not sold individually?
To optimize the quality of your learning experience, this course is not available for standalone enrollment and is either available as part of a Certificate Program or included with the Full Academy Access License.
Do I need any software tools to complete this program?
No special software tools are required to complete this program. All materials needed are provided in the training platform.
Support Your Business Through Every Stage of Scaling
Build an agile HR Operating Model