INTRODUCTION:
The Diploma in Human Resource Management is a two semester under graduate and post experience training programme which aims at developing advanced professional knowledge and skills necessary for efficient and effective management of human resources in the Civil Service and Public Sector in Sierra Leone. The undergraduate Diploma comprises of 9 modules: 3 Basic, 4 Core and 2 Electives. Participant may complete the whole course within two semesters of continuous study or by completing its modules within a period of two years. The curriculum provides a broad range of theoretical, analytical and practical skills to develop and enhance HRM knowledge and skills.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT:
Three (3) WASSCE credits (or 3 G.C.E. ‘O’ Levels) or its equivalent or a complete professional qualification in a relevant discipline which provides foundation level knowledge appropriate to the proposed course plus 2 years working experience in the Civil Service and Public Sector.
PROGRAMME CONTENT:
Basic Modules:
Contemporary Management Skills Improvement
Research Methods
Advance Management Information System (MIS)
Core Modules:
Fundamentals of Public Administration & Management
Administrative Law & Ethics
Public Policy and Management
Local Government Administration and Decentralization
Public Sector Financial Management
Managing Human Resources
Human Resource Management Phenomenon
HRM Vs Personnel Management
Human Resource Planning
Elective Modules:
Civil Service Code and Ethics or African Charter