PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM) is an essential function that ensures the alignment of human capital with an organisation’s long-term goals and vision. In today’s dynamic business environment, HR professionals must go beyond administrative roles to become strategic partners in decision-making and organisational transformation. This programme is designed to equip participants with advanced knowledge, practical tools, and strategic frameworks to manage human resources effectively and contribute meaningfully to business success. It offers insights into emerging concepts in SHRM, enabling participants to align HR functions with corporate objectives, design talent strategies that drive performance, and adopt global best practices. Through experiential learning and expert-led sessions, the programme aims to develop participants into well-rounded HR leaders capable of navigating complex organisational challenges and fostering sustainable growth.

OBJECTIVES

·         Understand the role of SHRM in aligning people management with dynamic business needs.

·         Gain exposure to cutting-edge HR practices implemented in leading global organisations.

·         Develop strategic thinking to formulate and implement HR strategies that support business growth.

·         Strengthen competencies in workforce planning, talent management, and performance systems.

·         Leverage HR analytics for data-driven decision-making.

·         Foster employee engagement, manage organisational change and cultivate strategic leadership.

·         Ensure legal compliance and uphold ethical standards in HR practices.

·         Adapt HR strategies for global and cross-cultural work environments

CONTENT

Module 1: Introduction to Strategic HRM

Objective: Understand SHRM fundamentals and its strategic significance.

Topics:

 • Defining SHRM and its business impact

 • Differences between traditional HRM and SHRM

 • HR as a strategic partner

Activities:

• Group discussion on SHRM impact

• Case study on successful SHRM implementation

Module 2: Aligning HR Strategies with Organizational Goals

Objective: Link HR strategies with organisational goals.

Topics:

• Understanding mission, vision and objectives

• HR strategy development

Activities:

• Strategy- alignment workshop

• Group exercise: Strategic HR planning

Module 3: Workforce Planning and Talent Management

Objective: Build capabilities in planning and talent strategy

Topics:

• Forecasting workforce needs

• Talent acquisition and succession planning

Activities:

• Design a strategic workforce plan

• Case study on talent development

Module 4: Performance Management Systems

Objective: Create systems that enhance performance and strategic alignment

Topics:

• Strategic goal-based appraisals

• Linking performance to rewards and development

Activities:

• Metric development exercise

• Role play: Appraisal sessions

Module 5: Compensation and Reward Strategies

Objective: Align compensation plans with strategic goals

Topics:

• Strategic compensation and incentives

• Retention through performance-linked rewards

Activities:

• Compensation plan design

• Discussion on reward effectiveness

Module 6: Employee Engagement and Organizational Culture

Objective: Enhance engagement and align culture with strategy

Topics:

• Culture and strategy execution

• Employee retention strategies

Activities:

• Culture improvement planning

• Engagement initiative design

Module 7: HR Analytics and Metrics

Objective: Use analytics to inform HR strategy.

Topics:

• Introduction to HR metrics and dashboards

• Measuring HR’s impact on business outcomes

Activities:

• Workshop on HR data analysis

• Case study on data-driven HR decision

Module 8: Change Management in Strategic HRM

Objective: Manage change through strategic HR practices.

Topics:

• HR’s role in driving change

• Overcoming resistance to change

Activities:

• Drafting a change management plan

• Scenario-based role plays

Module 9: Legal and Ethical Considerations in SHRM

Objective: Ensure HR compliance and ethical integrity.

Topics

• Employment laws and HR risk management

• Ethical HR decision- making

Activities:

• Legal compliance case analysis

• Group discussion on ethical dilemmas

Module 10: Global HRM and Cross-Cultural Management

Objective: Manage HR in global and multicultural settings..

Topics:

• Cross-border HR challenges

• Adapting HR policies to diverse culture

Activities:

• Global HR case study 

• Group exercise: Designing international HR policies

FACULTY 

      Prof Swarnalatha Jagarlapudi brings over 36 years of rich experience across public and private sectors. She holds an MPhil in Industrial Psychology from TISS, Mumbai and multiple advanced degrees, including Applied Psychology, Criminal Law, Forensic Science, HR, International Business, and Economics. Renowned for her strategic insight and entrepreneurial expertise, she has led and delivered leadership development and HR transformation programmes for key industries such as banking, IT, manufacturing, and public administration. Her professional credentials span NLP, stress management, internal auditing, and more—making her a highly respected practitioner and academic in the HR domain.

METHODOLOGY

PARTICIPANT PROFILE

This programme is ideal for senior and middle-level executives responsible for Human Resource functions, especially those involved in strategic HR planning and implementation. It is also beneficial for professionals from other functional domains who wish to gain a strategic perspective on HRM and entrepreneurs seeking to build high-performing, people-centric organization

Organisational sponsorship is essential

KEY INFORMATION