Mandel Training Centre

Mandel Training Centre is pleased to offer the

Human Resources Academy

“Partnering with you towards competitive performance”

About the Programme

The HR Academy is designed to build strong, practical foundations for HR practitioners and administrators who want to deepen their understanding of Human Resources’ core functions and pillars. This six-month learning journey offers a hands-on, back-to-basics approach to Human Resources; blending knowledge, practice, and reflection to strengthen everyday HR delivery.

Participants will gain the tools, confidence, and professional insight to handle HR processes effectively, support line managers, and contribute meaningfully to building a productive, engaged workforce.

The Learning Experience Includes

  • Interactive lectures and Case Studies
  • HR simulations and practical exercises
  • Peer sharing and problem-solving sessions
  • A workplace HR improvement project

Who Should Attend

  • HR Officers, Administrators and HR Clerks
  • Talent and Learning & Development Practitioners
  • Line Managers with HR responsibilities
  • High-potential HR professionals preparing for leadership roles

Key Programme Pillars

The Academy is built on eight interconnected learning pillars, designed to develop well-rounded Brewery Leaders:

1Introduction to HR and the Employee Lifecycle
2Recruitment, Selection & Onboarding
3Training, Learning & Development
4Performance Management
5Employee Relations & Labour Law Basics
6Health, Safety & Employee Wellness
7HR Administration & HR Systems
8HR Professionalism & Personal Effectiveness

Programme Architecture

BlockKey Experiences
One
  • Support Or Implement Recruitment & Selection Practices
  • Payroll Administration
  • Leave Administration
Two
  • General HR Administration
  • Reward & Recognition – Variable Pay
  • Case Handling: Grievance and Disciplinary Cases
  • Reporting
  • Organisational Learning & Performance
Three
  • Pension Administration – Old Mutual
  • Pension Administration – NSSA
  • Terminations SOP
  • SAP – HCM Modules
Four
  • Company Houses Administration
  • Maintain Safe & Healthy Work Environment
  • Budgeting & Overheads Management
  • Job Evaluation
Five
  • Relations With Workers Committee
  • Relations With MLC
  • Relations With Trade Unions
  • NEC & Labour Officers
  • Works Council Meetings
  • Recreation & Staff Functions
Six
  • CAP
  • Psychological Safety in the Workplace
  • Work-nonwork Interface Management
  • Grooming & Business Etiquette
  • Personal Branding
  • Market Visit
  • Market Execution

Expected Outcomes

  • Align HR strategy with business priorities and deliver measurable impact.
  • Enhance employee experience and drive engagement across the organisation.
  • Apply analytics and technology to improve people decisions.
  • Lead ethically, inclusively, and with emotional intelligence.
  • Champion continuous improvement and innovation in HR practices.

Investment

USD 73 per delegate per day

Includes tuition, materials, lunch, and refreshments.

Fees are subject to change based on the economic environment.

Programme Duration

May – October (6 Blocks, 30 training days)

Modular block-release format with reflection periods between sessions.