Summary
This course aim is to develop your knowledge and understanding of human resource management and AI, in theory and practice within a business development and delivery of sustainability strategy.
At the end of the programme participants will:
- Articulate the business case for HRM and Gen AI and explain the relevance of AI in this area as well as the opportunities for businessÂ
- Demonstrate an understanding of what is driving the AI in HRM agenda, including policy/regulation and pressure from stakeholders such as investors, customers, and employeesÂ
- Explain key AI in HRM approaches, technologies and insights and what they mean for businessÂ
- Demonstrate an understanding of key tools and concepts for managing HRM and AI issues within a business, from attraction, recruitment, development and performance management of a person through the life cycle within an organisationÂ
- Develop an appreciation for how to create a robust AI for HRM strategy, following a structured process that includes doing an assessment to identify the most important AI issues for a business Â
- Demonstrate an understanding of key AI approaches, models and tools which can assist with each stage of the life cycle
- Develop an appreciation for how to create a practical action plan to operationalise key elements of a corporate AI for HRM strategyÂ
- Understand how to communicate and engage different stakeholders with a strong and authentic AI for HRM messageÂ
Subject Assessment
- Participants will complete
- A learning journal, for each day of the course, to apply their learning and document their thinking as it evolves over the course
- An assessment, following 1-3 of the course, to demonstrate learnings from each day
- A written paper, at the end of the course, outlining learnings from the course that they will apply to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of HR in their company
- To be eligible to receive the accreditation award from TU Dublin, 100% course attendance is required
This programme is for:
Anyone in a business that has been tasked with developing or delivering on HRM (in whole or in part), and is aimed at developing their HRM knowledge, management and skills, and how to communicate effectively internally and externally on the value of using AI as a core part of your HRM strategy.
Approach
There are a number of activities and case studies used throughout the programme which ensures that all of the learning is applied in a real way. The programme leader encourages group discussion and involvement throughout each session, ensuring opportunities for questions and real issues are discussed at all times. Best practice examples in all areas of HRM will be highlighted and discussed throughout the programme, giving participants plenty of opportunities to build on the elements of these that could be applied in their own organisations.
Programme Schedule
Module 1: HRM in today’s world of AI
HRM in Today’s World of AI
- HRM and business outcomes
- Evolution of HRM practices and the role of HRM in organisational success
- The context for HRM in the future
- What is the New digital AI Workplace?
Understanding AI in HRD
- Define AI and its application within HRD contexts
- Different types of AI
- Identify key AI technologies relevant to HRD
- What is generative AI?
- Practical demonstrations of AI in HR and what it can do
- Who’s using Generative AI now in Ireland?
Leadership and Digital vision
- What does an AI vision look like and what is a best practice digital vision
- Leading others towards a shared digital AI vision and skills to get you there
AI and the Legal Framework
- AI in the Workplace
- The AI act and Platform Work Directive
- High risk areas
- Employers obligations and getting it right
- GDPR and Employment Equality Acts
Module 2:Â HR Transformation with Gen AI
HR Transformation with Gen AI
- Evaluating existing HR operating model against business goals
- Is AI approach aligned to HR strategy?
- HR transformation with GenAI at all stages – Anticipation, Attraction, Develop, Engage
- AI Natives and what they expect at all stages
- What do other generation of workers expect?
- What should an AI policy include?
Recruitment and Onboarding
- The psychological contract in today's world – generational perspective
- AI enabled Recruitment and attraction strategies and approaches
- Onboarding
- Job design and person specification, selection using AI
- Data Driven HR Practices for attraction and recruitment
- HR Metrics for improved efficiency at these stages of the life cycle
Strategy
- Devising your AI policy
- Key elements to include
Module 3: Talent development & succession planning with AI
Career development , LNA, Culture and Communications
- Career development and succession planning using AI to help
- Developing talent pipelines and identifying high-potential employees
- Learning and development strategies – how AI can help
- Using AI to help with your Learning needs analysis
- Designing programmes for your people using AI
- Culture – is our culture ready for AI? What do we need to put in place now and into the future
- Communications
- HR metrics for improved efficiency when developing talent and succession planning
Strategy
- AI, Gen AI Policy – progressing your action plan further
- Group work on AI, Gen AI Policy and planned strategy
- Peer coaching on where you are and where you want to be
Module 4: High performance cultures – key components
- Getting the best from your people using AI, Gen AI to make a real impact
- Data analytics to inform HRM decisions in this area
- AI success metricsÂ
- Emerging trends and technologies including AI shaping the future of HRM
- Preparing for HRM challenges and opportunities in the digital age
- Developing a future-ready HRM strategy
- 13 actions to win with AI – a practical toolkit
- Your AI policy
- Strategy to action to senior managementÂ
Accredited Partner
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Programme Facilitators
Kieran Gilmurray
An experienced trainer with a strong academic background, holding an MBA, an MSc in Computer Science and Applications, a Postgraduate Diploma, and a degree in Management Science. With expertise in artificial intelligence and its applications, Kieran specialises in teaching AI, AI for HR, Generative AI, and AI tools and metrics. Passionate about bridging the gap between technology and business, he delivers insightful and practical training sessions, equipping professionals with the knowledge and skills to leverage AI effectively in their domains..Â
Laura Lawless
Laura is a skilled HR professional with over 20 years of international experience. She brings a strong background in management, facilitation, and influencing, working effectively across all levels of leadership.
Passionate about equipping individuals and teams with practical HR knowledge, Laura focusses on enhancing workplace relationships, improving efficiencies, and guiding professionals through the evolving HR landscape. Her expertise spans Human Resource Management (HRM), Performance Management, and People Leadership Development.
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