International University of Management Certificate in Human Resources Management

What is Certificate in Human Resources Management?

Human resource management is the strategic approach to the effective and efficient management of people in a company or organization such that they help their business gain a competitive advantage. It is designed to maximize employee performance in service of an employer’s strategic objectives.

Entry Requirement

The entry requirements to this certificate in Human Resource shall be a Namibian Senior Secondary Certificate (Ordinary or Higher or combination of both) or equivalent qualification(s), provided that the candidate has passed five subjects (including English at D) normally in not more than three examination settings with a minimum of 20-24 points on the IUM’s evaluation scale.

Students may enter through a Mature age entry, provided that they:

• Are 25 years old or over in the year in which is sought
• Have at least 2 years’ working experience
• Have at least a pass at grade 10
• Provide a suitable reference from a recognised public official

Meeting of these requirements will not automatically guarantee an acceptance into the programme. This can only be achieved after successful interview and/or aptitude placement tests. As determined by the IUM senate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do you mean human resource management?

Human resource management (HRM) is the practice of recruiting, hiring, deploying and managing an organization’s employees. HRM is often referred to simply as human resources (HR).

What is the role of human resources management?

The Human Resource Manager will lead and direct the routine functions of the Human Resources (HR) department including hiring and interviewing staff, administering pay, benefits, and leave, and enforcing company policies and practices.

Is it hard to get a job in human resources?

Entry-level HR jobs can be challenging to find, but many companies hire new graduates to learn more about HR through hands-on work.

Can I study human resource management without matric?

Yes you can! You do not have to have a matric certificate to study a course in Human Resources.

Is HRM a hard course?

Advice to people who are thinking of studying this course: It takes a lot of patience to study HRM. It’s pure hard work, you need the right amount of passion and skills to succeed.

How many points are required for HR?

To be considered for this qualification, applicants must have an Admission Point Score (APS) of at least 24. A score of 21 is required for the National Diploma (Extended Curriculum). Assessment procedures: Applicants with a final APS of 24 and more will be admitted to the programme.

Can I study HR with Higher Certificate?

The Higher Certificate in Human Resource Management programme provides an ideal platform for school leavers to develop basic human resource administration knowledge, skills and competencies. This programme has a real-world and market focus and can be immediately applied in the workplace.

Are HR jobs in demand?

Employment of human resources managers is projected to grow 9 percent from 2020 to 2030, about as fast as the average for all occupations. About 14,800 openings for human resources managers are projected each year, on average, over the decade.

Which degree is best for HR?

An HR degree or business degree with an HR concentration is generally expected for any level of human resources employment. An associate degree is the minimum requirement for most entry-level positions, while a bachelor’s or master’s human resource management degree is preferred for upper-level spots.

Are HR jobs stressful?

A whopping 90% of human resources professionals say their stress has increased in the last year–47% of whom say their stress levels have increased “dramatically,” according to Human Resource Executive’s annual survey of HR professionals.

Is a Bachelor’s in human resources worth it?

Human resource management particularly offers a high ROI because managers in HR-related fields earn an average salary of $111,180 each year. Earning a bachelor’s degree in human resources will place you on the track to planning, directing, and coordinating HR activities to potentially make upwards of $177,460 annually!

How do I get a job in HR without a degree?

One way to get experience is to work in an administrative role at an organization for several years and then transition into HR. For instance, some begin their HR journey in a payroll processing position.

What do HR managers do?

Human resources managers plan, coordinate, and direct the administrative functions of an organization. They oversee the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring of new staff; consult with top executives on strategic planning; and serve as a link between an organization’s management and its employees.

How can I get into HR without MBA?

You don’t need an MBA to become HR, with any degree you can get a job in the HR field, whether it is B.Tech, B.Sc or B.Com, or any other degree. If you want, you can do your MBA through distance mode while working as an HR. MBA is not a mandatory qualification to work as an HR.

Can we do HR without maths?

Yes you can become Human Resource Manager without a maths in plus 2 but then before MBA for admission to BSchools, you will have to appear for various entrancsles where you will have maths as one of the sections.