This course introduces the foundational concepts and practices that support effective total rewards and employee development for a global workforce. You will examine the key components of employee compensation and how legal requirements influence pay practices to promote fairness, consistency, and compliance across the organization.

Total Rewards and Employee Development

Total Rewards and Employee Development
This course is part of HRCI Associate Professional in Human Resources-International Professional Certificate

Instructor: Michelle Alvarado
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Beginner level
Recommended experience
2 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
What you'll learn
Describe compensation components and legal requirements that influence employee pay practices
Explain common employee benefit programs, eligibility rules, and workplace flexibility options
Identify performance management stages, including goal setting, feedback, and documentation
Describe development, data privacy, and confidentiality practices related to employee growth and retention
Skills you'll gain
- Performance Management
- Training and Development
- Program Evaluation
- Training Programs
- Employee Training
- Instructional Design
- Performance Appraisal
- Compensation and Benefits
- Compensation Management
- Change Management
- Benefits Administration
- Performance Review
- People Development
- Workforce Development
- Employee Performance Management
- Employee Retention
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April 2026
Assessments
26 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the HRCI Associate Professional in Human Resources-International Professional Certificate
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