Operational Auditing and Human Resource Functions

In this course on Operational Auditing and Human Resource Functions, you will explore HR compliance audits and their importance in managing risks and ensuring legal adherence. You will also learn about talent management audits and how to assess talent management strategies and practices for talent acquisition, development, and retention. You’ll also explore commonly overlooked areas in workforce planning.

HR compliance audits are a meticulous check-up for the HR department, ensuring that your company adheres to legal requirements and manages risks. With labor laws constantly evolving, staying updated with compliance regulations is vital to avoid costly penalties and lawsuits. HR compliance audits ensure that your organization follows all the guidelines and stays on the correct path. And talent management audits are a check-up for how you attract, select, and onboard new hires, as well as how you develop and retain existing staff. If your personnel management plans are routinely reviewed and updated, your company will be better prepared to prosper in a constantly changing business environment. It’s important to consider often overlooked areas in workforce planning, including shrinkage, forecast accuracy, back-office activities, diversity and inclusion audits, work-life balance and well-being, and employee training and development.

Learning Objectives

• Explain the process of completing HR compliance audits
• Recognize how HR compliance audits help manage risks and ensure legal adherence
• Assess talent management strategies and practices for acquisition, development, and retention
• Identify commonly overlooked areas in workforce planning