HR Audit Strategy

Details

An HR Audit is a comprehensive evaluation of human resources policies, systems, and practices to ensure compliance with regulations, reduce risks, and identify opportunities for improvement. This program introduces participants to HR audit concepts, frameworks, and strategies, and provides practical tools to conduct effective HR audits and develop actionable recommendations.

Target Group

Target Group

• HR managers and officers
• Internal auditors specializing in HR
• Compliance and risk management professionals
• Business managers involved in HR oversight
• Consultants and professionals responsible for HR policy development
  

Goals

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the purpose, scope, and significance of HR audits.
• Identify compliance requirements, policies, and standards relevant to HR practices.
• Develop an HR audit strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Apply tools and techniques for auditing HR functions (e.g., recruitment, performance, compensation, benefits).
• Evaluate risks and identify gaps in HR systems and policies.
• Formulate recommendations for HR process improvement and compliance enhancement.
  

Target Competencies

Target Competencies

• HR audit planning and execution
• Risk assessment and compliance management
• Analytical and reporting skills
• Strategic HR management
• Continuous improvement in HR systems
  

Outlines

Foundations of HR Audit

• Definition and purpose of HR audit
• Types of HR audits (compliance, best practices, strategic, function-specific)
• Role of HR audits in organizational governance
• Key stakeholders and their expectations
• Common challenges in HR audits

HR Audit Frameworks & Methodologies

• HR audit models (checklist, benchmarking, ISO-based frameworks)
• Stages of HR audit (planning, execution, reporting, follow-up)
• Tools for data collection (surveys, interviews, document review)
• Using HR metrics and KPIs in audits
• Aligning audits with legal and ethical standards