Policy, Procedure, and Human Resources

Understand the role that Human Resources plays in developing policies and procedures

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(intro music) Welcome to Policy, Procedure and Human Resources. In these lessons, you'll discover the reasons why policies and procedures are necessary in human resources, how both of them are interrelated and the role that human resources plays in developing policy and procedure. You'll also learn how policy and procedure interrelate and can mutually reinforce each other. By the end of these lessons, you'll have a diverse overview of how to develop company policies and procedures necessary within an organization. Let's get started. HR can be viewed as the heart of an organization. The organ that brings together the brain and functions of the human capital to enable the success of the organization. Without a strong HR department, effective communication and the following of policies and procedures can be limited. This can place the organization at a disadvantage of not having consistent guidance and execution of what keeps it moving in a positive direction. As a human resources professional, you have a responsibility to the organization, yourself and the staff you support and serve. HR professionals also ensure employees are mentally, physically and emotionally nurtured and protected in their careers. In an organization, there are various departments that make up the total organization. When it comes to human resources or HR, this department has the potential to make or break an organization depending on the policies and procedures. Policies and procedures help the company consistently reach and achieve its mission and vision. Staff members are encouraged to follow and respect all policies and procedures within the company. Years ago, many companies were considering contracting or outsourcing HR departments. And while some companies did execute this transition there were many that realized a human resources department plays a strong role in the governance of an organization. Having an external partner to govern the internal functions can create many hassles and issues that prevent the organization from operating to its fullest potential. Human resources has the ability to establish and implement policies and procedures that will help support the organization's mission. It's easy to get lost in daily activities in an organization and not think about the company's mission and vision. However, this could also stand as a reason why the human resources department is such a valuable asset. Policies and procedures outline the organization's practices and processes concerning business operations including day-to -day operational matters, decision making and employment legislation. According to the Oxford dictionary, policy is a course or principle of action adopted or proposed by a government, party, business, or individual. In other words, a policy is the guidelines or standards to be put in place. A procedure, according to the Oxford dictionary, is an established or official way of doing something. In other words, a procedure is the specific actions it is going to take to remain within the ramifications of the policy. For example, an organization decides it needs a diversity and inclusion policy developed to grow its workforce. The policy would be diversity and inclusion and the procedure would be the specific actions or steps needed to ensure a diversity and inclusion policy is crafted and followed.

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Course Description

As a Human Resource professional, you have a responsibility to the organization, yourself, and the staff you support and serve. Human Resource professionals ensure that employees and leadership can perform the necessary functions to keep the organization in good standing. They are also entrusted to protect employees’ best interests, shape the culture of an organization, and to help an organization transition from one way of doing business to another. When an organization fails to put policies and procedures in place, it could leave both the organization and its employees unprotected or vulnerable to inconsistent business standards, misinterpreted employment practices, and breakdowns in communication.

In this Policy, Procedure, and Human Resources course, you’ll discover the reasons why policies and procedures are necessary in business, how they impact employee morale, and the role that Human Resources plays in developing them. You’ll also learn how policy and procedure interrelate and can mutually reinforce each other. After viewing this course, you’ll know how to develop company policies and procedures within an organization to consistently reach and achieve its mission and vision.

What You'll Learn

Distinguish between a policy and a procedure
Identify the objectives of policies and procedures
Determine when policies or procedures are needed in business
Explain how policy and procedure interrelate and reinforce each other
Understand the role Human Resources plays in developing policies and procedures
Develop company policies and procedures that help an organization reach its mission and vision

Key Takeaways

Policies and procedures are necessary in business and impact employee morale.
Human Resources plays a role in developing an organization's policies and procedures.
Policy and procedure interrelate and can mutually reinforce each other.
Without policies and procedures in place, an organization and its employees can be left vulnerable to inconsistent business standards, misinterpreted employment practices, and breakdowns in communication.
Human Resource professionals are entrusted to protect employees' best interests, shape an organization's culture, and help it transition from one way of doing business to another.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is this course for?

It is designed for Human Resource professionals, who have a responsibility to the organization, themselves, and the staff they support and serve.

What will I learn in this course?

You'll discover why policies and procedures are necessary in business, how they impact employee morale, the role Human Resources plays in developing them, and how policy and procedure interrelate and can mutually reinforce each other.

What is the difference between a policy and a procedure covered in the course?

The course teaches you to know the difference between a policy and a procedure, including a lesson on Distinguishing Policy and Procedure.

What topics or lessons does the course include?

Lessons include Distinguishing Policy and Procedure, Establishing Objectives, Are Policies or Procedures Needed?, Policy and Procedure Relations and Limitations, The Role of Human Resources, and a Test Your Knowledge assessment.

What will I be able to do after completing the course?

After viewing the course, you'll know how to develop company policies and procedures within an organization so it can consistently reach and achieve its mission and vision.