Class of 2026 - B1

Professional Diploma in Human Resources

The Professional Diploma in Human Resources aims to equip trainees with essential knowledge and skills in human resource management, workforce planning, performance and compensation management, as well as an understanding of the Saudi Labor Law and its applications in the workplace.

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Credit hours to graduate

60

Overview

The Professional Diploma in Human Resources aims to equip trainees with the essential knowledge and skills required to manage human capital within organizations. The program covers the principles of human resource management, workforce planning, career guidance, employee affairs, compensation and incentive systems, and performance measurement and evaluation. It also introduces the provisions of the Saudi Labor Law and their applications in the workplace. The program further develops trainees’ abilities to manage human resource-related administrative processes in accordance with modern professional methods and practices.

Graduation class
2026 - B1
Credit hours to graduate
60
Semesters
2
Courses
10

Objectives, outcomes and skills

Objectives

By the end of the program, trainees will be able to:

  • Identify the fundamental concepts and principles of human resource management and its role within organizations.

  • Understand human resource planning methods and determine an organization’s workforce needs.

  • Develop skills in career guidance and counseling for employees and support their career development.

  • Understand the principles of business administration and their relationship to human resource management.

  • Identify the provisions of the Saudi Labor Law and its basic applications in the workplace.

  • Understand the principles of designing compensation and incentive systems that support employee performance.

  • Apply methods for measuring and evaluating employee performance based on clear standards.

  • Acquire essential skills for managing employee affairs and related administrative processes.

  • Enhance the ability to address human resource issues and make appropriate administrative decisions.

  • Develop the professional competencies required for careers and roles in human resources.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the program, graduates will be able to:

  • Explain the fundamental concepts of human resource management and its role in enhancing organizational efficiency.

  • Apply practical tools and models, including human resource planning, performance management, and compensation and incentive systems.

  • Analyze human resource data using analytical techniques to support decision-making.

  • Apply the provisions of the Saudi Labor Law in the workplace.

  • Manage employee affairs and support human resource operational activities.

Skills gained

  • Analytical skills.

  • Understanding of human resource management concepts.

  • Communication and teamwork skills.

Course contents

Taught in First Semester

This course provides an intensive foundation in English for beginners in the workplace. It covers essential grammar, including verb tenses, question and negative forms, as well as key vocabulary related to the workplace and office environment. The course also develops basic reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, preparing trainees for further language development at Level Two.

Taught in Second Semester

This course builds on the skills acquired in Level 1 to further develop trainees’ English language proficiency. It covers advanced tenses, including the Present Perfect and Present Perfect Continuous, modal verbs, the passive voice, conditional sentences, reported speech, and relative clauses. It also develops advanced vocabulary, reading, and writing skills.

Taught in First Semester

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of human resource management and its historical development, with a focus on its key functions and role in achieving organizational strategic objectives. It explores the relationship between human resources and the organizational environment, change management, and emerging trends in the field, including digital transformation and human capital development. The course also addresses professional challenges and ethical considerations, supported by practical case studies that highlight the future of human resource management locally and globally.

Taught in First Semester

This course introduces students to the concept of career guidance and its importance in career development, with a focus on career interests, communication skills, teamwork, and self-development. It also covers strategies for creativity and innovation, building a motivating work environment, factors contributing to successful training, talent identification, employee morale, and stress management. The course includes practical exercises in designing career guidance and counseling programs.

Taught in First Semester

This course provides students with foundational knowledge of human resource planning by exploring its concept, importance, and key stages, as well as analyzing the internal and external environment and human resource forecasting tools. It covers balancing workforce supply and demand, strategies for addressing workforce shortages and surpluses, and succession planning. The course also examines the role of technology, the impact of human resource planning on organizational performance, and the challenges associated with its implementation.

Taught in First Semester

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of management and business by exploring key management concepts and functions. It begins with an introduction to business administration and the internal and external business environment, followed by planning, its importance, strategies, and tools. The course also covers organizational structures and job design, leadership and its approaches, and an introduction to human resource management, marketing, and operations. It concludes with an overview of modern trends in business administration.

Taught in Second Semester

This course introduces students to the Saudi Labor Law and its general provisions. It covers training and qualification, employment relationships and contracts, and contract termination. It also addresses working conditions, including working hours, leaves, and wages, as well as provisions related to the employment of women and the role of labor inspection in enforcing the law. The course concludes with an overview of the future of the Saudi Labor Law and the challenges it may face.

Taught in Second Semester

This course introduces students to the fundamental concepts of compensation and incentives and their importance in motivating employees and achieving organizational goals. It focuses on the objectives of compensation systems, criteria for designing salary structures, and factors influencing compensation decisions. The course also covers motivation and incentive theories, as well as financial and non-financial incentives. It examines the relationship between compensation and performance and the design of effective reward systems, while highlighting relevant laws and regulations and the importance of fairness and equity in compensation systems.

Taught in Second Semester

This course focuses on the concepts and methods used to measure and evaluate employee performance within organizations. It covers quantitative and qualitative measurement tools, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), the Balanced Scorecard, and modern evaluation approaches such as performance management, 360-degree feedback, and performance appraisal interviews. The course also examines the relationship between individual and organizational performance, the impact of incentives and job satisfaction on performance, and common challenges, while reviewing best practices and local and international exp

Taught in Second Semester

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills required to manage employee affairs within organizations. It covers recruitment, selection, and hiring processes; management of employee files and records; and procedures related to leaves, absences, and disciplinary actions. The course also addresses internal communication, employee services, and termination procedures, with a focus on compliance with the Saudi Labor Law and best practices in employee affairs management.

Entry requirements

  • High school graduates.

  • Intermediate college graduates.

  • University graduates.

The semester plan

First Semester

Upcoming

30 credit hours

  • Intensive English 1 6 credit hours
  • Introduction to Human Resource Management 6 credit hours
  • Career Guidance 6 credit hours
  • Human Resource Planning 6 credit hours
  • Introduction to Business Administration 6 credit hours

Second Semester

Upcoming

30 credit hours

  • Intensive English 2 6 credit hours
  • Saudi Labor Law 6 credit hours
  • Design and Development of Compensation and Incentive Systems 6 credit hours
  • Employee Performance Measurement and Evaluation 6 credit hours
  • Employee Affairs Management 6 credit hours

Payment options

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Paid once when you register, and never refunded. It is not part of the diploma price.

115.00

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