Human Resource Auditing Training Course |Smart

Overview

Why Attend

The Human Resource Auditing Training Course provides a comprehensive understanding of HR audit principles, processes, standards, and best practices. This professional programme focuses on evaluating HR policies, procedures, workforce practices, compliance requirements, employee records, performance systems, and organisational HR effectiveness. Participants will learn how to identify gaps, assess risks, and develop practical recommendations that strengthen human resource management.

Offered as part of the Human Resource Training Courses, this Management course develops the skills required to plan and conduct effective HR audits. Participants will explore audit methodologies, HR metrics, compliance reviews, documentation, reporting, corrective actions, and continuous improvement strategies to support stronger HR governance and organisational performance.

Course Objectives

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

Understand the principles, purpose, and scope of human resource auditing.
Develop effective HR audit plans, checklists, and audit frameworks.
Evaluate HR policies, procedures, systems, and documentation.
Assess compliance with employment laws, regulations, and organisational policies.
Identify HR risks, weaknesses, gaps, and areas for improvement.
Analyse HR metrics and workforce data to support audit findings.
Improve employee records, recruitment, performance, training, and compensation processes.
Develop clear and professional HR audit reports.
Recommend corrective and preventive actions based on audit results.
Support continuous improvement and stronger HR governance.

Target Audience

HR Managers and HR Directors
Human Resource Professionals and Specialists
HR Auditors and Compliance Officers
Personnel and Administration Managers
Talent Management Professionals
Learning and Development Managers
Employee Relations Professionals
Payroll and Compensation Professionals
Management and Business Unit Leaders
Professionals responsible for HR compliance and organisational governance

Course Outline

Module 1: Fundamentals of Human Resource Auditing

Definition and purpose of HR auditing
Scope and objectives of HR audits
Types of HR audits
Benefits and challenges of HR auditing
The role of HR auditing in organisational governance

Module 2: HR Audit Planning and Methodology

Developing an HR audit strategy
Establishing audit objectives and scope
Audit planning and scheduling
Selecting audit criteria and standards
Preparing HR audit checklists
Evidence collection and documentation

Module 3: Auditing HR Policies and Procedures

Reviewing HR policies and manuals
Recruitment and selection procedures
Employee onboarding and orientation
Attendance and leave management
Employee relations procedures
Separation and termination processes

Module 4: HR Compliance and Risk Auditing

Employment law and regulatory compliance
Identifying HR compliance risks
Employee documentation requirements
Confidentiality and data protection
Workplace policies and ethical standards
Managing HR audit risks

Module 5: Auditing Recruitment and Talent Management

Recruitment process evaluation
Job descriptions and competency requirements
Selection and interviewing practices
Workforce planning
Talent management and succession planning
Diversity and equal opportunity considerations

Module 6: Auditing Performance and Employee Development

Performance management systems
Performance appraisal processes
Training and development audits
Competency assessment
Career development practices
Measuring employee development effectiveness

Module 7: Compensation, Benefits and Payroll Auditing

Salary and compensation structures
Payroll process reviews
Benefits administration
Incentive and reward systems
Payroll accuracy and controls
Identifying compensation-related risks

Module 8: HR Metrics, Data Analysis and Audit Evidence

Key HR audit metrics
Workforce analytics
Employee turnover and retention analysis
Absence and productivity indicators
HR data accuracy and integrity
Using evidence to support audit conclusions

Module 9: Conducting the HR Audit

Interviewing HR stakeholders
Reviewing records and documentation
Gathering and validating audit evidence
Identifying non-conformities and control weaknesses
Evaluating audit findings
Maintaining professional audit standards

Module 10: HR Audit Reporting and Continuous Improvement

Structuring effective HR audit reports
Presenting findings to management
Prioritising recommendations
Corrective and preventive action plans
Monitoring implementation
Building a culture of continuous HR improvement

Schedule & Fees

2026 Schedule & Fees

11 - 15 Oct, 2026

English

Per participant USD 2,900

11 - 15 Oct, 2026

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

25 - 29 Oct, 2026

English

Per participant USD 2,900

25 - 29 Oct, 2026

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

2027 Schedule & Fees

10 - 14 Jan, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

10 - 14 Jan, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

24 - 28 Jan, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

24 - 28 Jan, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

11 - 15 Apr, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

11 - 15 Apr, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

25 - 29 Apr, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

25 - 29 Apr, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

11 - 15 Jul, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

11 - 15 Jul, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

25 - 29 Jul, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

25 - 29 Jul, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

10 - 14 Oct, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

10 - 14 Oct, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900

24 - 28 Oct, 2027

English

Per participant USD 2,900

24 - 28 Oct, 2027

Arabic

Per participant USD 2,900