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Brad Boyson, Michelle Alvarado, and Rachel Landers

This course introduces risk management and compliance strategy. You will examine risk assessment and learn how to have a risk management mindset. You will learn different types of compliance, including legal and safety compliance, and its role in operational policies. You will also explore the role Human Resources has in organizational restructuring.

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

● Explain the criticality of compliance for the ongoing operations and sustainability of an organization

● Explain, implement, and apply compliance for an organization

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This course introduces risk management and compliance strategy. You will examine risk assessment and learn how to have a risk management mindset. You will learn different types of compliance, including legal and safety compliance, and its role in operational policies. You will also explore the role Human Resources has in organizational restructuring.

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

● Explain the criticality of compliance for the ongoing operations and sustainability of an organization

● Explain, implement, and apply compliance for an organization

● Explain and identify key laws and procedural requirements necessary for compliance

● Explore HR’s role in organizational restructuring such as in mergers, acquisitions, and rightsizing

● Explain and identify key operational activities which require formal risk management policies and procedures

No prior experience in Human Resources is needed to be successful in this course.

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Syllabus

Introduction to Compliance and Risk Management
In this week, you will explain the mindset of positive and negative risk management. You will also learn the criticality of compliance and being compliant for the ongoing operations and sustainability of the organization; differentiating between legal, compliance, and operation policies and procedures.
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Hiring and Employee Relations Regulations
This week you will explain, implement, and apply legal compliance for an organization. You will also be able to explain, implement, and apply benefits and pay legal compliances. You will identify key laws and procedural requirements necessary for compliance.
Health and Safety Regulations
This week, you’re going to learn about health and safety regulations by exploring OSHA and other federal laws and regulations that are required in the workplace. You’ll also learn about workplace hazards and threats and how to appropriately handle them.
Compliance Strategy and Implementation
This week, you will learn about HR's role in organization restructuring. You will also explore how HR professionals are involved in business continuity, including divestitures and furloughs.
Compliance and Risk Management Training
This week, you will learn about implementing compliance and risk management training by identifying formal risk management policies used in business continuity planning. You will also learn to identify key operational activities that require formal risk management procedures.

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Strong reputation of Brad Boyson for their work in Human Resources
Taught by three instructors who are recognized experts in the field
Develops Human Resource skills, knowledge,, and tools that are core to working as an HR professional or professional in a related field
Examines organizational restructuring, which is highly relevant to HR
May be of interest to professionals in fields outside of HR, such as project managers and executives
Addresses key risk management policies and procedures which may be useful to those in various industries

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Compliance and Risk Management with these activities:
Review HR concepts
Refreshes your memory of HR concepts before the course begins, which can help reduce friction and improve retention during the course.
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  • Review your notes from previous HR courses or experiences
  • Reread key chapters from an HR textbook
  • Watch online videos or tutorials on HR basics
Review 'Human Resource Management' by Noe, Hollenbeck, Gerhart, and Wright
Provides a comprehensive overview of HR management concepts and practices, which can supplement and reinforce the course materials.
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  • Read the introduction and first chapter
  • Skim the table of contents and identify relevant chapters
  • Read selected chapters and take notes
Join a study group for the course
Provides an opportunity to discuss course material with peers, ask questions, and enhance understanding through collaboration.
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  • Reach out to classmates to form a study group
  • Establish regular meeting times and locations
  • Review course material together, discuss assignments, and practice concepts
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Develop a compliance training plan for a specific industry
Allows you to apply the principles of compliance and risk management to a practical scenario, deepening your understanding and enhancing your ability to implement these concepts in real-world settings.
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  • Research industry-specific compliance regulations
  • Identify target audience and training objectives
  • Develop training content and materials
  • Create an implementation and evaluation plan
Volunteer at a non-profit organization that focuses on HR or compliance
Provides hands-on experience in HR or compliance-related activities, allowing you to apply your knowledge in a practical setting and gain valuable insights from professionals in the field.
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  • Research local non-profit organizations
  • Contact the organization and inquire about volunteer opportunities
  • Attend orientation and training
  • Participate in HR or compliance-related activities
Create a blog post or article on a specific topic related to compliance or risk management
Encourages you to synthesize your knowledge and demonstrate your understanding of compliance or risk management principles by creating original content that can benefit others.
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  • Choose a topic of interest and research it thoroughly
  • Develop an outline and write a draft
  • Revise and edit your content
  • Publish your blog post or article

Career center

Learners who complete Compliance and Risk Management will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:
Compliance Officer
Compliance Officers oversee an organization's compliance program and ensure that the organization is operating in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of compliance and risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on compliance with legal and safety regulations.
Compliance Analyst
Compliance Analysts analyze and interpret laws and regulations to ensure that organizations are in compliance. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of compliance and risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on compliance with legal and safety regulations.
Compliance Manager
Compliance Managers design, implement, and maintain compliance programs for organizations. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of compliance and risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on compliance with legal and safety regulations.
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Regulatory Affairs Specialists track and interpret changes in laws and regulations that affect their industry and help organizations develop and implement compliance programs. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of compliance and risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on compliance with legal and safety regulations.
Risk Manager
Risk Managers identify, assess, and mitigate risks that could impact an organization. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on identifying and mitigating operational risks.
Privacy Lawyer
Privacy Lawyers advise clients on data privacy laws and regulations and help them develop and implement data privacy compliance programs. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of compliance and risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on data privacy compliance.
Data Privacy Officer
Data Privacy Officers oversee an organization's data privacy program and ensure that the organization is in compliance with all applicable data privacy laws and regulations. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of compliance and risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on data privacy compliance.
Compliance Auditor
Compliance Auditors assess organizations' adherence to laws, regulations, and internal policies. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of compliance and risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on compliance with legal and safety regulations.
Business Continuity Planner
Business Continuity Planners develop and implement plans to ensure that an organization can continue to operate in the event of a disruption. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of compliance and risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on business continuity planning.
Information Security Analyst
Information Security Analysts protect an organization's information systems from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction.
Internal Auditor
Internal Auditors assess an organization's internal controls and make recommendations for improvements. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of compliance and risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on compliance with legal and safety regulations.
Human Resources Manager
Human Resources Managers oversee all aspects of human resources for an organization, including compliance with labor laws and regulations. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of compliance and risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on compliance with legal and safety regulations.
Safety Manager
Safety Managers develop and implement safety programs for organizations. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of health and safety regulations, as well as specific guidance on identifying and mitigating workplace hazards.
Legal Counsel
Legal Counsel provide legal advice to organizations on a variety of matters, including compliance with laws and regulations. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of compliance and risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on compliance with legal and safety regulations.
Operations Manager
Operations Managers oversee the day-to-day operations of an organization. This course can help learners develop the knowledge and skills needed to be successful in this role by providing an overview of compliance and risk management strategies, as well as specific guidance on identifying and mitigating operational risks.

Reading list

We've selected six books that we think will supplement your learning. Use these to develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a deeper understanding of the topics covered in Compliance and Risk Management.
Discusses the ethical dilemmas that HR professionals face and provides guidance on how to make ethical decisions. It valuable resource for HR professionals who want to stay up-to-date on the latest ethical issues.
Discusses the role of HR in creating value for organizations. It provides a framework for HR professionals to measure their impact on organizational performance.
Provides a framework for HR professionals to measure their impact on organizational performance. It valuable resource for HR professionals who want to demonstrate their value to their organizations.
Provides a comprehensive guide to HR technology. It covers a wide range of topics, including how to select, implement, and use HR technology. This book valuable resource for HR professionals who want to learn more about HR technology.
Provides a comprehensive guide to HR outsourcing. It covers a wide range of topics, including how to evaluate, select, and manage HR outsourcing providers. This book valuable resource for HR professionals who are considering outsourcing HR functions.
Provides a glossary of HR terms and concepts. It valuable resource for HR professionals who want to learn more about HR.

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