Employee Relations and Labour Law
Sound employee relations and legal compliance protect both staff and the organisation. This course covers the employment relationship, common workplace disputes, and the legal framework managers must work within.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Understanding key employment rights and employer obligations
- 02Handling grievances fairly, promptly and consistently
- 03Managing disciplinary matters within the bounds of the law
- 04Preventing and resolving disputes before they escalate
- 05Maintaining constructive relations with staff and trade unions
- 06Conducting fair investigations and following due process
- 07Keeping records that stand up to legal and tribunal scrutiny
What you will gain
- Understand key employment rights and obligations
- Handle grievances fairly and consistently
- Manage disciplinary matters within the law
- Prevent and resolve workplace disputes
- Maintain constructive relations with staff and unions
- Keep records that stand up to scrutiny
Who should attend
- HR officers and managers
- Employee relations specialists
- Line managers who handle disputes
- Union representatives
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 to 30 Oct 2026 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 9 to 13 Nov 2026 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 23 to 27 Nov 2026 | Dubai | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 11 to 15 Jan 2027 | Pretoria | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 15 to 19 Feb 2027 | Durban | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 3 to 7 May 2027 | Cape Town | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 5 to 9 Jul 2027 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R18,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Field
- Human Resources & Training
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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