HR Policy Writing and Employee Handbooks
A policy nobody can find or understand is worse than no policy, because it creates an obligation without producing behaviour. This course covers writing policies staff use and that hold up when tested.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Policies that create obligation without changing behaviour
- 02Deciding what genuinely needs a policy
- 03Writing so staff can apply it to a real situation
- 04Handbook structure and making answers findable
- 05Contractual terms versus policy, and why the difference matters
- 06Consultation, approval, version control and communication
- 07Review cycles and retiring policies that no longer apply
What you will gain
- Decide which matters need a policy at all
- Write in language staff can apply to real situations
- Structure a handbook so answers can be found
- Distinguish contractual terms from policy
- Consult, approve and communicate a new policy
- Review and retire policies that no longer apply
Who should attend
- Human resources practitioners
- Employee relations specialists
- Managers drafting local procedures
- Compliance staff reviewing people policies
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 10 Nov 2026 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 30 Nov to 1 Dec 2026 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 11 to 12 Jan 2027 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 8 to 9 Feb 2027 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 26 to 27 Apr 2027 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 28 to 29 Jun 2027 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 |
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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- R10,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Field
- Human Resources & Training
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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