HR Business Partnering Masterclass

The Strategic HR Business Partner course equips HR professionals to think, act, and deliver like true business leaders. You’ll learn how to align people strategies with business goals, influence executives, and make data-driven decisions that shape organizational success.

Learning Outcomes

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

• Apply strategic thinking to HR functions and decisions

• Partner effectively with senior leaders to drive business results

• Translate business strategy into actionable HR initiatives

• Use HR analytics to inform and influence leadership decisions

• Lead organizational change and transformation initiatives

• Build influence and executive presence as a trusted advisor

Course Modules

Module 1: Rethinking the HRBP Role

• Evolution from traditional HR to strategic partnership

• Key competencies of effective HR Business Partners

• Building credibility and trust with business leaders

Module 2: Understanding the Business

• Business acumen and strategic thinking for HR professionals

• Financial literacy essentials: understanding balance sheets, P&L, and ROI

• Linking HR metrics to business performance

Module 3: Strategic Workforce Planning

• From headcount to capability: workforce planning that supports strategy

• Talent segmentation and critical role identification

• Building a future-ready workforce

Module 4: Data-Driven HR & Analytics

• Introduction to HR analytics and storytelling with data

• Designing people dashboards that inform executive decisions

• Using metrics to demonstrate HR’s impact

Module 5: Driving Change and Transformation

• Change management principles and frameworks

• Leading organizational culture shifts

• Managing resistance and sustaining transformation

Module 6: Executive Influence & Stakeholder Management

• Influencing without authority

• Managing upward and across the business

• Presenting insights and recommendations with impact

Program Features

• 2 days of intensive sessions (Online and Onsite. Onsite location is at Yaba, Lagos)

• Live case studies & group discussions

• Faculty of seasoned HR strategists

• Instantly verifiable certificate upon completion

• Dedicated learning portal with access to course recordings + Templates

Target Audience

• Mid- to senior-level HR professionals

• HR Officers, Generalists, and HRBPs aspiring to become strategic partners

• Business leaders seeking to strengthen HR-business collaboration

Additional Benefits:

• Access to learning community

• Career guidance and mentorship

• Priority Job Access