AI Tools and 4.0 Industry Revolution for HRM #256011

Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be able to:

• Define the core concepts of AI, Machine Learning (ML), and Industry 4.0 and explain their impact on the world of work and the HR function.

• Evaluate a range of AI-powered HR tools (e.g., for recruitment, onboarding, performance management, engagement) for their strategic value and applicability.

• Apply a framework for the ethical and responsible use of AI in HR, addressing issues of bias, privacy, and transparency.

• Develop a strategy for integrating AI tools to automate administrative tasks, enhance human capabilities, and improve the employee experience.

• Interpret people analytics insights generated by AI to solve business problems and inform decision-making.

• Create a change management plan to successfully implement an AI HR tool within an organization.

This course is essential for HR professionals and leaders who need to understand and implement next-generation people technologies:

• HR Directors, Managers, and Business Partners

• Talent Acquisition Specialists and Recruiters

• Learning and Development Professionals

• HRIS Analysts and Specialists

• Chief Human Resources Officers (CHROs) and VPs of HR

• Talent Management and Organizational Development Consultants

• Any HR professional seeking to future-proof their skills and lead digital transformation initiatives.

• Pre-assessment
• Live group instruction
• Use of real-world examples, case studies and exercises
• Interactive participation and discussion
• Power point presentation, LCD and flip chart
• Group activities and tests
• Each participant receives a binder containing a copy of the presentation
• slides and handouts
• Post-assessment

Day 1: Foundations of Industry 4.0 and AI in HR

• Morning Session: Welcome to the 4th Industrial Revolution

  • Understanding Industry 4.0: Key Technologies (IoT, Robotics, AI, Blockchain) and Their Convergence.

  • The Impact on the Workforce: Automation, Augmentation, and New Skills.

  • The Evolving Role of HR: From Process Manager to Strategic Tech Integrator.

• Afternoon Session: Demystifying AI for the HR Professional

  • AI, Machine Learning, and Natural Language Processing Explained (Without the Complex Code).

  • How AI is Transforming Core HR Functions: A Landscape Overview.

  • Workshop: “AI in Your Workplace” – Identifying current and potential AI touchpoints in the employee lifecycle.

Day 2: AI-Powered Talent Acquisition and Onboarding

• Morning Session: Revolutionizing Recruitment

  • AI Sourcing Tools: Finding Passive Candidates and Reducing Sourcing Time.

  • Intelligent Screening: Resume Parsing, Chatbot Screeners, and Skill Assessments.

  • Mitigating Bias in AI-Driven Hiring Tools.

• Afternoon Session: Enhancing the Onboarding Experience

  • AI Chatbots for 24/7 New Hire Q&A and Support.

  • Personalizing Onboarding Pathways with AI.

  • Tool Demo & Critique: Live analysis of popular AI recruitment and onboarding platforms.

Day 3: AI for Employee Development, Performance, and Engagement

• Morning Session: Personalized Learning and Performance Management

  • AI-Driven Learning Platforms: Curating Personalised Learning Paths and Content.

  • Performance Support Tools: AI Coaches and Real-Time Feedback Applications.

  • Moving from Annual Reviews to Continuous, Data-Informed Performance Insights.

• Afternoon Session: Measuring and Boosting Engagement

  • Using Sentiment Analysis on Feedback and Survey Text to Gauge Employee Mood.

  • Predictive Analytics: Identifying Flight Risk and Proposing Interventions.

  • Case Study: How a company used AI to reduce turnover and improve engagement.

Day 4: The Ethical, Legal, and Human Implications

• Morning Session: The Ethical HR Leader’s Guide to AI

  • Algorithmic Bias: Understanding How It Happens and How to Audit for It.

  • Data Privacy, Security, and GDPR Compliance in AI Systems.

  • The “Black Box” Problem: Transparency and Explainability in AI Decisions.

• Afternoon Session: Change Management and The Human Touch

  • Balancing AI Efficiency with Human Empathy and Judgment.

  • Strategies for Gaining Buy-In from Leadership and Employees.

  • Upskilling the HR Team to Work Alongside AI.

  • Debate: Role-playing a scenario where an AI tool recommendation conflicts with HR intuition.

Day 5: Strategy, Implementation, and The Future

• Morning Session: Building Your AI-HR Strategy

  • Conducting an AI Readiness Assessment for Your Organization.

  • Building a Business Case for an AI HR Tool: Calculating ROI.

  • The Vendor Selection Process: Key Questions to Ask.

• Afternoon Session: Capstone Project and Looking Ahead

  • Capstone Activity: In groups, develop a proposal and implementation plan for an AI tool to address a specific HR challenge.

  • The Future of AI in HR: Emerging Trends and Predictions.

  • Course Recap: Developing a Personal Action Plan for continued learning and application.

  • Final Q&A and Certification.