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The Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR™) is a Level 4, executive-level certification designed for experienced professionals aiming to lead HR functions at a strategic and organizational level.
This program is tailored to build advanced competencies in HR leadership, business strategy alignment, workforce planning, organizational development, and decision-making across complex business environments.
SPHR™ goes beyond operational and managerial HR, focusing on strategic HR leadership, HR analytics, HR business partnering, employee relations, and organizational transformation. It prepares professionals to take on senior leadership roles in both SMEs and multinational corporations.
The program integrates modern HR tools such as HR Analytics, AI-driven HR automation, HRMS systems, and advanced dashboards, enabling data-driven decision-making and business impact.
Upon successful completion, you will receive an Internationally Accredited and NACTET (Govt. of India) Affiliated Certification, validating your expertise as a senior HR leader.
Course Duration & Learning Options
Choose the learning format that fits your schedule:
- Self-Paced Learning: 2 Months
- Classroom Training: 2 Months
- Online Live Sessions: 2 Months
- On-the-Job Training (OJT): 6 Months
Examination & Certification
- Online Examination: 100 MCQs
- Duration: 1 Hour
- Passing Marks: 50%
👉 Learn more: https://www.iihr.edu.in/how-to-get-certified
Certifications Included
- Digital Certificate & Digital Badges
- Globally Accredited Certification – Hard Copy
- NACTET Affiliated Certificate (Classroom & OJT only)
Certification Validity & Recertification
- Certification valid for 3 years
- Recertification via:
- Credits, or
- Examination
👉 Recertification details: https://www.iihr.edu.in/how-to-get-recertified
Globally Recognized Certification
Upon successful completion of the SPHR® – Senior Professional in Human Resources program and examination, you will receive globally recognized credentials that validate your HR expertise and improve your employability.
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You will receive an Internationally Accredited Digital Certificate, valid for 3 years.
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You will also receive a Digital Badge that you can share on:
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LinkedIn
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Email signatures
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Resumes
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Portfolios and websites
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After 3 years, certification renewal requires appearing for the recertification online exam.
| Internationally Accredited Certificate | Official Digital Badge |
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Digital Certificate – Valid for 3 Years Issued upon successful completion. Internationally accredited and verifiable. |
Shareable Digital Badge – Valid for 3 Years Can be added to LinkedIn, CVs, emails, and professional profiles. |
| Recertification required after 3 years. | Recertification required after 3 years. |
Career Counselling
Get personalized guidance to choose the right HR career path.
For a free career counselling session, call us at +91 7037034447 or click below to connect with us on WhatsApp.
We also recommend visiting our campus to interact directly with our Program Director for in-depth career guidance.
Talent Acquisition
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1. Manpower Planning - Meaning and Importance -
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2. Steps involved in Manpower Planning
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3. Factors in forecasting Manpower Requirement
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4. Meaning of Job Analysis and Traditional Job Analysis
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5. Meaning of Competency
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6. Competency-based Job Analysis
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7. Meaning of Recruitment and Selection
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8. Steps Involved in Recruitment and Selection
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9. Meaning of Sourcing
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10. Different Sources of Recruitment
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11. Common Job Portals
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12. LinkedIn
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13. HR Preliminary Screening
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14. Common Assessment Tests
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15. Common Assessment Methods
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16. Decision, Negotiations and Job offer
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17. Background Check
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18. Onboarding
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19. Challenges in Recruitment
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20. Extra Content Who's Who in Talent Acquisition
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21. Process Overview
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22. Extra Content Agency vs. In-House Recruiting
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23. How to Provide Positive Candidate Experience
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24. Fostering Great Relationships with Hiring Managers
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25. Employer Branding
Recruitment & Selection
Recruitment & Selection (Videos)
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Introduction -
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1. Basic Concepts
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2. Activities of Recruiter
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3. Understanding the Job Role
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4. Booster
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5. Sourcing
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6. Screening
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7. Record Keeping
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8. Interview and Selection
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9. Prioritization of Profiles
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10. Selection Process
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11. Facilitator role in Selection Process
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12. Maintain Record
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12. Maintain Record
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13. Seek Feedback
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14. Booster
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15. Closure Process
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16. Negotiations-1
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17. Negotiations-2
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18. Offer Letter
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19. Feedback and Record Keeping
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20. Candidate Engagement
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21. Invoice Generation
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22. Summary
Onboarding & Joining Formalities
Induction & Orientation
Time & Attendance Management
Leave Management
Payroll Professional (INDIA)
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1. Basic Payroll - Collect Relevant Data
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2. Sources of Inputs
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3. Computation of Salary
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4. Computation of Salary- Process
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5. Disbursement of Salary
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6. Distribution of Payslips
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7. Filing Statutory Returns - Part 1
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8. Filing Statutory Returns - Part 2
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9. Answering Employee Queries
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10. Answering Employee Queries - Best Practices
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11. Resolving Government Queries
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12. Generating MIS Reports - Part 1
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13. Generating MIS Reports - Part 2
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14. Payroll Basic Summary
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15. Payroll Master Course Introduction
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16. Recap 1
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17. Recap 2
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18. Recap 3
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19. Allowances
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20. One Time Payments
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21. Leave Encashments and LOP
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22. Deductions
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23. Employee Provident Fund
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24. ESIC ,LWF and PT
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25. Income Tax
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26. Non Statutory Deductions
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27. Nett Pay
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28. Validation
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29. Types of Validation
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30. Transferring Salary
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31. Bank Transfer Statement
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32. Other Ways of Salary Disbursement
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33. Summary
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34. Distribution of Payslips
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35. Payslips
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36. Disbursement of Payslips and Statutory Returns
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37. Reimbursement Slips
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38. Statutory Compliances
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39. EPF - ECR Part 1
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40. EPF - ECR Part 2
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41. ESI - Monthly Returns
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42. TDS - Monthly Challan
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43. Profession Tax Monthly Challan
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44. Form 24Q
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45. Form 24Q e-filing Part 1
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46. Form 24Q e-filing Part 2
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47. Form 24Q e-filing Part 3
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48. Form 24Q e-filing Part 4
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49. ESIC - Statutory Compliance
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50. Payment of Bonus Act
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51. Payment of Bonus Act - Statutory Return FORM D
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52. LWF - Statutory Returns
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53. Summary
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54. Recap - Part 3
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55. Resolving Government Queries
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56. Resolving Government Queries - with example
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57. Best Practices to Resolve the Government Queries
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58. Employee Queries and Resolving Framework
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59. Employee Queries and Best Practices to Resolve
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60. Resolving employee queries - Payroll Department
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61. Generating periodical MIS Reports
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62. Generating reports from the Payroll Department
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63. Primary requirements for an effective MIS
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64. Summary
Compensation and Benefits (Videos)
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1. Compensation & Benefits - Introduction
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2. Intro to Compensation, Benefits and Payroll Concepts
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3. How Compensation Level is Determined
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4. Functions of Payroll and Step by step Payroll Management
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5. Post Salary Disbursement Functions in Payroll Management
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6. Types of Compensation Structures & Example of CTC's
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7. Understanding CTC, Gross Salary and Net Pay
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8. Part1 MS-Excel Basic Formulas & Functions for Beginner
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9. Part2 MS-Excel Basic Formulas & Functions for HR & Pay
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10. Part3 MS-Excel Basic Formulas & Functions for HR & Pay
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11. Part 4 MS -Excel Basic Formulas & Functions
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12. Various Salary Allowances in India explained
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13. LTA Reimbursement Component Explained
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14. Types of Pay in Payroll Base, Variables & Extended Benefits
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15. 1. How to structure CTC Salary Structuring - Part 1
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16. 2. CTC to Gross & Net Salary Calculation in Excel - Part 2
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17. 3. CTC to Gross & Net Salary Calculation in Excel - Part 3
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18. 1. Practical Payroll CTC Structuring & Salary Calculation
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19. 2. Practical Payroll CTC Structuring & Salary Calculation
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20. 3. Practical Payroll CTC Structuring & Salary Calculation
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21. 4.Practical Payroll CTC Structuring & Salary Calculation
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22. 5.Practical Payroll CTC Structuring & Salary Calculation
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23. 6.Practical Payroll CTC Structuring & Salary Calculation
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24. ESIC Concepts Introduction-2
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25. Salary Calculation with ESIC Part 1
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26. Salary Calculation with ESIC Part 2 (Final)
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27. Provident Fund PF - Detailed Calculation
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28. Let's Learn Leave Encashment - Concepts & Its Calculation
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29. Understanding Statutory Bonus in India - Concepts
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30. Understanding Gratuity - Concepts & Hands-on Calculation
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31. Income Tax New Regime 2023-24, Old Regime Concepts, Year Ending & IT Proofs
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32. Income Tax New Regime 2023-24, Old Regime & Year Ending Concepts - Part 2
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33. Income Tax Step by Step Deductions, Exemptions, Taxable Income, TDS Calc - 1
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34. Income Tax Calculation in Excel Part 2
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35. Income Tax Calculation Step By Step in Excel Part 3
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36. Income Tax Calc New Regime 2023 - 24 Step By Step in Excel Part 4
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37. Important Guidelines for Success in Practical Payroll & Income Tax
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38. Income Tax Taxable Income (Salary) Calculation and Tax
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39. Introduction to End to End Payroll Calculation in Excel
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40. Part 1 - End To End Payroll CTC Report & Salary Statement
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41. Part 2 - End To End Payroll in Excel CTC Report & Salary
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42. Part 3 - End To End Payroll in Excel CTC Report Preparation
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43. Part 4 - End To End Payroll in Excel CTC Report Preparation
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44. Part 5 - End To End Payroll in Excel CTC Report Preparation
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45. Part 6 - End To End Payroll in Excel CTC Report Preparation
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46. Part 7 - End to End Payroll in Excel Pay Days, Attendance & Earned Salary Calculation
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47. Part 8 - End to End Payroll in Excel Gross Salary Calculation
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48. Part 9 - End to End Payroll in Excel Employee Deduction
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49. 1. Steps Involved in End to End Income Tax Calculation Introduction
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50. 2. End to End Income Tax Calculate Template in Excel
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51. 3. End to End Income Tax Calculation of YTD - Year Till Date
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52. 4. End to End Income Tax Calculation of YTD - Year Till Date
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53. 5. End to End Income Perquisites Income
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54. 6. End to End Income Tax Calc in Excel HRA Exemption Calculation
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55. 7. End to End Income Tax Calc in Excel Sec.10 Exemptions
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56. 8. End to End Income Tax Section 16 Deductions & Income
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57. 9. End to End Income Tax Income From Salaries & Sections
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58. 10. End to End Income Tax Chapter VI-A 80C to 80U Deductions
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59. 11. End to End Income Tax Final Income Tax Rebate, Cess
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60. Compensation Management Objectives & Ensuring Equity
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61. Compensation Planning Equity Theory, Compensation Difference
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62. Steps in Job Evaluation & Job Evaluation Method 1 Job Ranking
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63. Job Evaluation Method 2 Job Classification Grading Method
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64. Job Evaluation Method 3 Factor Comparison Method
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65. Job Evaluation Method 4 Point Method
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66. 1. Car Reimbursement & Car Maintenance, Driver Perquisites
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67. 2. Perquisite Calculation on Company Contributions
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68. 3. Accommodation Perquisite Calculation
Compensation & Benefits (Lessons)
Statutory Compliances
Indian Labour Laws
Labour Laws (Videos)
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1. Why You Need to be Very Strong in Labour Laws
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2. Basics of Legal
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3. Self-Assessment
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4. List of Key Acts
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5. Bonded Labour System (Abolition) Act, 1976
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6. Child and Adolescent Labour (Prohibition and Regulation)
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7. Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970
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8. Employee Provident Fund Act 1952
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9. Employee State Insurance Act 1948
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10. Equal Remuneration Act, 1976
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11. Industrial Employment Act 1946
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12. Minimum Wages Act 1948
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13. POSH Act 2013
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14. Sexual Harassment Of Women At Workplace Act
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15. Downlod All Labour Laws in India
Performance Management System
Training & Development
Offboarding & Exit Formalities
Full & Final Settlement
HRMS Management (GreytHR)
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Adding a New Employee in GreytHR Software
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Employee Self Onboarding in GreytHR
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Employee Information Management
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Bulk Data Upload on GreytHR
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Update Employee Promotion Details
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Getting Started with greytHR Payroll
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Updating LOP Days for Payroll Calculation
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Exclude an Employee from Payroll Processing
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Process Payroll with greytHR Payroll Software
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Employees' Salary Revision and Arrear Processing
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Generate Payslips in GreytHR Software
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Leave Management on greytHR
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Adjusting Employee Leave Balance
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Employee Self Service Portal ESS
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Updating Employee Resignation and Exit Detils
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Full and Final Settlement in GreytHR Software
Mediclaim Management
HR Shared Services (HRSS)
HR Analytics (People Analytics)
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What is HR Analytics?
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1. Evolution of HR Analytics
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2. Analytics Wave And It's Impact On Business
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3. Analytics Transforming HR
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4. Analytical Problem Solving Methods
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6. Four types of Measures
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7. Business Impact of Retention
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8. Lead and Lag indicators
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9. Dashboard and HR Scorecard
Human Resource Business Partner
HR Business Partner (HRBP)
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What is an HR Business Partner?
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HR Business Partners – Overview
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1. What is HRBP _ HR Business Partner
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2. Introduction to HR
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3. Human Resources Management
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4. Ulrich - Human Resource Champions
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5. Operating Successfully
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6. Facilitation Mindset
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7. Active Listening
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8. Course Conclusion
HR Metrics & Dashboards
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HR Metrics & Dashboards Introduction
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1. Course Overview
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2. Navigation Shortcuts
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3. If Function
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4. Search Functions ( Lookups, Match, Index)
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5. Arrays ( Rows , Columns , Transpose, Frequency)
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6. Pivot Table
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7. Forms and Controls
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8. Introduction to Dashboard
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9. Process of Creating a Dashboard
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10. Creating Dashboard KPI Part 1
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11. Creating Dashboard KPI Part 2
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12. Creating Dashboard KPI Part 3
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13. Creating Dashboard KPI Example 2 Part 1
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14. Creating Dashboard KPI Example 2 Part 2
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15. Creating Dashboard KPI Example 2 Part 3
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16. Sample of some Good Dashboards
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17. Conclusion
HR Management Functions
HR Analytics
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What is HR Analytics?
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Evolution of HR Analytics
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Analytics Transforming HR
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Analytical Problem Solving Methods
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Going from Information to Insight
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Four types of Measures
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Business Impact of Retention
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Dashboard and HR Scorecard
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Analytics Wave And It's Impact On Business
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Lead and Lag indicators
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1. Introduction to Statistics
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2. Measures of Central Tendency and Averages
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344
3. Median, Mode, Percentiles and the 5 Number Summary
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4. Measures of distribution and standard deviation
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5. Normal Curve and Six Sigma
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1. Selecting the Right Sample for the Survey
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348
2. Designing a Survey
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3. Correlations
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4. Regression Analysis
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5. Regression Analysis and T test
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1. Measures of Talent Acquisition
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2. Optimizing Hiring Channel Strategy on the basis of Cost
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3. Optimizing Hiring Channel Strategy on the basis of Quality of Hire
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4. Cost vs Speed
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5. Measures of Talent Development, Kirkpatrick- Phillips Model
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6. Establishing RoIe for Talent Development
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7. Measuring Engagement Real and Perception Measures
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8. How Effective is your Performance Management System
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9. Evaluating effectiveness of a compensation structure across bands
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10. Evaluating fairness of a compensation within a band using scatter diagram
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1. Overview of Predictive Analytics
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2. Forecast and Logistic Regression
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3. Logistic Regression
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4. Case Study 1
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5. Case Study 2
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1. Overview to Visualization
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2. Stacked Bar and Bubble Charts
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3. Organization Chart and Visualizing Data using Conditional Formatting
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4. Frequency Distribution, Bridge Chart and Word Cloud
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5. Self assessment on HR analytics maturity
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6. Handling Challenges to Improve HR analytics Maturity
Strategic HR
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1. Introduction
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2. Difference between Administrative HR and Transactional HR
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3. What is Organisational Strategy
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4. How Organisational Strategy is aligned with HR Strategy
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5. Breakdown HR Strategy to achievable HR action plans
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6. HR Strategy in setting Job Expectation and Job Analysis
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7. Defining HR Strategy in Talent Acquisition
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8. Defining HR Strategy in Onboarding of Employee
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9. Defining HR Strategy in Performance Management
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10. Defining HR Strategy in Training Need Assessment
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11. Defining HR Strategy in Training Evaluation
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12. Conclusion
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Practical Materials (Strategic HR)
POSH Act
What is the SPHR™ Certification?
The SPHR™ (Senior Professional in Human Resources) is a Level 4, executive-level HR certification designed for experienced professionals aiming to lead HR functions at a strategic and organizational level.
Who can enroll in the SPHR™ course?
Candidates with Graduation or Post Graduation can enroll. This program is recommended for professionals with 10+ years of work experience and those aiming for senior leadership roles in HR.
Is prior HR experience required for SPHR™?
Yes, prior experience is highly recommended. This program is designed for professionals who already have HR or managerial experience and want to move into senior leadership roles.
What is the difference between CHRM® and SPHR™?
CHRM® focuses on managerial roles and team leadership, while SPHR™ is designed for executive-level roles, covering HR strategy, business alignment, organizational development, and leadership decision-making.
What are the learning options available?
You can choose from:
Self-Paced Learning
Classroom Training
Online Live Sessions
On-the-Job Training (OJT)
Self-Paced Learning
Classroom Training
Online Live Sessions
On-the-Job Training (OJT)
What is the duration of the course?
Self-Paced / Classroom / Online: 2 Months
On-the-Job Training (OJT): 6 Months
On-the-Job Training (OJT): 6 Months
Will I get placement assistance after the course?
Yes. You will receive:
100% Placement Assistance for 6 months (all learning modes)
100% Job Guarantee for OJT program (as per agreement terms)
100% Placement Assistance for 6 months (all learning modes)
100% Job Guarantee for OJT program (as per agreement terms)
What certification will I receive?
You will receive:
Digital Certificate & Badge
Globally Accredited Certification
NACTET Affiliated Certification
Digital Certificate & Badge
Globally Accredited Certification
NACTET Affiliated Certification
What is the exam pattern for SPHR™?
Online Exam with 100 MCQs
Duration: 1 Hour
Passing Marks: 50%
Duration: 1 Hour
Passing Marks: 50%
What job roles can I apply for after SPHR™?
You can apply for roles such as:
Senior HR Manager
General Manager – HR
AVP / VP – HR
Head – HR / COE
Senior HR Business Partner
Senior HR Manager
General Manager – HR
AVP / VP – HR
Head – HR / COE
Senior HR Business Partner
Will I learn strategic HR and leadership skills?
Yes. The program covers:
HR Strategy & Workforce Planning
Organizational Development
HR Analytics & Decision Making
Leadership & Team Management
HR Strategy & Workforce Planning
Organizational Development
HR Analytics & Decision Making
Leadership & Team Management
Is SPHR™ suitable for career growth?
Absolutely. SPHR™ is designed for professionals aiming to move into top-level HR leadership and executive roles.
How long is the certification valid?
The certification is valid for 3 years.
How can I renew my certification?
You can recertify through:
Credits, or
Examination
Learn More 👉 https://www.iihr.edu.in/how-to-get-recertified
Credits, or
Examination
Learn More 👉 https://www.iihr.edu.in/how-to-get-recertified
Is this certification recognized globally?
Yes. The SPHR™ certification is internationally accredited and helps professionals pursue opportunities in both Indian and global organizations.
Important Notices
Course duration and access vary based on the selected learning option. Please review all details carefully before enrollment.
This is an executive-level certification program designed for senior professionals aiming for leadership and strategic HR roles. Relevant work experience is strongly recommended.
100% Placement Assistance is provided for all learning modes. Job Guarantee is applicable only for the On-the-Job Training (OJT) program as per agreement terms.
Certification will be awarded only after successful completion of training and passing the examination.
Candidates must meet the minimum passing criteria in the online examination to qualify for certification.
NACTET Certification is applicable only for Classroom and On-the-Job Training (OJT) programs.
Course access is limited to:
3 months for Self-Paced Learning, Classroom Training, and Online Live Sessions
1 year for On-the-Job Training (OJT)
It is the responsibility of the candidate to complete the course within the given access period.
Certification is valid for 3 years. Recertification is required to maintain active certification status.
Placement outcomes and salary packages may vary based on individual experience, performance, and market conditions.
IIHR reserves the right to update course structure, schedule, certification process, or policies as per industry requirements.
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Course details
Duration
2 Months / 6 Months
Lectures
390
Exams
1
Level
Advanced
Globally Accredited Certification
Get Lifetime LMS Portal Access
Self Paced / Online / Classroom / OJT
Basic info
Eligibility Criteria
- Graduation / Post Graduation
- Recommended for professionals with 10+ years of experience
- Recommended Age Group: 35 years & above
Note: Candidates with strong leadership aspirations can also apply.
Course requirements
- Strong understanding of HR concepts
- Prior work experience preferred
- Interest in leadership and strategic roles
Intended audience
- Senior HR professionals
- HR Managers & Leaders
- Business leaders transitioning into HR
- Professionals targeting executive HR roles
Placement Assistance
100% Placement Assistance for 6 Months for:
Self-Paced Learning
Classroom Training
Online Live Sessions
100% Job Guarantee (Only for OJT Program)
with an Annual CTC of ₹10 Lakhs to & Above
Career Opportunities
After completing SPHR™, you can apply for roles such as:
- HR Manager / Senior HR Manager
- General Manager – HR
- AVP / VP – HR
- Head – HR / COE (Center of Excellence)
- HR Business Partner (Senior Level)
- HR Strategy & Operations Leader