If you are a member of HRNZ, please log in through the HRNZ website to access your member discount.

Earlybird tickets are available until Tuesday 11 October. All pricing includes GST.

Earlybird Fee:

• HRNZ Member = $2,185.00
• Non-member = $2,530.00

Standard Fee:

• HRNZ Member = $2,415.00
• Non-member = $2,875.00

HR Foundations is a three day programme designed for HR Practitioners who may be early on in their careers after studying and acquiring qualifications, or for those who are currently in HR roles and who want to extend their knowledge of leading edge HR practice. This programme is a helpful step for those aspiring to become Chartered members of HRNZ.

The programme is based on the HRNZ competencies (derived from global HR Competency research of Professor Dave Ulrich) and examines each practical HR area within the 'HR Delivery' competency. Participants are provided with foundational information on the major HR functions, learn to identify current good practice, and are encouraged to share their own experiences and to learn from others.

Topics covered in the three day programme include:

• Resourcing
• Learning and Development
• Performance Management
• Change Management
• Organisational Development
• Legal Compliance and Employment Relations
• Remuneration and Reward
• Cultural Awareness and Diversity Management
• Health, Safety and Wellbeing
• HR Measurement and Policy Development

A workbook containing information and exercises is provided. The programme is informed by current research and is frequently revised and updated, most recently in 2021.

All personal development events are subject to HRNZ Terms and Conditions.

Registrations close 08:30am Tuesday 1 November.

About the Presenter - Debbie Dawson

Debbie Dawson CFHRNZ, is a self-employed coach, writer and facilitator based in Christchurch. Following a corporate career in senior HR roles Debbie works with senior professionals and organisations to realise ‘self care in the workplace’ through a mixture of coaching, group programmes, workshops and organisational reviews.

Debbie’s clients appreciate her creative, insightful and plain-speaking approach. She has a keen interest in evidence-based leadership and psychological research as it relates to HR.

Debbie is a qualified health coach through the New York Institute for Integrative Nutrition and is a past recipient of the HR Initiative of the Year Award for leadership development for which she has been a judge since 2006. She is a former Vice President of HRNZ and served on the HRNZ Board from 2007 to 2013.

Attending HRNZ Courses under the COVID-19 Protection Framework

HRNZ continues to follow public health guidelines and our priority is the health and safety of all attendees.

Masks must be worn when moving around shared spaces.

Do not enter our venues if you are unwell.

Please ensure you abide by the health and safety guidelines of the venue. Events are subject to Ministry of Health guidelines and the HRNZ internal COVID 19 Events policy. To view HRNZ's internal COVID 19 Events Policy please click here.

Cancellation Policy

An appropriate substitute participant is welcome any time before the course starts. Please let us know the replacement's name. If you have booked on a member price and a non member is to attend in your place you will be invoiced for the difference in price.

A refund of fees will be made if a cancellation is received in writing at least 10 working days prior to the commencement of the course.

Regrettably, no refunds can be made for cancellations received after this date and you are liable for the full cost of attendance at the course.