Building Competence. Crossing Borders.
International HR ManagementCertificate of Advanced Studies (CAS)
PURPOSE
Companies competing in an international environment face a
variety of demands on their organizations and people. Their
challenge is to address needs and issues that can be con-
tradictory as a result of the diverging strategies of different
entities operating in different cultural and economic contexts
simultaneously. International HR management competence
can contribute significantly to the success of global corpora-
tions. Let us help you find the best fit for your company and
its subsidiaries in terms of people and HR systems.
OBJECTIVES
This CAS program will enable participants to
− contribute to the financial success of their organization
by enabling them to manage people effectively across
national borders,
− contribute to the development and implementation of
their organization’s international corporate strategy,
− develop, implement, and maintain effective human
resource policies and practices in a multicultural
business environment,
− manage the international HR function more efficiently,
− work with and manage people from different cultures
more effectively.
TARGET AUDIENCE
− HR managers working in an international business
environment
− Local country HR managers of international companies
− Global mobility specialists
MAS CREDIT
The “CAS in International Human Resource Management”
can be completed as part of the “MAS in Human Capital
Management” at the School of Management and Law or the
“MAS in Human Resource Management” at the Institute of
Applied Psychology.
The implementation of global strategies is hampered by a shortage of international management talent.
Fit for the Global Challenge
Program
Applying HR Systems in an International Context:– Corporate Responsibility– Global Staffing– Developing People Globally– Global Performance Management– Global Compensation– Managing Global Mobility
FACTORS INFLUENCING THE ADAPTATION OF HR SYSTEMS
Country Workbook
– Corporate Strategy and Culture– Cultural Diversity– Institutions
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
MODULE 1 6 ECTS Credits
MODULE 2 6 ECTS Credits
The Framework of International HR Management Applying HR Systems
− Introduction to international HR management
− Corporate strategy and culture
− Cultural diversity
− International labor regulations
− Institutional factors
− Integrative session: Doing business in India / the Middle
East / Russia
− The global HR function
− Business ethics and corporate responsibility
− Global staffing and people development
− Global performance management and compensation
− Managing global mobility
− Presentation of country workbooks
Information Event
Center for Human Capital Management
Register now:
www.zhaw.ch/zhcm/info-apero
The analysis of institutional factors enables effective local adaptation of HR systems.
Global Efficiency Versus Local Responsiveness
Structure and Content
METHODOLOGY
Classes consist of lectures by instructors and industry guest
speakers, exercises, discussions, work on practical cases,
class presentations, and experience-sharing sessions. In ad-
dition, participants study the relevant literature to consolidate
their knowledge of the issues covered in the classroom as
well as preparing for their performance assessments.
INSTRUCTORS
The instructor team for this program consists of ZHAW lec-
turers and research associates, business executives, and
entrepreneurs. They are well-connected, able to share cut-
ting-edge knowledge, and guarantee a critical overview of
current trends.
Center for Human Capital Management
The Center for Human Capital Manage-
ment (ZHCM) is the HR and Leadership
Competence Center at the ZHAW School of
Management and Law. We support execu-
tive boards, line managers, and HR man-
agers in managing their human capital ef-
fectively and enable their organizations to
achieve sustainable competitive advan-
tages. In addition to designing and teach-
ing BSc, MSc, and continuing education
programs, we also advise companies and
institutions and actively engage in research
and development. Our partners benefit from
a broad range of solutions as well as the
expertise and extensive experience of indi-
vidual members of the ZHCM team in com-
panies representing various industries and
operating sizes.
www.zhaw.ch/zhcm
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions
Contact
COURSE LEADER
Monika Rohrer, lic. phil. I
ZHAW School of Management and Law
Phone +41 58 934 78 40
ADMINISTRATION AND REGISTRATION
ZHAW School of Management and Law
Customer Service, Continuing Education
Theaterstrasse 15b
P.O. Box
8401 Winterthur
Switzerland
Phone +41 58 934 79 79
Monika RohrerSenior LecturerCenter for Human Capital Management
Organizational Details
The Key to Your Success
Visit our website for further details.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The program is aimed at graduates of universities or univer-
sities of applied sciences with at least three years of profes-
sional experience. Professionals without a university degree
may also be admitted, provided they have at least five years
of professional experience and relevant continuing educa-
tion qualifications (such as “Personalfachfrau / Personalfach-
mann mit eidg. Fachausweis / Diplom” or similar). The final
decision to admit an applicant will rest with the Course
Leader.
REGISTRATION
The application period ends one month before the start of
the program. To register, visit:
www.zhaw.ch/zhcm/weiterbildung
PROGRAM DATES
For the current program dates, please visit:
www.zhaw.ch/zhcm/weiterbildung
WORKLOAD
Participants completing the program successfully earn 12
ECTS (European Credit Transfer System) credits. Each credit
is the equivalent of 25 to 30 hours of work.
PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENTS
The performance assessment for the first module involves a
country analysis and for the second module the develop-
ment of recommendations regarding the implementation of
HR systems in that country.
LOCATION
Classes take place on the campus of the ZHAW School of
Management and Law in Winterthur, a two-minute walk from
Winterthur main railway station.
www.zhaw.ch/sml/campus
DURATION
The program takes 3 – 4 months to complete, allowing par-
ticipants to combine work and study.
CLASS SCHEDULE
Classes take place from 9.00 am to 5.30 pm on a specific
day of the week.
LANGUAGE OF INSTRUCTION
The language and course materials are in English.
QUALIFICATION
Participants who complete all the performance assessments
successfully and have an attendance record of at least 80
percent receive a “Certificate of Advanced Studies in Inter-
national Human Resource Management.”
FEE
The program fee is CHF 6,900 and includes all course
materials.
TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
Visit our website to download the general terms of admis-
sion and participation for programs of continuing education
at the ZHAW School of Management and Law:
www.zhaw.ch/sml/atb-wb
School of Management and LawSt.-Georgen-Platz 2P.O. Box8401 WinterthurSwitzerland
www.zhaw.ch/sml
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