The Certificate Course in Industrial Relations and Human Resource Management (IRHR) is a training program of the UP School of Labor and Industrial Relations (UP SOLAIR) through the Center for Industry Productivity and Competitiveness (CIPC), designed to provide comprehensive and practice-based knowledge in labor relations and human resource development/management.

The program aims to equip participants with accurate, relevant, and lawful knowledge and best practices on labor laws, workplace relations, and HR systems, enabling them to effectively navigate the complexities of the modern work environment. It also seeks to strengthen participants’ understanding of the employment relationship within both national and global contexts, emphasizing the importance of ethical, strategic, and people-centered approaches in managing organizations.

Through this course, UP SOLAIR continues its commitment to advancing professional education and contributing to the development of competent HR and IR practitioners in the Philippines 

Structure and Contents

The IRHR Certificate Course runs for 12 Saturdays and is delivered through a series of interactive lecture sessions, case discussions, applied learning activities, and group dynamics/ networking, culminating in a capstone project presentation.

The course covers the following core topics:

1. Industrial Relations in Perspective

2. Employer–Employee Relationship

3. Business / Organizational Environment

4. Wage and Statutory Benefits

5. Work Hours and Conditions

6. Occupational Safety and Health Standards

7. Trade Unions and Worker Groups

8. Dispute Resolution

9. HR vs. Strategic HR

10. Analytical Tools for the Capstone Project

11. Talent Acquisition

12. Talent Development

13. Compensation Management

14. Benefits Planning, Implementation, and Evaluation

15. Employee Relations and Employee Engagement

16. Productivity and Performance Management

17. HR Analytics and Research

18. IR/HR Technologies and AI

19. Organizational Culture and IR/HR

20. IR/HR Ethics

21. Capstone Project Presentations

The medium of instruction is English and Filipino.

Resource Speakers

The course is facilitated by UP SOLAIR faculty members and industry practitioners, including experts in labor law, industrial relations, IR/HR research, and human resource management. Their combined academic expertise and practical experience provide participants with both theoretical foundations and real-world insights.

Target Participants

The program is designed for a wide range of participants, including:

● HR practitioners, officers, and managers

● Business owners and organizational leaders

● Supervisors and team leaders

● Faculty members and researchers

● Professionals involved in labor relations and people management

While prior work experience is recommended, the course also welcomes early-career professionals who are currently engaged in or transitioning into HR and IR roles.

Learning Approach

The Certificate Course in IRHR adopts a participatory and practical approach to learning. Participants are encouraged to actively engage in discussions, group dynamics, share workplace experiences and cases, and apply concepts to real organizational contexts.

A key component of the program is the capstone project, where participants analyze workplace issues or organizational practices using the tools and frameworks learned throughout the course.

Certification

Participants who successfully complete the course requirements, including attendance, evaluations, and the capstone project, will be awarded a Certificate of Completion issued by the University of the Philippines Diliman - School of Labor and Industrial Relations (UP SOLAIR).

Investment Fee

Participation in the program requires the payment of a course fee, which typically covers:

● Certification

● Lecture sessions with faculty and industry experts

● Learning materials

● Meals and kit (for onsite sessions)

● Registration and administrative costs

Details on enrollment, schedules, and payment procedures are released before each batch. Interested participants are encouraged to pre-register and monitor official announcements through UP SOLAIR’s website and social media platforms.