Online Course

Behaviour & Culture for Managers

Human Resources , Legal

Course Duration:

1hr 45min

Course Overview

This course will enable you to:

identify the legal framework regarding workplace bullying, discrimination, and sexual harassment;
understand key concepts such as direct and indirect discrimination and reasonable management action;
recognise the obligations of employers and employees for such conduct, and with the legal risks associated with these types of behaviour; and
understand how complaints are made and the legal process.

Suitability

This course is suitable for Human Resources professionals (at all levels), In-house Counsel, Risk and Compliance professionals and front line managers.

Approximate Completion Time

1 hours and 45 minutes

Course Content

Module1	Unlawful discrimination In this component, we will look at: the range of characteristics that are protected under discrimination law; the difference between “direct” and “indirect” discrimination; disability discrimination; sex discrimination; and other key areas and grey areas. This component finishes with an overview of the legal processes involved in a claim of unlawful discrimination.
Module 2	Sexual harassment In this component, we will look at: the definition of sexual harassment; common types of conduct which may constitute sexual harassment; employer’s liability for sexual harassment; harassment by clients and customers; preventative measures for employers; and being sued for sexual harassment.
Module 3	Workplace bullying In this component we consider the following: the definition of workplace bullying and the development of workplace bullying laws; types of workplace behaviour that is not bullying, including reasonable management action; the obligations of employers and employees with respect to bullying; the role of the Fair Work Commission in handling bullying complaints; and other legal issues including types of claims and online bullying.
Module 4	Preventing and responding to unacceptable behaviour In this component we look at: setting standards of behaviour; creating a safe system of work; and responding to reports and complaints.

Course Fees

Completion of the course requires a licence, which is issued upon registration and payment.

A standalone licence for this course is $195.00 including GST.

Discounts are available for organisations purchasing ten or more licences. Please email events@peopleculture.com.au to request a quote.