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Benefits Administration

Benefits Administration

This course is part of Principles of Human Resource Management Specialization

Instructor: Pearson

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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4 hours to complete

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1 module

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

4 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Design effective compensation systems by establishing pay rates and developing competency-based pay plans.
Evaluate financial incentives and benefit programs to improve employee retention and productivity.

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This course is part of the Principles of Human Resource Management Specialization

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There is 1 module in this course

Learn to design strategic compensation packages that attract and motivate top talent by mastering pay plans, financial incentives, and comprehensive benefits. This course provides deep insights into crafting competitive pay structures and performance-based incentives that are strategically aligned with overarching organizational goals. By the end of this course, you will possess the skills to create effective compensation programs that foster employee satisfaction and contribute directly to your organization's success.

This course focuses on essential topics such as pay plans, financial incentives, and benefits. You will gain insights into crafting strategic pay structures, implementing performance-based incentives, and administering comprehensive benefits. You will also learn about the significance of aligning compensation strategies with organizational goals. By its conclusion, you will possess the skills to create effective benefits programs, fostering employee satisfaction and contributing to overall organizational success.

What's included

1 video2 assignments4 app items4 plugins

1 videoTotal 3 minutes

Incentives3 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 60 minutes

Module Quiz30 minutes
Practice Quiz30 minutes

4 app itemsTotal 170 minutes

Reading: Strategic Pay Plans pp. 338-37465 minutes
Reading: Money, Incentives and Recognition pp. 378-38720 minutes
Reading: Incentives for Managers, Teams and Engagement Strategies for Managers pp. 388-40430 minutes
Reading: Benefits pp. 409-43855 minutes

4 pluginsTotal 20 minutes

Interactive: Contemporary Pay Concepts5 minutes
Interactive: Effective Incentive Plans5 minutes
Interactive: Incentives5 minutes
Interactive: Retirement Benefits5 minutes

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Pearson

80 Courses110 learners

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