Microsoft Office driver's license and basics of human resources management

Proficiency in IT and MS Office is essential in the workplace. The course therefore begins by covering the most important MS Office applications and programs. You will then acquire basic skills in the field of human resources management, including personnel administration—such as determining staffing needs, recruiting, and terminations—as well as personnel development and compensation.

  • Certificates: Microsoft Office driver's license" certificate
    Certificate "Fundamentals of Human Resources Management"
  • Examination: Praxisbezogene Projektarbeiten mit Abschlusspräsentationen
    Modulprüfungen Microsoft Office Führerschein
  • Teaching Times: Full-time
    Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. (in weeks with public holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m.)
  • Language of Instruction: German
  • Duration: 12 Weeks

Computer basics

Computer basics (full-time 5 days/part-time 10 days)

The computer and its components

First steps in the browser (profiles, synchronization, privacy options)

Operating systems and software

Getting started with Windows 11 (clipboard history, virtual desktop)

Using Windows 11 apps

Working with desktop apps and windows

Getting to know File Explorer, file storage

Finding and managing files and folders

Cloud storage

Making system settings

Useful apps

Printing with Windows 11

Important key combinations

Networks (WLAN, hotspot)

Access to public networks (VPN basics)

Password protection and data security management

Protection against viruses and malware

Ergonomic and environmental protection aspects

Comparison of classic search vs. AI response

Word processing with Microsoft Word

Word processing with Word (full-time 5 days/part-time 10 days)

Basics of text input and processing

Character, paragraph, page and document formatting

Numbering and structuring

Using format templates

Using tables, graphics and shapes

Saving, printing and protecting documents

Creating texts, letters and serial letters

Editing and correction functions

Designing page layouts and multi-page documents

Checking accessibility (ALT texts, check tool)

AI as a writing coach (shortening/rewording with clear style guidelines)

Spreadsheet calculation with Microsoft Excel

Spreadsheet calculation with Excel (full-time 10 days/part-time 20 days)

Basics of table editing

Working with formulas and functions

Formatting cells, editing and printing tables

Filling, moving and copying (auto-fill, flash preview)

Sorting and filtering data

Calculating with date and time

Creating and editing charts

Chart templates and chart layouts

Manage workbooks (sheet protection, workbook protection)

Use individual print settings

Using Excel templates

Formula help and troubleshooting with AI

Microsoft Outlook and Web Browsers

Microsoft Outlook and Internet Browsers (Full-time: 5 days / Part-time: 10 days)

Internet, Web, and Email

Introduction to the Internet

Working Safely Online (Incognito Mode, Tracking Protection, Cookies)

Data Protection and Copyright

Online Shopping and Banking

Online Communities and Social Networks

Getting to Know Outlook

Creating and Sending Emails

Receiving and Managing Emails

Staying Organized with Emails (Search, Folders/Categories)

Working with Contacts and the Address Book

Creating Appointments and Meetings

Creating and managing tasks

Phishing analysis using AI based on anonymized sample emails

Presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint

Presentations with PowerPoint (full-time 5 days/part-time 10 days)

Get to know the user interface

Basics of working with presentations

Editing placeholders with text content

Copying and moving elements

Views and view areas

Working with different slide elements

Screen presentations

Text design (text fields, text markers, character formatting)

Using animations (transitions, music/sounds, video sequences, external links)

Working with your own templates (slide masters, design variants)

Printing and managing presentations

Creating and designing drawing objects

Using graphics and media clips

Placing and aligning objects

Organizational charts and other SmartArt graphics

Creating and designing diagrams

Accessibility (reading order, contrast, ALT texts)

Storyline design with AI

 

IT security

IT security (full-time 5 days/part-time 10 days)

Basic knowledge of cybercrime

Dealing with data and security

Network structures

Security in networks

Software updates

Encryption and password protection (two-factor authentication, passkeys)

Common malware

Targeted protection against viruses and malware

Use antivirus software and firewall

Data protection and backups

Phishing emails and social engineering

Secure communication on the Internet

Security on the internet and when using online services and social media

Incident management and responding to security incidents

Social engineering simulator: Analyze AI-generated phishing emails with triggers

Databases with Microsoft Access

Databases with Access (full-time 5 days/part-time 10 days)

What is Access?

Working with databases

Creating and managing databases

Creating and editing tables

Entering and editing data in tables

Relationships between tables

Field properties (data types, validation rules)

Searching, replacing and sorting data

Working with filters

Entering and editing data in forms

Creating forms (manually)

Working with queries

Creating queries

Editing database objects

Creating reports and labels

Working with reports

Defining indices

Printing data

AI as query coach: planning and formulating queries

Fundamentals of human resources management

Fundamentals of Human Resources Management and Digitalization (approx. 3 days)

Roles, Objectives, and Importance of Human Resources Management in a Company

Structure and Organization of Human Resources

Human Resources Information and Statistics

Diversity Management in the HR Context

Digitalization and AI in Human Resources


Human Resources Management (approx. 5 days)

Tasks and Process Structures

Human Resources Management Tools

Digital and AI-powered HR information systems (e.g., chatbots or self-service portals)

Data Protection in Human Resources

Fundamentals of Labor Law (Types of Contracts, Rights and Obligations of Employers and Employees, Protected Rights)


Workforce Planning/Recruitment (approx. 4 days)

Objectives, Tasks, and Tools of Workforce Planning

Human Resources Management in Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Determining Staffing Needs and Staff Deployment

Candidate Management, Job Profiles, and Evaluation of Application Materials

Online Recruiting and the Candidate Journey

Job Interviews/Selection Processes

Hiring New Employees


Human Resources Development (approx. 2 days)

Significance and Objectives of Human Resources Development

Integrating Employee Development into Corporate Goals and HR Strategy

Performance Appraisals as the Basis for Employee Development Measures

Development Tools

Overview of digital learning offerings and AI-powered professional development tools


Employee Compensation (approx. 3 days)

Personnel Costs as a Key Performance Indicator in the Company

Overview of Forms of Compensation

Basics of Social Security and Payroll Tax

Gross-to-Net Logic, Non-Cash Compensation

Structure and Components of a Payroll Statement

Current Overview of Pay Transparency


Project work (approx. 3 days)

To consolidate the content learned

Presentation of the project results



Changes are possible, the course content is updated regularly.

Upon completion of the course, you will have a basic understanding of key components of information and communication technology, as well as fundamental skills in word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, the Internet and communication, IT security, and databases. In addition, you’ll learn how to use browser-based AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) thoughtfully and confidently.

In addition, you’ll have a solid understanding of all key areas of human resources management. You understand how modern human resources work functions—from personnel administration and labor law to workforce planning and recruiting, all the way to employee development and compensation. At the same time, you know how digitalization and artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming the field of human resources.

The course is aimed at people from the commercial or administrative sector who are looking to enter the field of human resources management or wish to update their knowledge.

The course is also aimed at anyone who would like to acquire or refresh their knowledge of basic computer operation and MS Office.

Employees with a sound basic knowledge of human resources are indispensable in today's working world and are in demand in companies of all sizes across all industries.

Basic IT skills and knowledge of how to use various MS Office programs are also a prerequisite for successful and efficient work in professional life.

Your meaningful certificate provides a detailed insight into the qualifications you have acquired and improves your career prospects.

Didactic concept

Your lecturers are highly qualified both professionally and didactically and will teach you from the first to the last day (no self-study system).

You will learn in effective small groups. The courses usually consist of 6 to 25 participants. The general lessons are supplemented by numerous practical exercises in all course modules. The practice phase is an important part of the course, as it is during this time that you process what you have just learned and gain confidence and routine in its application. The final section of the course involves a project, a case study or a final exam.

 

Virtual classroom alfaview®

Lessons take place using modern alfaview® video technology - either from the comfort of your own home or at our premises at Bildungszentrum. The entire course can see each other face-to-face via alfaview®, communicate with each other in lip-sync voice quality and work on joint projects. Of course, you can also see and talk to your connected trainers live at any time and you will be taught by your lecturers in real time for the entire duration of the course. The lessons are not e-learning, but real live face-to-face lessons via video technology.

 

The courses at alfatraining are funded by Agentur für Arbeit and are certified in accordance with the AZAV approval regulation. When submitting a Bildungsgutscheinor Aktivierungs- und Vermittlungsgutschein, the entire course costs are usually covered by your funding body.
Funding is also possible via Europäischen Sozialfonds (ESF), Deutsche Rentenversicherung (DRV) or regional funding programs. As a regular soldier, you have the option of attending further training courses via Berufsförderungsdienst (BFD). Companies can also have their employees qualified via funding from Agentur für Arbeit (Qualifizierungschancengesetz).

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0800 3456-500 Mon. - Fri. from 8 am to 5 pm
free of charge from all German networks.

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We will gladly advise you free of charge. 0800 3456-500 Mon. - Fri. from 8 am to 5 pm free of charge from all German networks.