Next Intake
DURATION
1-Day
8 Hours
9 IHRP CPD Hours
NEXT INTAKE
15th Intake
7 April 2026
DELIVERY MODE
Classroom Learning
PROGRAMME FEE
S$400.00
(Before GST)
S$436.00
(After GST)
Outline
At the end of the course, the participant will be able to understand fundamental HR knowledge based on IHRP Body of Competencies. He/she will be able to apply the knowledge in the implementation of various Human Capital and Organisational Development strategies by the company. The course will also better equip and prepare participants for IHRP’s Paper N Assessment which is part of the requirement to be a IHRP Certified Associate.
This is a Preparatory course for IHRP Paper N Assessment. Targeting New and Aspiring HR professionals with less than 3 years of HR working experience who intend to register for IHRP Certified Associate (CA) certification. For more details, please visit IHRP website on IHRP-CA Certification.
Learning Outcomes
After the delivery of this course, participants should be able to:
Focal Topics
IHRP certification pathways
IHRP Body of Competencies
Fundamental HR knowledge
Applications of fundamental HR knowledge
Identify and relate the applications of functional Competencies in the areas of:
Who Should Attend
New and aspiring HR professionals with less than 3 years of HR working experience who intend to register for IHRP Certified Associate (CA) certification.
Course Delivery
Course Delivery is made up of a combination of active learning, sharing, discussions, participation and hands-on exercises and short presentations of discussion outcome.
The approach will be to study the contents of the IHRP Body of Competencies and relate the applications of fundamental HR knowledge to it. Participants are encouraged to share their work-related experiences and relate these to IHRP Body of Competencies.
Course Duration
Assessment Method
The 1-Day Short Course focus on the Focal Topics of IHRP Paper N Assessment.
There will be an Open Book Assessment conducted within the 1-Day Short Course.
This is to help trainees understand the absorption of Learning Outcome, a short assessment is given within the 1-Day Short Course (8-hours).
The purpose of the short assessment is to help the trainees to know their SWOT and does not guarantee the success/failure in the actual IHRP Certification Assessment.
Trainees must achieve at least 75% attendance and must have passed the competency assessments to attain the Certificate of Completion.
Delivery Mode
Course Fees
Before GST | After GST | |
|---|---|---|
Full Course Fee | S$400.00 | S$436.00 |
Fundings Available
Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP)
Award of Certificate
Participants must achieve at least 75% attendance and must have passed the competency assessments to attain the Certificate of Completion.
Please note that the above Short Course “Understanding the IHRP Certified Associate FoundatioN Paper Assessment: HR Knowledge Fundamentals and Applications” has been accredited by IHRP.
Trainer Profile
Our Trainer
Edward Cheong
Edward Cheong is a seasoned Human Resource leader, certified adult educator, and academic facilitator with over 25 years of regional experience across Asia, Europe, Africa and the Middle East. He seamlessly bridges the worlds of corporate practice and academia, bringing deep industry expertise and pedagogical rigour to his training and development initiatives.
His background includes leading HR functions for Fortune Global 500 enterprises and State-Owned Enterprises, where he drove strategic people initiatives that strengthened organisational capability, performance, and growth. This extensive practical experience forms the foundation of his evidence-based and
results-oriented approach to learning.
Academic & Professional Credentials
Edward's expertise is underpinned by strong academic qualifications, including an MBA in Global Business (Coventry University, UK), an MSc in Human Resources (Edinburgh Napier University), and a Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Human
Capital Management (SHRI Academy). He is certified as an IHRP–Senior Professional (IHRP–SP), a Certified Human Resources Business Partner (CHRBP®), and is an ACLP-qualified trainer.
Teaching, Training & Thought Leadership
Edward currently serves as an Associate Lecturer and Module Leader with University and School (PEI), where he designs and
delivers curriculum for postgraduate and diploma modules in Global Human Resources Managements Strategies, Talent Development, Human Resources Management, and Compensation & Benefits.
His training and consulting specialisations include:
· Strategic HR Management & HR Business Partnering
· Talent Management, Succession Planning & Leadership Development
· Performance Management & Total Rewards Strategy
· HR Analytics, Job Redesign, Workforce Planning & Capability Building
· Change Management, Organisational Development & Employee Engagement
Edward is also a Coach guiding HR practitioners toward professional certification. A respected voice in the HR community, he has been invited to share his insights at industry events such as the Total Rewards Asia Summit 2023 and the Coventry University MBA Industrial Talk Series (2024 & 2025).
Facilitation Philosophy
Edward’s sessions are known for being highly interactive and applied. He employs a philosophy of bridging theory with practice, engaging participants through real-world corporate case studies, critical reflection, and strategic problem-solving exercises. He is passionate about developing future-ready HRprofessionals and leaders, empowering them to align human capital strategy with
tangible business performance.
IHRP CPD Hours
On completion of this course, trainees will earn 9 HR-related Training Hours that can be applied towards Application for or Renewal of IHRP certification.
Terms & Conditions
Course Registration
Please kindly see below for the process of our course registration.
