The Hybrid Workplace

Many have speculated that the era of the traditional office is now over. As organizations adjusted to remote work during the COVID-19 pandemic, employees and business leaders witnessed the unique advantages of remote work, including greater flexibility, increased productivity, and better work-life balance. The Monday-to-Friday in-office schedules of the past have lost their appeal and utility. Through this course, HR professionals will learn how to support employees and organizations shifting to hybrid work arrangements. Through this course, HR professionals will learn how to recruit, train, and support employees working in hybrid settings. Topics covered in the course include how to foster a strong organizational culture in a hybrid setting, and how to manage transitions between remote and in-person work.

Learning Outcomes

• Define hybrid work and identify key components of successful hybrid work setups
• List the benefits and potential challenges of hybrid work arrangements
• Implement methods for recruiting, hiring, and onboarding hybrid employees
• Identify key elements of a benefits program best suited for a hybrid workforce
• Recognize strategies for leading hybrid teams and promoting employee engagement in hybrid environments
• Apply effective communication when managing a hybrid workforce
• Determine successful approaches for resolving conflict in hybrid settings
• Identify methods for performance management in hybrid settings
• Implement strategies for promoting a positive company culture in a hybrid environment
• Identify the appropriate action steps for leading an organization's transition between in-person, hybrid, and remote work settings

Key Features

• Mobile-friendly
• Audio-enabled
• Badge and credit-awarding
• Fully accessible
• Games & Flashcards
• Expert-supported

Notes

Estimated time to complete: 3 hours

This course includes an “Ask the Expert” feature. You can use this feature to submit questions about course content. A subject matter expert will provide guidance or point you to additional resources for the topics you’re studying. Questions are answered as quickly as possible and usually within 24 hours.

Learners must achieve an average test score of at least 70% to meet the minimum successful completion requirement and qualify to receive IACET CEUs.