Red & Yellow
Online Short Course
People Management
Great businesses are built by great people. The leaders who create the biggest impact aren't necessarily the most technically skilled—they're the ones who know how to motivate teams, develop talent and create environments where people can thrive. In a rapidly changing workplace, effective people management has become one of the most valuable skills a leader can possess.
In this practical 11-week course, you'll learn how to attract, manage and develop high-performing teams while navigating the realities of today's workplace. From motivation, performance management and talent development to organisational change and workplace culture, you'll gain the skills needed to lead people with confidence and empathy. Whether you're a new manager or an experienced leader looking to strengthen your leadership approach, you'll leave with practical tools to help people perform at their best and drive meaningful business results.
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Course Curriculum
- You’ll be able to define HR excellence and recognize the importance of human resources in business today
- Describe the challenges faced by managing people in the 21st Century
- Understand the characteristics of an effective people manager
The important bits
Key Info
- Course Duration: 11 Weeks
- Accreditation: R&Y Certificate of Completion
- Access: Online
- Start Date: 3 August 2026
- Cost: R13,500
What you'll learn
- Best Practices for managing talent in the 21st century
- A solid understanding of key people management skills, knowledge, and processes
- Ways in which the cultural diversity of a South African workforce impacts how we work
- How to manage organizational change
- Understand the characteristics of a learning organization and the benefits of a culture of continuous learning
- Define an employee value proposition and the benefits it offers
Learn from top talent
You’ll be taught by People Management experts who understand the value this discipline brings to modern business.
Build critical skills
This course is built to equip you with future-forward personable management skills that are in increasingly higher demand.
Think outside the box
This course is ideal for individuals looking to apply new and creative ways of thinking to drive high performance in teams.
Elevate your career
Be recognised with an industry centric Red & Yellow certificate, giving you a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills.
Red & Yellow courses are made to future-proof your career
Our courses are designed to accelerate opportunities and give a boost to your CV. Top businesses across industries recognise Red & Yellow graduates as having the practical skills and the theoretical background to hit the ground running with confidence and creative flair.
Benefits:
Our courses are both current and relevant to the South African context.
Applicable, practical assignments:
- So that you can apply what you’re learning to your everyday work life, and your specific business challenges.
Discussion Forums and Chat sessions:
- Helping you develop your professional network.
- Hosted by your coach, lecturer, or subject specialist.
- Ideal opportunities to discuss the content and get answers to all your questions.
Personalized feedback:
- Tailored to your individual strengths, and opportunities for personal improvement.
A dedicated team:
- Acting as your “virtual” support crew whose only focus is to help get you over the finish line.
Included in your course:
- An industry-sought-after Certificate of Completion from Red & Yellow
- Original, relevant, and constantly updated content
- An interactive online learning experience that includes videos, live chat sessions, forum discussions, and more
This course is perfect for:
- Organisations that understand that people’s expectations of how they work, and who they work for are very different now; requiring new approaches and thinking
- Small businesses too small for a dedicated ‘people person’, but still have to manage ‘people’s needs’
- Individuals who want to drive high-performance teams in ways that talk to organization goals and accommodate the ‘new’ approach to an adaptable way of working
- Entrepreneurs who want the skills to create incredible cultures and attract the very best talent
Meet your team:
This course was created by, and benefits from, our full-time lecturers’ years of experience in the field – both in lecturing and in industry. They know how to nurture talent and bring out the best in students, resulting in many award-wins over the years.
Melissa Opperman
Manager for the School of Lifelong Learning
Melissa Opperman is an experienced leader in adult education and lifelong learning, with over 10 years of experience in the field. She has worked extensively as both a facilitator and lecturer and has spent the past five years managing adult education programmes. Passionate about education and training, she is committed to equipping learners with the skills they need to shape their own futures. With several years of lecturing experience in Human Resource Management, Melissa has achieved a 98% pass rate among her students. She has also maintained a 100% pass rate for the FISA external assessment, set by the South African Board for People Practices (SABPP). Understanding the urgency of South Africa’s 45% youth unemployment rate, Melissa focuses on developing small, targeted learning units that enhance skills and improve mobility in the job market. She holds a Master’s in Theology and a BCom (Hons) in Human Resource Management, firmly believing that lifelong learning is key to meaningful progress.
Teriza van der Linde
Academic Operations
Teriza van der Linde is an experienced Academic Operations and Human Resources professional with a strong background in industrial psychology, labour relations, and higher education. She holds a BA Degree in Psychology and Labour Relations and a BA Honours Degree in Industrial Psychology, along with professional certifications including CAPM, CTT+, and Registered Assessor status.
With extensive experience across academic operations, online learning, and labour law consulting, Teriza has held senior roles in academic management, human resource programme development, and industrial relations. Her expertise includes academic planning and compliance, student and facilitator support, labour legislation, disciplinary processes, and CCMA representation.
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