Employee Termination Processes (Corporate Training)

Introduction

This five-day course is designed to help HR professionals and managers navigate the sensitive and often complex process of employee termination. The course covers legal, procedural, and ethical considerations when ending the employment relationship, ensuring that organizations minimize risk while treating employees fairly and respectfully. Participants will learn how to manage terminations in a way that protects the organization, mitigates potential disputes, and maintains a positive reputation.

Flexible Fee Scheme

The following fee scheme applies to online courses only. For in-person and virtual classrooms, please contact us

• Band A:Government projects and multinational companies pay the full fee.
• Band B:International NGOs and local companies get 25% discount using code: BANDB25
• Band C:Local NGOs, educational institutions and companies that have less than 50 employees get 40% discount using code: BANDC40
• Band D: Self sponsored knowledge seekers pay a nominal fee only and get 85% discount using code: BANDD85

Who's this course for

• HR Professionals responsible for managing employee relations
• Line Managers and Supervisors
• Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
• Legal Advisors involved in employment law
• Organizational Development Practitioners

Learning Objectives

• Understand the legal and regulatory frameworks surrounding employee termination, including wrongful termination and constructive dismissal.
• Learn how to prepare for and conduct termination meetings with professionalism and compassion.
• Develop skills in managing performance-related dismissals, redundancies, and layoffs in compliance with labor laws.
• Explore best practices for handling difficult conversations and minimizing conflict during termination processes.
• Learn how to create exit plans that ensure a smooth transition and protect organizational interests.
• Gain insights into post-termination processes such as final payments, benefits, and exit interviews, as well as how to manage ongoing communications with former employees.

Outcome for the Course Sponsor

By sponsoring this course, organizations will benefit from HR professionals and managers who are well-versed in handling employee terminations in a legally compliant and ethically sound manner. Effective termination processes reduce the risk of legal disputes, safeguard the organization’s reputation, and ensure that employee departures are managed with dignity. Sponsors will see improvements in how termination processes are handled, leading to better risk management, stronger compliance, and more positive organizational culture.