AI in HRM Course | IIT Guwahati Postgraduate Program | Prof. Abraham Cyril Issac
Course Details
| Exam Registration | 9166 |
|---|---|
| Course Status | Ongoing |
| Course Type | Core |
| Language | English |
| Duration | 12 weeks |
| Categories | Management Studies, Human Resource Management |
| Credit Points | 3 |
| Level | Postgraduate |
| Start Date | 19 Jan 2026 |
| End Date | 10 Apr 2026 |
| Enrollment Ends | 02 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Registration Ends | 20 Feb 2026 |
| Exam Date | 26 Apr 2026 IST |
| NCrF Level | 4.5 — 8.0 |
Revolutionizing the Workplace: A Deep Dive into AI in Human Resource Management
The field of Human Resource Management (HRM) is undergoing a seismic shift. No longer confined to administrative tasks and interpersonal dynamics, HR is at the forefront of a technological revolution powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI). For postgraduate students, management professionals, and HR practitioners, understanding this convergence is no longer optional—it's essential for future-proofing careers and organizations.
This comprehensive guide explores a pivotal 12-week postgraduate course, "AI in Human Resource Management," offered by a leading expert from the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati. We'll unpack the curriculum, learning outcomes, and the transformative potential of AI in shaping the future of work.
Meet the Instructor: Prof. Abraham Cyril Issac
Leading this journey into the future of HR is Prof. Abraham Cyril Issac, an Assistant Professor in the School of Business at IIT Guwahati. With a formidable academic background spanning engineering, business, psychology, and law, Prof. Issac brings a unique interdisciplinary lens to organizational studies. A specialist in Organizational Behaviour and a pioneering researcher on "Knowledge Hiding," his expertise is recognized through awards like the IIT Madras Institute Research Award 2021 and the R.N. Rajendran Best Thesis Award. His active engagement in research, consultancy, and training ensures the course content is both academically rigorous and practically relevant.
Course Overview: Bridging Human Dynamics and Machine Intelligence
This postgraduate-level course is designed to equip participants with a thorough understanding of how AI technologies can be leveraged to enhance every facet of HRM. The core premise is to move beyond theory and focus on practical application, enabling professionals to harness AI for building a more efficient, talented, and productive workforce.
By the end of the 12 weeks, participants will be able to:
- Understand core AI concepts and their specific relevance to HR management.
- Identify and evaluate AI-based tools and systems for various HR functions.
- Drive organizational vibrancy and stability by strategically integrating AI developments.
- Make informed, data-driven management decisions to improve HR practices.
Who Should Enroll?
The course is ideally suited for:
- MBA, EMBA, and postgraduate management students.
- Industry professionals seeking to upskill.
- HR professionals aiming to lead digital transformation.
- AI and technology enthusiasts interested in human-centric applications.
Prerequisite: A foundational understanding of Organizational Behaviour is recommended, such as the NPTEL course "Organizational Behaviour: Individual Dynamics in Organization."
Weekly Course Breakdown: A 12-Week Journey
The curriculum is meticulously structured to build knowledge from fundamentals to advanced applications and future trends.
| Week | Core Focus Area | Key Topics Covered |
|---|---|---|
| 1-2 | AI Foundations & Adoption | Introduction to AI tools, decision-making, task automation, recruitment, talent acquisition, and HR metrics. |
| 3-5 | Core HR Functions Enhanced by AI | Performance management, onboarding, person-job fit, HR analytics, people analytics, SMART HRM, employee retention, training, and ethical concerns. |
| 6-8 | Innovation & Strategic Integration | AI-augmented HRM, Generative AI, building organizational capabilities, Metaverse in HR, and challenges of adoption. |
| 9-12 | Emerging Trends & The Future | Green HRM, compensation & benefits, compliance, AI-mediated knowledge management, chatbots, employee experience, and shaping company culture with AI. |
Why This Course is Essential for Modern HR
The integration of AI in HR is not about replacing human judgment but augmenting it. This course addresses the critical need for professionals who can:
- Transform Recruitment: Use AI for bias-free screening, predictive hiring, and improving candidate experience.
- Enable Data-Driven Decisions: Leverage people analytics to understand workforce trends, predict attrition, and plan talent pipelines.
- Personalize Employee Development: Implement AI-driven learning paths and performance management systems that cater to individual employee needs.
- Navigate Ethical Challenges: Understand and mitigate risks related to data privacy, algorithmic bias, and the human-AI interface in the workplace.
Industry Relevance & Supporting Resources
The course holds significant value for any organization aiming to integrate AI into its workforce practices. To deepen their understanding, students are directed to seminal texts in the field:
- "Artificial Intelligence for HR" by Ben Eubanks (2018): A practical guide on using AI to support and develop a successful workforce.
- "Handbook of Research on AI in HRM" by Stefan Strohmeier (2022): A comprehensive academic resource covering the latest research and applications.
The future of HR is intelligent, strategic, and technology-powered. This course by Prof. Abraham Cyril Issac provides the essential roadmap for postgraduate students and professionals to not just adapt to this change, but to lead it. By mastering the synergy between AI and human resource management, you can position yourself at the cutting edge of building more resilient, agile, and human-centric organizations.
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