Technical Workshops
Labour Law Masterclass
The objective of this course is to help keep businesses and HR practitioners up to date and in compliance with the ever-growing list of employment laws and regulations to protect your interests as an employer and build a strong employee-employer relationship for business success.
Nowadays, there is an increasing need for Human Resource professionals to be adept in understanding and applying labour laws so that informed decisions can be taken to strengthen the employee-employer relationship and avoid uncomfortable situations.
In the ever so complex world we live in and with the myriad of changes brought on with the introduction and amendments of so many acts in the past 3 years, it is a must for managers and professionals to attend this workshop so as to have a strong grasp of Mauritian labour laws.
Failure to comply with labour laws can lead to heavy penalties, fines as well as potential negative press and legal expenses. With employee lawsuits on the rise and HR practitioners on the front lines, it is now more critical than ever that you are armed with the information you need to protect your organisation from expensive liability, so act today and join our workshop to get the training you need
Learning Outcomes
- A better understanding of the labor law legal framework in Mauritius which includes amongst others The Workers’ Rights Act 2019, The Employment Relations Act 2008, The COVID-19 (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2020 and The Finance (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2020.
- A practical understanding of case-laws and precedence of cases that have appeared before the Employment Relations Tribunal (ERT) and the Commission for Conciliation and Mediation (CCM).
- Knowledge and understanding vis-à-vis several topics such as Work Agreements, General Conditions of Employment, Entitlement to leaves, Termination of Agreement and Reduction of Workforce, Portable Retirement Gratuity Fund (PRGF), Gratuity, Pay Research Bureau, The Constitution And Administration Of Trade Unions, Collective Bargaining, Labour Disputes And Dispute Settlement, Employment Relations Institutions, Remuneration Regulations, The Contribution Sociale Généralisée (CSG), Policies and manuals on Employee Handbook, Disciplinary Procedures, The Occupational Safety and Health Act and the Data Protection Act.
Audience
Managers, Line Managers, Team Leaders, Supervisors, Executives, HR Professionals and People new to the HR profession.
Duration
54 hours
Introduction to Reward Management and Salary Benchmarking
The objective of this workshop is to help the participants acquire the necessary skills to understand the link between business and reward strategy, manage compensation and benefits based on best practices and develop competitive pay structures.
Nowadays, job hopping is a common phenomenon. Gone are the days where employees would spend their entire career at one company. Having a good and fair reward system in place helps keep the turnover rate of a company under control as employees are happier and more loyal. Rewards such as recognition can motivate employees to work even harder and go the extra mile.
In this workshop, participants will learn about the key reward concepts and the link between business and reward strategy. They will be shown how to manage compensation and benefits based on best practices and how to design and develop grade and pay structures.
Learning Outcomes
The participant will be able to:
- Gain an overview of key reward concepts
- Understand the link between business and reward strategy
- Use total rewards to attract, retain and motivate employees
- Understand the total reward framework
- Manage compensation and benefits based on best practices
- Design and develop grade and pay structures
- Learn how to model pay bands to ensure external competitiveness and internal equity
- Gain insights into the importance and relevance of market data and the benchmarking process
Audience
Professionals, Managers, Team Leaders, Supervisors, Executives and anyone in the HR field including compensation and benefits specialists.
Duration
14 hours
The Workers' Rights Act 2019 - Made Simple
The objective of this training course is to provide a simplified but in-depth understanding of The Workers’ Rights Act 2019 and its practical use and applications as part of the Mauritian legal framework.
During this seminar, participants will learn about the major changes in relation to The Workers’ Rights Act (WRA) 2019. Moreover, the COVID-19 (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2020 amended the WRA 2019. This seminar will also explain to its audience the changes that happened.
Furthermore, a second set of amendments was made to the WRA 2019 with the passing of the Finance (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2020. This seminar will also cover these changes. It is vital that you understand the WRA 2019 so that you can make informed business decisions and by attending this workshop, you will gain the knowledge to do just that.
Learning Outcomes
The participant will be able to learn:
- The changes in the Mauritian employment laws following the introduction of the WRA 2019 and post the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Transition from the Employment Rights Act (ERA) 2008 to The Workers’ Rights Act 2019 (ERA has now been repealed).
- New Provisions and their interpretations in The Workers’ Rights Act 2019
- Exceptions of Sections and Parts that apply to all employees
- Responsibility of Employers and Employees
Audience
HR Managers, Managers, Team leaders, HR Professionals and anyone who requires a hand-on knowledge and experience of the Workers’ Rights Act 2019 in the performance of their duties.
Duration
8 hours
Contract of Employment - Do's and Don'ts
The objective of this course is to help participants understand what to do and what not to do in all matters related to contracts of employment but most importantly, how to draft effective contracts of employment.
This seminar is part of our initiative to make labour legislation simple following the success of our recent seminars on the “The Workers’ Rights Act 2019 – Made Simple” and “Employment Relations Act 2008 – Made Simple”
Organisations need to ensure compliance with corporate legislations in a way that increases their competitive advantage. During this seminar, participants will learn the rights and responsibilities of an employer when drafting a contract of employment, the terms that should and should not be in a contract of employment, and contractual issues and pitfalls that may arise in different situations. Drafting effective contracts of employment can protect you and your company against some serious and unwanted situations which could have otherwise been avoided.
Learning Outcomes
The participant will be able to learn about:
- Demystifying contracts of employment.
- The Do’s and Don’ts of contracts of employment.
- The Types of contracts of employment.
- The Common pitfalls of contracts of employment.
- The Procedures to follow from signing a contract of employment to termination.
Audience
Executives, Managers, Team Leaders, Supervisors, HR Professionals and anymore involved in people management.
Duration
8 hours
Employment Relations Act 2008 - Made Simple
The objective of this course is to help participants gain a better understanding of the “Employment Relations Act” which was amended in 2019 and then again in 2020 following the introduction of the “COVID-19 (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2020”.
During this seminar, you will learn how employers, employees and trade unions must deal with each other openly and honestly. You will also learn about the concept of good faith behaviour when it comes to collective bargaining. This will improve your negotiation skills which may help avoid labour disputes or if a labour dispute were to arise in the future, enable you to achieve a strong grasp of the “Employment Relations Act” will help you know exactly where you stand, assess the situation and mitigate any potential damage by following the appropriate procedures as mentioned in the “Employment Relations Act”.
Learning Outcomes
The participant will be able to:
- Have a stronger grasp of the “Employment Relations Act”, how it impacts you and your company
- Understand the EReA amendments made in 2019 and in the “COVID-19 (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2020
- Successfully negotiate with trade unions as an employer
- Know whether you can join or form a trade union as an employee
- Navigate labour disputes and understand the proper settlement procedures
Audience
Managers and Assistant Managers, Senior and Junior Executives, Team Leaders, Supervisors, HR Professionals and parties concerned with industrial relations.
Duration
8 hours