Lawsikho

Learning objectives of this course

To learn about the role of HR in an organisation - from the perspective of a startup founder/ CXO, and that of a managing partner of a law firm
To learn about data protection-related issues related to the HR function
How lawyers can assist organisations with HR-related work

What is unique about this course

This course is an introductory course focussing on strategic HR for Startups.
Apart from practical lessons, you will have access to numerous templates.
You will learn through Lawsikho’s unique teaching methodology, comprising classes, exercises and in-line feedback on your submissions. You will have 1 weekly class of 1 - 1.5 hours and perform 2 exercises in each class. In a week, you will acquire 2 skills.
You will be given an opportunity to work on one writing assignment during the term of the course that shall be published on the iPleaders blog if it meets our specifications.
Any doubt regarding a topic shall be addressed within 24 hours.
In the span of the course, you will need to perform 4 assignments (or 8 simulation exercises) relating to assisting startups.
To pass the course, you must complete at least 50% of the assignments and attempt an MCQ test. The average study time required is about 1 hour per day, at your own place. If you miss a class, you can watch a recording.

Money-back guarantee

If you take this course, follow it diligently for a month, do all the exercises but still do not find value in it, or not able to understand or follow it or not find it good for any reason, we will refund the entire course fee to you. It is a 100% money-back guarantee with only one condition, you must pursue it properly for a month. If you don’t find it valuable after that, get your entire money back.

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Training Methodology

Online 24/7 access

Access to basic study material through an online learning management system, Android and iOS app

Hard Copy Study Material

Hard copy study material modules to be couriered to your address

Practical Exercises

2 practical exercises every week, followed by written feedback

Live Online Classes

Based on the exercises, there will be a live video-based online class. You can ask questions, share your screen, get personal feedback in this class.

Convenient Class timings

Classes are held after regular work hours. Typically classes are kept on Sunday afternoon or 8-9 pm on other days.

Live Doubt Clearing

You can ask questions, get your doubt cleared live as well as through online forums

Industry Academia Panel

Jayantika Ganguly

Lawyer. Writer. Sherlockian. Traveller. Dreamer. Life Coach.

Online Faculty

Jayantika Ganguly

Lawyer. Writer. Sherlockian. Traveller. Dreamer. Life Coach.

Harman Saini

CPO at Lawsikho, Former Unacademy HR manager

Syllabus

Role of HR in an organisation - a startup founder/ CXOs perspective

When does a startup founder need an HR? What is the role of HR in a startup? Top 5 ways in which HR can help startups How “culture” trumps capital - Warren Buffett’s observations on the Kiewitt company Role and importance of hiring a CPO early on: Case study of Patty Mc Chord and Netflix’s rapid expansion What is the composition and structure of an HR team in a large organisation? What are the different sub-verticals, their designations, and Job Descriptions? What are the key policies administered by HR? How is performance and effectiveness of HR function determined? What are the key policies administered by HR teams? Important business scenarios when you need to get HR involved Tentative Exercise: Identify and frame at least 2 policies that you would need in your law practice. Identify 3 things you would do to build loyalty and a great culture. What HR systems would you need

Key strategic HR initiatives from a startup’s perspective

How to create a robust onboarding plan and training system for new joinees How to document key processes The Function Accountability Chart and Process Accountability Chart How to configure a project-management or a knowledge management system How to administer an organisation-wide OKR system How to set up a weekly management system for smooth running of the company How to configure a grievance management system

HR and data protection-related work in respect of tech startups

Understanding of which departments have access to employee data in an organisation Overview of common business needs for which employee data may need to be processed Legal requirements and limitations for processing employee data How to deal with common issues around retention of employee records, tracking employee email and devices, use of time tracking software, remote work monitoring, etc. Scenarios where employee data may need to be shared with third parties - e.g. employment verification service providers Specific organisational policies, access controls and systems for employee data processing How to handle DSARs from employees How to handle data breaches How to treat data of employees of your B2B clients, or of controllers, processors and sub-processors Trainings required to be conducted for handling employee data Tentative Exercise: Advise a SAAS company that offers POS software to restaurants in Europe. Advise them on how to comply with this in two scenarios:

- When it doesn’t have presence in US, but it may have resellers or distributors in Europe
- When it has an office in Europe. Optional: Do this for Canada, US and South East Asia (Philippines and Singapore)

How to engage with lawyers on HR-related projects and initiatives

Employment Contracts Consultancy Agreements Employment policies Remote work monitoring policies How to get employee buy-ins ESOPs, phantom stock option plans and stock appreciation rights programs POSH-related work Legal compliance under domestic law Legal compliance for international payments or hiring foreign employees for foreign offices Enforcement of contractual breaches, such as non-compliance with notice period, non-solicit, non-compete damage or appropriation of company property, misuse of confidential information Disputes with regulators Tentative Exercise: Prepare a 3-month engagement plan for a startup (approx. 10-20 hours per month) to help them get started with employment-related compliance 1-2 classes for a presentation on assignments with an eminent faculty.

How to find international remote work projects around strategic HR

How to find international remote work projects around HR How to use freelancing platforms like Upwork and Fiverr How to create a compelling profile on Upwork and other platforms How to write an effective proposal How to determine a pricing for your time How to build your track record and collect testimonials Best practices for securing projects Tentative Exercise: Create a profile with work samples on Upwork; Send at least 5 proposals in a day for 1 week.

Course Plan

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RS. 20000 incl. of all charges

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Printed study material (by courier)

1 online live class/ week (4 weeks)

2 practical or drafting exercises per week (4 weeks)

1 optional writing assignment

Get digital access to entire study material

Access on LMS, Android & iOS app

Instructor feedback on assignments

Doubt clearing on WhatsApp, LMS & classes

Instructor led course with online live classes

Online exams (give exams as per your convenience on given time slots)

Certificate (by courier)

Training for writing and publishing articles

Networking with other students & alumni

Access to updated content online for 3 years

Doubt clearing within 24 hours