Online / Homerton College, University of Cambridge

Workplace Behaviour -
HR Edition

Corporate Training, Official College Programme at the University of Cambridge
Options:
Residential Course:
Custom Dates | 15 H | 3 Days
£
3100
Online Course:
Custom Dates | 15 H | 5 Sessions
£
985
Disciplines:
Management
Multidisciplinary
Law
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Workplace Behaviour

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About the Couse

This Professional Development Programme is designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to create a positive workplace culture and manage conflict effectively. Workplace behaviour issues such as bullying, harassment, and other forms of conflict can significantly impact productivity and employee wellbeing. This course explores the responsibilities of line managers in fostering a healthy, safe, and inclusive work environment, including legal aspects of harassment and strategies for early conflict resolution.

Through a series of interactive sessions, participants will learn how to investigate and address complaints of bullying and harassment, manage conduct concerns, and support employee wellbeing. The course will also cover legal obligations, such as the new duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace, and equip managers with practical tools for conflict resolution and promoting
psychological safety.

Learning Objectives

Understand Workplace Harassment
- Recognise the forms and impact of harassment, including bullying, discrimination, and sexual harassment.

Identify and Address Harassment
- Learn to spot harassment behaviours and intervene appropriately to resolve issues.

Know Your Legal and Ethical Duties
- Understand your responsibilities under workplace policies and laws, including the duty to prevent harassment.

Promote a Harassment-Free Culture
- Apply strategies to foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment.

Enhance Conflict Resolution Skills
- Develop tools to address workplace conflicts early and effectively.

Support Employee Wellbeing
- Promote mental health and psychological safety through effective management practices.

This Programme
is Specifically
designed for:
  • HR Professionals & People Managers responsible for fostering a respectful workplace, handling misconduct, and ensuring compliance with evolving employment laws.
  • Business Leaders & Senior Executives seeking to create a culture of accountability, inclusion, and psychological safety.
  • Employee Relations & Wellbeing Specialists dedicated to conflict resolution, grievance management, and supporting employee mental health.
  • Legal & Compliance Officers ensuring organisations meet their duty to prevent workplace harassment and uphold ethical standards.
  • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Leaders committed to embedding best practices that promote a safe and inclusive work environment.

The Programme Outcomes:

  • Strengthen HR’s role in cultivating a positive, legally compliant workplace.
  • Gain actionable strategies for preventing harassment and resolving conflicts early.
  • Understand legal frameworks, including employer liability and duty of care.
  • Develop leadership approaches that support psychological safety and employee wellbeing.
  • Equip managers with the skills to handle grievances, misconduct, and cultural transformation effectively.

Empowering Minds at Every Level: Professionals, Leaders, Students

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Program Schedule

Plan Your Success
Day #
Tuesday

09.30-10.00

Official Group Photograph

10.00-12.00

Session 1
  • Introductory quiz to check knowledge/Objective setting
  • The role of line managers in creating a working environment that is free from bullying and harassment
  • What is bullying and harassment
  • The law on harassment including employers’ liability

12.00-13.00

Lunch in College

13.00-15.00

Session 2
  • How to investigate and manage a complaint of bullying or harassment
  • The importance of creating an environment where employees feel safe
to report
Day #
Weekday

10.00-12.00

Session 3
  • Other (non-legal) sources of potential conflict in the workplace
  • Early resolution options
  • Skills for early conflict resolution

12.00-13.00

Lunch in College

13.00-15.00

Session 4
  • New duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace
  • What is sexual harassment
  • Reasonable steps to take
Day #
Weekday

10.00-12.00

Session 5
  • Managing absences and ill-health
  • Giving constructive feedback
  • Managing conduct concerns
  • Responding to flexible working requests

12.00-13.00

Lunch in College

13.00-15.00

Session 6
  • The impact of employee wellbeing
  • Psychological safety
  • How the manager/employer can support wellbeing
  • Management styles

15.00-15.15

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Session 1: Understanding Workplace Behaviour and Legal Responsibilities

  • Introductory quiz to check knowledge / Objective setting
  • What is bullying and harassment
  • The role of line managers in creating a working environment that is free from bullying and harassment
  • The law on harassment, including employers’ liability
  • New duty to prevent sexual harassment in the workplace
  • What is sexual harassment
  • Reasonable steps to take
Day #
Weekday

Session 2: Handling Complaints and Managing Risk

  • How to investigate and manage a complaint of bullying or harassment
  • The importance of creating an environment where employees feel safe to report
  • Managing conduct concerns
  • Giving constructive feedback
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Weekday

Session 3: Conflict Prevention and Early Resolution

  • Other (non-legal) sources of potential conflict in the workplace
  • Early resolution options
  • Skills for early conflict resolution
  • Responding to flexible working requests
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Session 4: Wellbeing and Psychological Safety

  • The impact of employee wellbeing
  • Psychological safety
  • How the manager/employer can support wellbeing
  • Management styles
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Session 5: Managing Performance and Supporting Health

  • Managing absences and ill-health
  • Supporting employee engagement and motivation (linked to wellbeing)
  • Aligning feedback and conduct management with performance goals
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Teachers

Expert Educators, Transformative Learning Experiences.

Mark Anderson

Financial Crime & HR Consultant
Ex-investment banker turned global AML/financial crime expert, advising governments and institutions on compliance and HR.
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Mark Anderson

Having had a successful career as an investment banker & trader, Mark Anderson has built a global reputation as a consultant and ‘trouble-shooter’ for businesses, particularly those with Anti- Money Laundering, Financial Crime & HR-related issues. Mark has worked with Governments and quasi-Governmental institutions worldwide as well as some of the world’s leading financial institutions. His recent projects have included setting up HR divisions, working on offshoring projects and successfully training thousands of staff globally to spot and eradicate money laundering & financial crime.

Jonny Andrews

Theology & Sports Management Professional
Theology graduate now in education and rugby management, pursuing a Masters in Social Innovation at Cambridge Judge.
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Jonny Andrews

During his time as a undergraduate student at the University of Cambridge, Jonny Andrews studied Theology, Religion and Philosophy of Religion, with particular focus on religion in the Pacific Islands and the ever-changing global religious landscape. He also represented the University of Cambridge at rugby and cricket.

Since graduating from Homerton College, he has worked for BlueBridge Education as Special Projects Manager and for Cambridge University Rugby Club as Assistant DirectordRugby. He is also currently studying for a Masters in Social Innovation at the Cambridge Judge Business School.

Reviews

Hear From Those Who’ve Transformed Their Futures
The training programme exceeded my expectations. It provided invaluable insights and practical strategies that I could immediately apply to my work. The sessions were engaging, interactive, and tailored to real-world business challenges. The expert trainers created a dynamic learning environment, making complex topics easy to understand and implement. Since completing the programme, I have seen a noticeable improvement in my skills, confidence, and overall performance. I highly recommend it to professionals looking to enhance their expertise and stay ahead in their industry.
Kate

Kate

Corporate Training Participant
Working with BlueBridge Education to build a bespoke leadership course for our senior healthcare managers was an outstanding experience. From the initial consultation through to programme delivery, the team showed professionalism, insight, and flexibility. Our delegates particularly appreciated the small-group learning and the opportunity to step outside their daily roles and reflect. Hosting it at a Homerton College added depth and distinction. We’re already planning our next cohort.
Nathan

Nathan

Corporate Client
The St Edmunds Global Programme was an eye-opening journey into business and entrepreneurship. Learning from Cambridge academics and collaborating with ambitious peers challenged me to think strategically, refine my problem-solving skills, and apply design thinking to real-world challenges. The entrepreneurship module, in particular, gave me the confidence to develop and pitch business ideas, shaping my approach to future opportunities. Beyond academics, the experience of living in Cambridge was truly inspiring. I left with new skills, valuable connections, and a clear direction for my future in business.
Daniel

Daniel

St Edmund’s Global Programme
2023 Student

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