Online Course on POSH Law and Compliance
Understand the POSH Act, 2013 and develop practical knowledge of workplace compliance, complaint handling, inquiry procedures and POSH policy drafting through 5+ hours of structured learning.
About the Online Certificate Course on POSH Law and Compliance
The Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 is a mandatory compliance law for workplaces in India.
Beyond statutory obligation, POSH compliance is essential for creating a safe, inclusive and legally sound work environment.
This course provides practical clarity on the legal framework, employer duties, complaint handling, inquiry procedures, committee constitution and policy drafting.
By the end of the course, learners will understand both the legal provisions and the real-world implementation requirements of POSH compliance.
Key POSH Compliance Problems Covered
- Unclear understanding of what constitutes sexual harassment
- Incorrect constitution of the Internal Committee
- Improper handling of workplace complaints
- Failure to follow principles of natural justice
- Non-compliance with employer duties and annual reporting
- Absence of a legally compliant POSH policy
Build Practical Understanding of POSH Compliance
Study the law, committee structure, inquiry process, employer obligations and policy-drafting requirements.
Skills Learners Can Develop
The course develops a structured understanding of how POSH law is interpreted and implemented within organisations.
Identify Sexual Harassment
Understand the statutory definition and distinguish conduct that may or may not fall within a POSH complaint.
Apply the POSH Act
Understand applicability across physical, virtual and extended workplaces.
Understand Employer Duties
Learn the duties imposed on employers under Section 19 and the consequences of non-compliance.
Constitute Committees
Understand the composition, qualifications, tenure and powers of Internal and Local Committees.
Handle Complaints
Learn the timelines, requirements and procedural steps involved in filing and handling complaints.
Conduct Fair Inquiries
Apply principles of natural justice while understanding inquiry reports, recommendations and post-inquiry action.
Draft POSH Policies
Learn the core elements of a legally compliant workplace POSH policy.
Manage Annual Compliance
Understand annual reporting, employee sensitisation and organisational compliance requirements.
Designed for Learners and Legal Professionals
Law Students
Useful for undergraduate and postgraduate law students interested in employment law, compliance and workplace governance.
Recent Law Graduates
Helpful for graduates preparing for legal, compliance, HR-support and advisory roles.
Lawyers and Advocates
Relevant for practitioners advising organisations or handling workplace complaints and inquiries.
Corporate Legal Professionals
Supports professionals responsible for internal compliance, policies and workplace investigations.
HR and Compliance Professionals
Provides legal context for committee administration, awareness programmes and complaint processes.
Anyone Seeking Upskilling
Suitable for learners who want a structured introduction to POSH law and workplace compliance.
Learn POSH Law Through Compliance and Procedure
Receive structured lessons, practical context, reading resources and one-year course access.
POSH Law and Compliance Course Plan
The curriculum covers the legal framework, committees, complaint and inquiry procedures, employer duties and policy drafting.
Module 1: Introduction to POSH Law
- Historical background of sexual harassment law in India
- Objectives and intent of the POSH Act, 2013
- Key definitions under the POSH Act
- Understanding what constitutes sexual harassment
Module 2: Legal Framework and Compliance
- Overview of the POSH Act, 2013
- What can and cannot be considered a POSH complaint
- Applicability to physical, virtual and extended workplaces
- Duties of the employer under Section 19
- Penalties and consequences for non-compliance
Module 3: Committees under POSH – Constitution and Power
- Internal Committee: composition, qualification and tenure
- Local Committee: when and how it is constituted
- Powers and responsibilities of the IC and LC
- Role of the Presiding Officer and external members
Module 4: Complaint and Inquiry Procedure
- Filing complaints: timelines and requirements
- Inquiry process under POSH law
- Principles of natural justice in POSH inquiries
- Drafting inquiry reports
- Recommendations and action after inquiry
Module 5: POSH Compliance and Policy Drafting
- POSH compliance requirements for organisations
- Preparation and filing of the annual POSH report
- Employee training and sensitisation programmes
- Drafting a legally compliant POSH policy
Where POSH Law and Compliance Knowledge Is Used
Workplace Policies
Drafting, reviewing and implementing organisational POSH policies.
Internal Committees
Supporting lawful constitution and functioning of the Internal Committee.
Complaint Handling
Managing timelines, records and procedural requirements when complaints are received.
Workplace Inquiries
Conducting fair inquiries in accordance with natural justice and statutory procedure.
Employer Compliance
Understanding statutory duties, penalties and organisational responsibilities.
Annual Reporting
Preparing annual POSH reports and maintaining compliance documentation.
Training and Sensitisation
Planning employee awareness and workplace sensitisation programmes.
Legal Advisory
Advising employers, employees and committees on POSH-related legal questions.
Meet the Mentors
Adv. Vidushi Verma
Assistant Professor of Law and UGC NET 2024 qualified. She is an LLM Gold Medallist from NLU Odisha and has 4+ years of industry experience, including her role as Assistant Manager (Legal) at HDFC Limited. She specialises in regulatory compliance and workplace governance laws.
Ms. Sakshi Kothari
Certified POSH Trainer and Assistant Professor of Law. She is a Gold Medalist in BBA LL.B. (Hons.) and LL.M. in International Trade and Investment Law, with academic and practical expertise in corporate compliance and workplace law implementation.
Build Practical Knowledge of Workplace Compliance
Learn how POSH duties, committees, complaints, inquiries and policies operate in practice.
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Questions About the POSH Law and Compliance Course
What is included in this POSH law course?
The course includes 5+ hours of structured learning, five modules, 6+ reading resources, one-year access and a certificate of completion.
Is this course suitable for law students?
Yes. It is suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate law students who want to understand workplace law, compliance and inquiry procedures.
Can lawyers and corporate professionals enrol?
Yes. The course is relevant for lawyers, advocates, corporate legal professionals and others involved in workplace compliance.
Does the course cover Internal Committees?
Yes. It covers the constitution, qualifications, tenure, powers and responsibilities of Internal and Local Committees.
Does the course explain complaint and inquiry procedures?
Yes. It covers complaint timelines, inquiry procedure, natural justice, inquiry reports, recommendations and post-inquiry action.
Does the course include POSH policy drafting?
Yes. The final module covers organisational compliance, annual reporting, sensitisation and drafting a legally compliant POSH policy.
When will course access be provided?
Access is provided immediately after successful payment. Learners should check the email address used during enrolment.
How long will I have access?
The course remains accessible for one year from enrolment.
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