Training Course on Ethics and Fairness in the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

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Training Course on Ethics and Fairness in the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment
Duration One Week
Price £3900.00
Language English/Arabic

In today’s world, artificial intelligence (AI) technologies are advancing at an unprecedented pace, making algorithms and machine learning systems a central part of decision-making in organizations. Recruitment, one of the most sensitive processes affecting an organization’s future, is no exception to this digital transformation. With the continuous evolution of intelligent analytics systems, companies increasingly rely on Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to screen resumes, assess candidates, analyze interviews, predict job success, and even measure cultural fit.

In this fast-paced context, there is a growing need to deeply understand the ethical side of using these technologies, especially with rising concerns about algorithmic bias, indirect discrimination, and lack of transparency in decision-making. Studies have shown that, despite their high efficiency, intelligent systems can reproduce biases embedded in historical data, unintentionally disadvantaging certain candidate groups. Therefore, building a clear framework that promotes digital fairness and protects individual rights and data is essential.

The Dubai Premier Training Centre offers this specialized course, designed to equip HR professionals and organizational leaders with a practical roadmap for responsibly using AI in recruitment. The course enables participants to examine algorithms, analyze ethical risks, develop governance policies to protect the organization from digital deviations, and ensure fair treatment of all job applicants. It also raises awareness of the latest international data regulations and provides tools for detecting and mitigating bias early, before it impacts recruitment decisions.

This course is exceptionally important as governments and regulatory bodies worldwide impose strict standards for AI use. Understanding the ethical aspects is no longer optional but a strategic necessity to ensure organizational sustainability, protect professional reputation, and build trust among employees and candidates. Participants will explore real-world AI recruitment applications, evaluate the fairness of AI-driven decisions, and learn how to improve and document them transparently and auditable.

With Dubai Premier Training Centre’s practical, hands-on approach, participants gain more than theoretical knowledge—they engage in case studies, critical analysis, and develop actionable organizational policies. The ultimate goal is to empower participants to lead digital recruitment transformation ethically, ensuring AI enhances opportunity and fairness rather than reproducing bias or reducing workforce diversity.

Course Objective

  • Introduce participants to ethical considerations in AI-driven recruitment.

  • Enable understanding of algorithmic bias and ways to detect and correct it.

  • Develop skills to evaluate AI systems in HR.

  • Build internal policies for responsible and fair AI use.

  • Promote transparency in candidate decision-making.

  • Improve HR professionals’ ability to protect applicant data.

  • Train participants on tools and mechanisms to ensure digital fairness throughout recruitment.

Target Audience

  • HR and Organizational Development Managers

  • Recruitment and Talent Acquisition Officers

  • Data Science and AI Analysts

  • HR and Digital Transformation Consultants

  • Professionals interested in digital governance and data protection

  • Compliance and Quality Officers

Importance of Ethics in AI Recruitment

AI in recruitment offers numerous benefits but can lead to unfair decisions if applied incorrectly. AI systems learn from historical data that may include inherited biases. Without correction, these systems can replicate biases, such as favoring certain genders or educational backgrounds. Organizations must adopt clear methodologies based on:

  • Fairness and non-discrimination

  • Transparency in AI decisions

  • Candidate privacy protection

  • Accountability for errors

  • Effective data and algorithm governance

These principles are increasingly mandated by international regulations and impact organizational reputation and candidate trust.

Course Module

  1. Introduction to AI in Recruitment

    • Evolution of AI in HR

    • Modern applications: ATS, behavioral assessment tools, video analysis, predictive models

    • Impact on speed and accuracy of candidate selection

  2. Ethics in Digital Systems

    • Difference between human and digital ethics

    • Core principles: fairness, transparency, privacy, accountability

    • Importance of a clear ethical framework

  3. Challenges of Bias and Its Types

    • Data bias: learning from unfair history

    • Algorithmic bias: flaws in model design

    • Interpretation bias: unintelligible outputs

    • Global examples of bias leading to system withdrawal

  4. Measuring Fairness in Algorithms

    • Statistical fairness metrics

    • Outcome analysis and group comparison

    • Bias detection tests

    • Data rebalancing techniques

  5. Transparency and Explaining AI Decisions

    • Why candidates must understand AI decisions

    • Explanation techniques: LIME, SHAP

    • Practical applications for HR and candidates

  6. Data Protection and Legal Compliance

    • GDPR and other data protection laws

    • Applicant data challenges

    • Data retention and deletion policies

    • Risks of unnecessary data collection

  7. Designing Ethical AI Policies

    • Writing internal policy documents

    • Defining roles and responsibilities

    • Auditing and continuous monitoring of algorithms

    • Global governance models

  8. Practical Applications and Case Studies

    • Rebuilding fair recruitment systems

    • Analyzing biased scenarios and solutions

    • Comparing traditional vs. AI recruitment systems

    • Creating remediation plans for biased models

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

  • Evaluate AI recruitment systems ethically

  • Reduce bias and enhance fairness in recruitment stages

  • Design policies governing AI usage

  • Explain AI decisions transparently

  • Protect applicant data and ensure compliance

  • Build candidate trust in digital recruitment systems

This course and other professional programs are available at Dubai Premier Training Centre.