Human Resource Management Certification Review I
For experienced HR practitioners who are planning to take the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification examinations administered by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI), this course, based on the SHRM Learning System, provides an overview of key areas in human resource management. Three modules correspond to three of the six functional areas, responsibilities, and associated knowledge of HR as defined by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI): strategic management, human resource development, and workforce planning and employment.
Besides being a powerful tool to begin preparing for the PHR or SPHR certification exams, the course provides professional development for you and your HR department. Obtain a solid foundation for managing the HR challenges you face in today`s demanding work environment. Strengthen individual competencies and productivity, while gaining a current reference of HR practices. If you are a functional specialist, broaden your perspective.
Candidates for the HRCI must have at least two (2) years of exempt-level experience in the HR field in order to earn either the PHR or SPHR designation. Individuals uncertain of their eligibility should contact HRCI at 800-283-7476, Option #4, or by email at hrci@shrm.org.
The HRCI exams are computer-based, with preliminary pass/fail status available upon completion. Testing must be scheduled during annual exam periods in May-June or December-January. The exam registration is eparate from the review course registration and must be postmarked by the advertised deadline or submitted with a late fee by two weeks after the deadline. To download the latest HRCI Certification Handbook, which contains further details about xams, fee schedules, and more, go to www.hrci.org/certification.
Program Topics
Module 1: Human Resource Development
- Key legislation
- HRD and the organization
- Adult learning and motivation
- Training and development
- Talent management
- Developing leaders
- Performance management
Module 2: Strategic Management
- The role of HR in organizations
- The strategic planning process
- Assessing the internal environment
- Scanning the external environment
- Evaluating HR`s strategic contributions
- Measuring Human Resources Effectiveness
- Ethical issues affecting organizations
- HR and the legislative and regulatory environment
Module 3: Workforce Planning and Employment
- Key legislation affecting employee rights
- Privacy and consumer protection
- EEO/Affirmative Action
- Gender discrimination and harassment
- Organizational staffing requirements
- Job analysis and documentation
- Recruitment
- Flexible staffing
- Selection and retention
- Organizational exit
- Employee records management
Who Should Attend
The course is specifically designed for managers and staff with experience in general management or human resource management, including:
- HR practitioners seeking professional development to enhance or advance their career;
- Experienced managers who are new to the human resource field;
- Other mid-level managers pursuing career change or promotion;
- HR professionals planning to take the PHR or SPHR certification exams.
Certification review content reflects the general body of knowledge tested by HRCI. These courses in no way guarantee or assure success on the HRCI exam. Students must use the most recent edition of the SHRM® Learning System (included in course fees) and are strongly urged not to purchase used materials.
For information about Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) membership, contact shrm.oahu.ef@hawaiibiz.rr.com, or visit the SHRM Hawai`i web site, href="http://www.shrmhawaii.org/">www.shrmhawaii.org. For questions regarding program content, contact Danny Ishii, (808) 543-4665, email:
Danny.ishii@heco.com
For further information about University of Hawai`i arrangements, including registration deadlines, payment assistance programs, the pre-class reading assignment, or other questions, contact Paulette Feeney, (808) 956-2037, email: Pfeeney@hawaii.edu.
Course Information:
- Sep 13, 27, and Oct 11 • Sat • 9:00am-3:30pm • 3 mtgs • UHM Shidler College of Business D104 • $475 (General), $425 (SHRM Member); includes materials and practice test questions • Must be taken with HR Certification Review II • Registration deadline: Sep 4 • sweater and brown bag lunch suggested
with Danny Ishii, Certified HR Professionals
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