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SHRM®
Learning System University Program with newly updated
information for the Spring PHR and SPHR examinations.
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6:00-7:30 PM Tuesday,
August 19, 2008 at the VCU School of Business, Snead Hall at 301 West Main Street (corner of Main of Belvidere),
Room 3189 (Center for Corporate Education Training Room, 3rd floor)
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Class Schedule: |
The class
will meet weekly on Tuesdays, from 6:00-9:00 PM with our Fall
2008 program beginning on Tuesday, August 26, 2008 and ending on
November 25, 2008.
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Exam
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You can increase your probability of
passing the PHR and SPHR examination by taking VCU's
certification review program. There are hundreds of satisfied
former participants who believe they would not have passed the
exam if not for this review program. To learn more about this program please visit the
Exam Review
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Introduction
SPHR or PHR Sections?
Who Should Attend?
Program Benefits
What Will You Learn in this Program?
General Information About our Program
INTRODUCTION (up)
This program is designed to provide you with an overview of key areas in human resource management. Materials include six modules that correspond to the six functional areas, responsibilities, and associated knowledge as defined by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI).
Besides being an excellent resource for orienting you to the PHR or SPHR certification exams, the SHRM® Learning System Program provides a solid foundation for managing the HR challenges you face in today's demanding work environment. It supplies a current reference of HR practices, broadens the perspective of functional specialists, and strengthens individual competencies and productivity.
This program is offered in cooperation with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and uses study material compatible for preparing for the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) and Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification examinations administered by HRCI. Candidates who satisfactorily complete this program receive a non-credit Certificate from SHRM and the VCU School of Business.
**CLASS CONTINGENCY NOTE - In the event an insufficient number of participants specify a PHR or SPHR preference both classes will be taught identically. Also, in the event there is insufficient enrollment to operate two classes, a single class will be held at the School on TUESDAYS. Participants would be enrolled in this single class based on the earliest dates their registrations were received at the Center for Corporate Education for either class. Maximum class size is 25.
SPHR OR PHR SECTIONS (up)
The subjects covered in each program are the same. However, the SPHR program places greater emphasis on HR generalist information at the strategic and policy level. The SPHR class is appropriate for those with at least six years of exempt-level HR experience. The PHR class is generally considered appropriate for HR professionals with two to four years of exempt-level HR work experience. (We strongly recommend you review information at
www.hrci.org as you make an enrollment decision.)
WHO SHOULD ATTEND (up)
Our program is specifically designed for managers and staff with experience in general management or human resource management. It is recommended for: 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; and HR professionals planning to take the PHR or SPHR certification exams.
PROGRAM BENEFITS (up)
Through participation in our program, you can enjoy many benefits, including:
- Career advancement: Our program is strategic in nature, preparing HR professionals for career advancement opportunities. The program features open, interactive forums and "real-world" application exercises to effectively reinforce the key concepts of each session.
- Practitioner-focused and competency-based: The curriculum is designed by subject matter experts and includes application exercises that develop specific competencies and decision-making skills.
- Tuition reimbursement: As a university-based program, participants may be eligible to apply for employer tuition reimbursement.
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Action-oriented curriculum: Our program provides opportunities for HR professionals to network, share "real-world" experiences, and apply what they've learned to the workplace.
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Re-certification credits: Certified HR professionals can earn credits toward PHR/SPHR re-certification
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN IN THIS PROGRAM? (up)
6 Professional Development Modules
Module One: Strategic Management
- The Role of Human Resources in Organizations
- The Strategic Planning Process
- Assessing the internal
Environment
- Scanning the External Environment
- Evaluating HR's Strategic Contributions
- Ethical Issues Affecting Organizations
- HR and the Legislative and Regulatory Environment
Module Two: Workforce Planning and Employment
- Key Legislation Affecting Employee Rights
- Key Legislation Affecting Privacy and Consumer Protection
- Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action
- Gender Discrimination and Harassment in the Workplace
- Organizational Staffing Requirements
- Job Analysis and Documentation
- Recruitment
- Flexible Staffing
- Selection and Retention
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Organizational Exit
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Employee Records Management
Module Three: Human Resource Development
- Key Legislation
- Human Resource Development and the Organization
- Organizational Development Initiatives
- Adult Learning and Motivation
- Training and Development
- Talent Management
- Developing Leaders
- Performance Management
Module Four: Total Rewards
- Key Compensation Legislation
- Total Rewards and the Strategic Focus of the Organization
- Compensation Structure
- Compensation Systems
- Introduction to Benefit Programs and Key Benefits Legislation
- Government-Mandated Benefits
- Deferred Compensation Plans
- Health-Care Benefits
- Other Non-statutory Benefits
- Compensation & Benefit Programs for International Employees
- Evaluating the Total Rewards System and Communicating It to Employees
Module Five: Employee and Labor Relations
- Laws Affecting Employee and Labor Relations
- Employee Relations and Organizational Culture
- Employee Involvement Strategies
- Measuring Employee Attitude
- Policies, Procedures and Work Rules
- Discipline and Complaint Resolution
- Labor Relation Legislation and Union Organizing
- Unfair Labor Practices
- Collective Bargaining
- Strikes and Secondary Boycotts
Module Six:
Risk Management
- Organizational Risk
- Key Legislation
- Safety
- Health
- Security
- Privacy
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT OUR PROGRAM (up)
Contact:
The SHRM® Learning System University Program is offered through the Center for Corporate Education at the School of Business, Virginia Commonwealth University,
301 West Main Street, Richmond, VA 23220-4000. Inquiries and requests for additional information may be made by calling (804) 828-3165, FAX (804) 828-6615, or email corp-ed@vcu.edu .
Program Fees:
$1200.00 per person ($1150.00 for current members of SHRM or RHRMA) OUR FEE
INCLUDES the Learning System materials AND the CD-ROM official Learning
Software. Payment may be made by VISA, MasterCard, American Express, or by
check made payable to "VCU
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS FOUNDATION."*
Our fee does not include those required by the Society for Human Resource
Management's HRCI Certificate Examination or for any other comprehensive
examination review programs.
Parking will
be available to the participants at their expense.
Acceptance as a Program Registrant:
There is a 25 participant maximum in each program. Registration must be accompanied by fee payments and are accepted in the order in which they are received by the Center for Corporate Education. Confirmation of your registration will be made within three days of its receipt. In the event only one class is held, registrants will be admitted based on the date their application was originally received for either class. VCU is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution providing access to education without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's status, political affiliation or disability.
Refund Policy:
Once participants receive their learning materials they are not refundable. Refunds (less approximately $500.00 for learning materials if received by you) are 100% prior to
registration deadline, 80% after the registration deadline, 50%
after the first class and no refunds thereafter (after second
class).
Attendance Requirements for Program Participation:
As part of the requirement to receive a Certificate of Completion, registrant's must be in attendance for 80% of the total class sessions for these programs.
HRCI Exam Application Requirement: To earn either a PHR or SPHR designation, at least 2 years of exempt-level experience in HR is required to apply for the examination. Visit
www.HRCI.org for details
Starting March!
For Mail in Registrations
Please fill out the
registration form
and mail/fax it to us at
VCU School of Business
Center for Corporate Education
301 West Main Street, PO Box 844000
Richmond, VA 23220.
Fax: (804) 828-6615
For Online Registrations
Please visit the VCU Coporate Education Online Services
*The VCU School of Business Foundation is a nonprofit organization
devoted entirely to the welfare of Virginia Commonwealth University's
School of Business - FIN 20-2661802. Virginia Commonwealth University
is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action University.
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