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SHRM Learning System^® Courses

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PHR^®, SPHR^® or GPHR^®  Certification

The Fall 2009 session has been expanded to six Saturdays

Protect and Advance Your HR Career

In the current uncertain economic environment, professional certification is a great way to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to compete in today’s job market.  Prepare for certification as Professional in Human Resources (PHR®), Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR®) or Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR®) using the SHRM Learning System®.

PHR/SPHR Course

Now is the time to enroll in our updated and expanded HR Certification Institute exam preparation course for the PHR or SPHR designations. Besides being a powerful tool for certification preparation, this strategic course fosters professional advancement and builds confidence for managing HR challenges. By attending our course, you will develop new knowledge and skills that will improve your workplace effectiveness immediately.  You will also get the benefit of:

• A structured classroom environment that enhances learning and helps you stay on track;
• An experienced instructor to explain concepts and how to apply them;
• Access to more than 1,600 practice test questions and an on online resource center; and
• Opportunities to network and share real-world experiences with other HR professionals.

In addition, you can earn 3.5 continuing education units (CEUs) for completing this course. 

Full Array of HR topics in Six Learning Modules

The SHRM Learning System course provides an in-depth study of key areas in human resource management.  Course materials include six extensive print modules that correspond to the six functional areas, responsibilities and associated knowledge defined by the HR Certification Institute. 
• Strategic Management
• Workforce Planning and Employment
• Human Resource Development 
• Total Rewards
• Employee and Labor Relations
• Risk Management

Course participants will also receive a Preparation Book for specialized SPHR training, and during the course distinctions will be made between requirements for PHR and SPHR certification.

Facilitator

Bill Stopper, SPHR, is the instructor for the course.  Bill teaches in the graduate HR degree program at Manhattanville and was in charge of the development of HR professionals and executives when he was at IBM.

Course Dates and Schedule

All classes will be held on Saturdays in Brownson Hall from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following dates:

 August 29
 September 12
 October 3
 October 17
 November 7
 November 21

GPHR Course

HR has changed in the past decade, expanding across borders, cultures and economies. HR professionals earning the HR Certification Institute’s Global Professional in Human Resources (GPHR) certification will be prepared to assume responsibilities beyond U.S. regulations—and possess the capability to develop global and cross-border HR policies. Earning your GPHR certification shows that you have demonstrated mastery of the international HR body of knowledge and have accepted the challenge to stay informed of new developments in the international HR field.

The SHRM Global Learning System® has been designed to maximize your experience, education and skill set to provide you with the best chance to pass the GPHR exam. It is the most widely used HR Certification Institute certification preparation product in the marketplace.  The curriculum, designed by a world-class team of global HR and course-development experts, covers the new 2009 HR Certification Institute Global Body of Knowledge and includes a number of features and tools that develop specific competencies and decision-making skills.

Five Course Modules

1. Strategic HR Management
2. Global Talent Acquisition and Mobility
3. Global Compensation and Benefits
4. Organizational Effectiveness and Talent Development
5. Workforce Relations and Risk Management

By enrolling in our classroom-based format, you also get the benefit of:
• A structured environment that enhances learning and helps you stay on track;
• An experienced instructor to explain concepts and how to apply them;
• Opportunities to network and share real-world experiences with other HR professionals; and
• The opportunity to earn up to 3.3 continuing education units (CEUs) for completing this course.

Our blended approach to learning includes print and web-based study tools designed to enhance your exam preparation; and more than 750 sample exam questions to test your knowledge and hone your test-taking skills.

Who should take this course?

HR professionals with at least two years of exempt-level (professional) experience whose responsibilities include:
• Developing and implementing global HR strategies;
• Managing HR operations overseas; or
• International assignment management.

Facilitator

Donna Pokorny, GPHR, is the instructor for the course.  Donna is an independent consultant and formerly was Director of International Human Resource Services for Verizon.

Course Schedule

All classes will be held on Saturdays in Brownson Hall from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the following dates:

 September 12
 September 26
 October 10
 October 24
 November 7
 November 21

The SHRM/Manhattanville Connection

We offer these courses in partnership with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).  The PHR/SPHR and GPHR curricula, designed by subject matter experts, cover the 2009 HR Certification Institute Body of Knowledge and help develop specific competencies and decision-making skills. 

The SHRM advantage

The Society for Human Resource Management is the world’s largest association devoted to human resource management. The Society serves the needs of HR professionals and advances the interests of the HR profession. Founded in 1948, SHRM has more than 250,000 members in over 140 countries, and more than 575 affiliated chapters in the United States. The SHRM Learning System is a proven way to stay up-to-date on HR practices and regulations, improving both effectiveness and productivity.  Visit www.shrm.org for more information about the Society.

The Manhattanville advantage

Manhattanville is noted for its graduate degree program in human resource management.  The school is centrally located and offers a convenient schedule in a campus atmosphere conducive to learning.  Besides the discipline and support of classroom sessions, a college-based course means a higher likelihood of company tuition reimbursement and helps learners consistently beat the national exam pass rates.

Certification Exam Information

The HR Certification Institute developed the PHR/SPHR/GPHR certifications and administers the tests.  The test items are held in strict security and are not made available to SHRM or any organization.  The SHRM Learning System and the SHRM Global Learning System do not “teach to the exam.”  SHRM Learning System teams developed their own activities and questions based on the HR Certification Institute test specifications, and while these may be similar to certification exam items, they are not exact matches.

Eligibility for HR Certification Institute exams and certification itself are independent of the Manhattanville course.

Fall 2009 Testing Locations and Dates

Due to the frequent changes in HR information, policies and regulations, it is recommended that participants take certification exams in the same year they complete the learning system course.

Certification examinations are computer-based and are conducted at the 250 Prometric Test Centers around the country.  Reservations should be made directly through Thomson Prometric after the HR Certification Institute has accepted your application.  For information on the exam and how to register, visit www.hrci.org.

Register now. 

Isn’t it time you prepare for the certification exam?  These valuable credentials will set you apart as an HR professional and open the door to new career opportunities.  The registration deadlines for the Fall 2009 courses are:

• PHR/SPHR  August 21, 2009
• GPHR  September 4, 2009

There are no eligibility prerequisites for registering in the Manhattanville course, and a Certificate of Completion will be given each student who successfully completes the class.  Enrollment is limited and registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. No registration will be accepted until payment has been received. This requirement applies to all participants, including those whose employers will be paying the course fees. Confirmation letters, course materials, a campus map and payment receipt will be sent upon payment.

• BY PHONE: Call Cheryl Maloney at 914-323-5300. Please be prepared to provide your credit card information.
• BY FAX: Fax your registration form and credit card information to 914-694-3488.
• BY E-MAIL: Send your registration and credit card information to maloneyc@mville.edu
• BY MAIL: Mail your registration form, and check (payable to Manhattanville College) or credit card information, to the following address:
  
  William G. Stopper
  School of Graduate & Professional Studies
  Manhattanville College – Brownson Hall 105
  2900 Purchase Street
  Purchase, NY 10577

To Download the Registration form, click here. 

Cancellations, Refunds and Substitutions

Registrants who cancel in writing before the first day of class are eligible for a refund, less a $50 processing fee, provided the SHRM course materials they have received are returned unopened. No refund will be granted once the class begins. A substitute may attend if we receive notification before the start of the program.

Additional Information

For more information about the Manhattanville course, call Bill Stopper at 914-323-5300, or email wgstopper@msn.com.   For more information about the SHRM Learning System and college-based programs in general, visit www.shrm.org/learning.

Manhattanville College reserves the right to substitute instructors, change the day a program meets, or cancel programs due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen events. Refunds will be given if Manhattanville cancels the course.