Human resource issues impact every company in some way. That's why it's important to understand the fundamental issues surrounding HR today. Offered in partnership with the Society of Human Resource Management, theSHRM 201-0 Essentials of Human Resourcescourse provides a solid overview of the key aspects of HR and provide tools you can immediately put to use in your organization.
A strong foundation of HR knowledge and competencies can make you a better manager, improve workplace morale and employee performance, and protect your organization from needless litigation. This course addresses the complex, real-world, and legal issues you face and is a must for anyone in the business of managing people.
Designed as a thoroughintroduction to HR basics, the SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course provides a solid foundation in human resource management and is effective training across multiple job responsibilities and career paths, including:
New and junior HR professionals who need to increase their knowledge base.
Small business owners or office managerswho perform the HR function for their company and business managers who want to learn basic HR best practices to avoid costly litigation.
New or experienced managers interested in learning more about employee management skills.
Representatives selling or supporting HR systems and services.
International HR personnel wishing to increase their knowledge of U.S. HR practices.
Job seekers who are investigating HR as a new career option or want to enhance their resume with HR skills.
The SHRM Essentials of HR Management course is approved for Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP credentials and recertification credit hours for HR Certification Institute credentials.
We also offer theSHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Prep course. Not sure which SHRM course is right for you? Compare programs and find out more.
The content is newly updated and you will acquire transferable skills and knowledge to better equip you to lead with purpose, maximize talent, champion culture, optimize intelligence, accelerate performance, and understand and comply with U.S. employment laws.
Talent development / performance management / total rewards
Champions Culture
Culture-building process
Belonging initiatives
HR's role in conflict
Compliance culture
Optimizes Intelligence
Technology types
Digital transformation and people analytics project frameworks
Accelerates Performance
Strategic planning process
Talent acquisition components
Workforce planning
Change audiences and models
Knows the Law
Protected classes
History of U.S. federal employment laws
Discrimination accusations best practices
Unlawful employment practices
Course Materials: Each SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course participant will receive access to the following:
Participant Guide that includes the content of the course in digital form. It addresses six key human resource topics, compiled into one comprehensive format for easy reference.
Online Study Tools: The Web-based tools are designed to support the Participant Guide. It provides added opportunities to review and master HR concepts, and gain confidence. The tools are available to all SHRM Essentials of Human Resources program participants and now offer fully integrated mobile capabilities to study on-the-go.
Certificate Requirements Essentials of Human Resources
To earn a "SHRM Essentials of HR Management" certificate from Northwestern University, students are only required to successfully complete the Essentials of HR Management core course (SHRM 201-0).
Instructors for this program have a range of expertise, specializations and work experience. Read about their qualifications on our Essentials of Human Resources Faculty page.
Find out more about Northwestern's Essentials of Human Resources
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Core Courses Essentials of Human Resources
Core Courses:
Course Detail
Essentials of Human Resources <> SHRM 201-0
The SHRM Essentials of Human Resources course is 18 hours.
Throughout this course, you will develop the following HR
critical competencies:
Identify areas where and how HR should be a strategic partner
to your organization.
Build your knowledge of HR practices, behaviors and
activities.
Apply newly learned HR knowledge to practical activities,
similar to those required on the job.
Plan for ways to transfer the knowledge and skills learned from
training to on-the-job tasks.
Explore career opportunities within the world of HR and how you
can drive your future.
Registered students can access their online course site
here. An
activated NetID and password is required for login. *Please note:
It may take up to 24 hours for registered students to be added to
the online course platform.
This is an exciting and pivotal time in the HR profession. Now,
more than ever, HR teams are required to assume a greater
leadership role, contributing to the strategic direction of their
organization.
The SHRM Learning System for SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP includes four modules
covering the comprehensive SHRM BASK so you'll learn everything you
need for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam.
This class is the same
for students interested in either the SHRM-CP or
SHRM-SCP. The difference is based on your
experience and which test you take, as determined by SHRM
rules. See the Eligibility Requirements Matrix on our SHRM
webpage. Northwestern University does not administer the test
or make the eligibility determination.
Registered students can access their online course site
here. An
activated NetID and password is required for login. *Please note:
It may take up to 24-hours for registered students to be added to
the online course platform.
