SHRM Essentials of Human Resources

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, the SHRM 201-0 Essentials of Human Resources course 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.

Program Audience Essentials of Human Resources

Designed as a thorough introduction 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 managers who 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.

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).

The SHRM Certified Professional core course (SHRM 301-0) is a separate program and is NOT required for this certificate.