This course gives students a broad overview of the human resource function. It covers real-life HR issues and critical topics including strategic planning, recruiting, compensation, benefits and employee relations. Students learn practical techniques that can be put to work immediately to effectively handle HR challenges. They also learn how to use and apply the most current industry literature, terminology, and landmark court cases and best practices in aligning human resource development with the organization's strategic goals. The course can help students prepare for the latest SHRM-CP/SHRM SCP exams if they are interested in pursuing certification.
Course to be sunset by May 30, 2025. The sunset of a course or program does not have any impact on the validity of the earned credential. Students who are not able to complete a program prior to the sunset date will be able to do so with approved replacement courses in accordance with other academic policies.