Phr / Sphr Professional in Human Resources Certification Review Guide

Essential review for the PHR/SPHR exams, aligned with the updated HRBoK(TM)
 
PHR/SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification Review Guide is the ideal companion to the PHR/SPHR Study Guide, Fifth Edition, and PHR/SPHR Deluxe Study Guide, Second Edition. These self-study guides are intended for HR professionals seeking to validate their skills and knowledge acquired through years of practical experience, or for relative newcomers to the HR field looking to strengthen their resume.
 
Organized by those areas of knowledge and practices specific and necessary to human resource management (HRM), this handy review guide covers tasks, processes, and strategies as detailed in the updated A Guide to the Human Resource Body of Knowledge(TM) (HRBoK(TM)), giving you clear guidance on what you need to know for the exams. You also get a year of FREE access to the Sybex online interactive learning environment and study tools, which feature flashcards, chapter tests, two bonus practice exams, and more. The review guide aligns with the HRCI test specifications, which detail the responsibilities and knowledge needed by today's HR professionals. Covers key functional areas in greater depth:
 
HR students and professionals studying for the PHR/SPHR certification need a trusted resource to aid in their preparation--this review guide does that and more.

List of contents

Introduction xi
 
Part I PHR(r) 1
 
Chapter 1 Business Management 3
 
Required Knowledge 5
 
Mission, Vision, and Values 5
 
Types of Organizational Structures 6
 
Legislative and Regulatory Processes 8
 
Ethical and Professional Standards 10
 
Corporate Governance and Compliance 10
 
Business Elements 11
 
Products, Competition, and Culture 13
 
Technology to Support HR Activities 13
 
Qualitative and Quantitative Methods and Tools 14
 
Communication Skills and Strategies 14
 
Change Management Theory, Methods, and Application 15
 
Uncertainty and Unclear Situations 16
 
Risk Management Techniques 16
 
Exam Essentials 17
 
Responsibilities 17
 
Assess the General Business Environment 17
 
Communicate Values 20
 
Data Analysis and Organizational Strategy 25
 
Exam Essentials 25
 
Summary 25
 
Review Questions 27
 
Chapter 2 Talent Planning and Acquisition (PHR(r) Only) 29
 
Required Knowledge 31
 
Talent Planning Activities and Concepts 31
 
Hiring Talent 35
 
Retaining Talent 37
 
Integrating and Onboarding Talent 38
 
Assessing the Effectiveness of Talent Planning and Acquisition 41
 
Exam Essentials 44
 
Responsibilities 45
 
Federal Laws and Organizational Policies 45
 
Sourcing Methods and Techniques 47
 
Talent Acquisition Life Cycle 48
 
Exam Essentials 48
 
Summary 49
 
Review Questions 50
 
Chapter 3 Learning and Development (PHR(r) Only) 53
 
Required Knowledge 55
 
Laws and Regulations 55
 
Learning and Development Theory 57
 
Techniques 59
 
Employee Retention Concepts and Applications 65
 
Exam Essentials 66
 
Responsibilities 67
 
Provide Consultation 67
 
Implement and Evaluate Career Development and Training Programs 68
 
Contribute to Succession Planning 70
 
Exam Essentials 71
 
Summary 71
 
Review Questions 73
 
Chapter 4 Total Rewards (PHR(r) Only) 75
 
Required Knowledge 77
 
Compliance 77
 
Plans and Policies 84
 
Methods 85
 
Exam Essentials 92
 
Responsibilities 93
 
Ensuring Compliance 93
 
Developing and Implementing Benefits Programs 94
 
Communication and Workforce Training 95
 
Managing Payroll Information 98
 
Exam Essentials 99
 
Summary 99
 
Review Questions 100
 
Chapter 5 Employee and Labor Relations 103
 
Required Knowledge 106
 
General Practices, Laws, and Procedures 107
 
Corporate Culture 115
 
Safe and Secure Workplace 119
 
Exam Essentials 125
 
Responsibilities 125
 
Legal Requirements 125
 
Fostering and Cultivating Strong Employee Relations 127
 
Implementing and Supporting Workplace Risk Management Programs 130
 
Managing Labor Relations 134
 
Exam Essentials 134
 
Summary 135
 
Review Questions 136
 
Part II SPHR(r) 141
 
Chapter 6 Leadership and Strategy 143
 
Required Knowledge 146
 
Mission, Vision, and Values 146
 
Strategic Planning Process 148
 
Business Elements of an Organization 152
 
Tools for Measuring, Evaluating, and Analysis 159
 
Exam Essentials 161
 
Responsibilities 162
 
Development of a Strategic Plan 162
 
Measuring and Evaluating Outcomes 168
 
Exam Essentia

About the author

JAMES J. GALLUZZO III, SPHR, is a Human Resources strategic professional with nearly 25 years of experience. During his service in the United States Army, he found his professional calling in the human resources branch, the Adjutant General's Corps, and retired as Chief of Leadership Development for the 40,000 Army HR professionals around the world. Currently, he is Corporate HR Director for John Harris Body Shops, an automotive collision repair company with shops in South Carolina and Georgia.

Summary

Essential review for the PHR/SPHR exams, aligned with the updated HRBoK(TM)

PHR/SPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification Review Guide is the ideal companion to the PHR/SPHR Study Guide, Fifth Edition, and PHR/SPHR Deluxe Study Guide, Second Edition. These self-study guides are intended for HR professionals seeking to validate their skills and knowledge acquired through years of practical experience, or for relative newcomers to the HR field looking to strengthen their resume.

Organized by those areas of knowledge and practices specific and necessary to human resource management (HRM), this handy review guide covers tasks, processes, and strategies as detailed in the updated A Guide to the Human Resource Body of Knowledge(TM) (HRBoK(TM)), giving you clear guidance on what you need to know for the exams. You also get a year of FREE access to the Sybex online interactive learning environment and study tools, which feature flashcards, chapter tests, two bonus practice exams, and more. The review guide aligns with the HRCI test specifications, which detail the responsibilities and knowledge needed by today's HR professionals. Covers key functional areas in greater depth:

HR students and professionals studying for the PHR/SPHR certification need a trusted resource to aid in their preparation--this review guide does that and more.

Product details

• Authors: James Galluzzo, James J Galluzzo, James J. Galluzzo, Sm Reed
• Publisher: Sybex Uitgeverij
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.08.2018
• EAN: 9781119426684
• ISBN: 978-1-119-42668-4
• No. of pages: 456
• Subjects: Education and learning > Miscellaneous; Humanities, art, music > Education; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Medicine > Clinical medicine; Social sciences, law, business > Business > Management; Prüfungsvorbereitung, Personalwesen, Zertifizierung, test prep, Misc (other) certifications, Sonstige Zertifizierungen, PHR, SPHR