{"product_id":"human-resources-manager","title":"Human Resources Manager","description":"\u003cp class=\"course-intro\"\u003eGain the essential knowledge and leadership skills needed to succeed in human resources with this comprehensive training series. This course bundle prepares you for HRCI (aPHR, PHR) and SHRM-CP certification exams while building a strong foundation in HR practices and management.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"course-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e285 course hrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode GES443\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen enrollment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf paced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cnav class=\"course-nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Human Resources Manager series will provide you with the essential knowledge you need to manage and lead others. By the end of the course, you will also have mastered the skills you need to prepare to take the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Human Resources Professional course will prepare you for a career in human resources. This course explores the foundational aspects of HR, including human resource laws, hiring disciplines, and labor relations. You will learn industry-recognized practices that align with the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the time you finish the course, you will be equipped to start your career in this growing field. Additionally, you will be prepared to take the HRCI's Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification exam. The PHR certification recognizes that an individual holds the knowledge and experience needed to excel in human resource management. You will also learn information useful for other certification exams, including SHRM's Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) exam and the HRCI's Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) exam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Management Training Online course is perfect for anyone who wants to learn the basics of business and management, including business owners and entrepreneurs. The Management Training Online course consists of 12 separate modules designed to provide you with the vital information you need for success in the business world. You'll gain an understanding of financial and accounting terms, effective negotiation strategies, the marketing process, employment law, compliance and regulatory requirements, and licensing, permits, and taxes. You'll also learn about the seven management disciplines that are essential to success. If you're thinking of starting a business or pursuing an MBA, you'll learn the essentials here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you will learn\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eComprehensive knowledge needed to sit for the PHR Certification Exam\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA broad overview of human resources practices\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSkills for handling recruitment, performance appraisals, and training processes\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrategic decision making for compensation and job evaluation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFoundational knowledge of U.S. laws and regulations regarding employment practices, including financial and accounting terms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOSHA rules governing employee health and safety\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImportant topics in running operations in accord with legal requirements\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHow taxes affect you, whether your business is a sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporation\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProcess of negotiating, how to evaluate negotiation styles, and successful negotiation strategies for most environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow you will benefit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn how to contribute to company strategy planning so that you can be a more valuable member of the team\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrepare for PHR certification and set yourself apart\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpen the door to new career opportunities and higher salaries after obtaining your PHR certification, including jobs such as: HR generalist, Recruiter, HR Representative, HR Assistant, HR Specialist, HR Manager, Compensation and Benefits Manager, and more\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop communication skills that will allow you to thrive in a professional environment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore your abilities as a leader and learn how to masterfully manage people and projects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSet yourself apart from competitors by receiving management training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-roman;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eHuman Resources Professional\u003c\/li\u003e \u003col style=\"list-style-type: upper-alpha;\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eGetting Started\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePretest\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction to Human Resources\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHR's Role in Strategy\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAffirmative Action\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiversity Considerations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaking HR Decisions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRetention\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecruiting\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHiring\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTraining Programs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreating a High-Performance Workplace\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMidterm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAppraising and Improving Employees' Performance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRemote Work\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorkplace Communication, Motivation, and Digital Media\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompensation and Benefits\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmployee Health and Safety\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Legal Environment\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmployee Rights and Discipline\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInvestigations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging Labor Relations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGlobal Human Resources\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing for the for the aPHR, PHR, and SHRM-CP Exams\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinal Exam\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eResources\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e 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Overview\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Culture of an Organization\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTypes of Culture\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOrganizational Change\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe Human Side of Change and Resistance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSummary\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNegotiating Strategies \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSteps in Negotiating\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTools in Negotiating\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTypes of Negotiations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePersonality Types\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing for Negotiations\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBATNA and Summary\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBusiness Best Practices \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eIntroduction and Overview\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDefinitions\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eQuestions for Discussion\u003c\/li\u003e 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class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRequirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThis course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoftware Requirements:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePC: Windows 8 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMac: macOS 12 or later.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBrowser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMicrosoft Office or equivalent (not included in enrollment).\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e Adobe Acrobat Reader .\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSoftware must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEmail capabilities and access to a personal email account.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructional Material Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The following textbooks will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment into the Human Resources Professional course:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eHuman Resource Management, by Sean Valentine, Patricia Meglich, Robert L. Mathis, and John H. Jackson (eBook)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003ePHR, PHRi and SPHR, SPHRi Human Resources Certification - Complete Study Guide, by Sandra M. Reed\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe following materials will be shipped to you once you begin the\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eManagement Training portion of the program:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eManaging by the Numbers: A Commonsense Guide to Understanding and using your Company's Financials\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrategic Planning - A Pragmatic Guide\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should have basic keyboarding and computer skills, be comfortable navigating the Internet and using email, and have an understanding of a word-processing program (such as Word).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo HR experience is required to sit for the aPHR exam. You will need a high school diploma, but you don't need any additional education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilarly, no HR experience or degree is required for the SHRM-CP exam; however, a basic working knowledge of HR practices and principles or a degree from a SHRM Academically Aligned program is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you plan to take the PHR exam after completing the course, you will need one of the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eA minimum of one (1) year of experience in a professional level HR position with a master's degree or higher, OR\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA minimum of two (2) years of experience in a professional level HR position with a bachelor's degree, OR\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA minimum of four (4) years of experience in a professional level HR position with less than a bachelor's degree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e You've got questions.\u003cbr\u003e We're here to help.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnna Smith\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnna Smith has worked in the field of human resources for 30 years and has taught at university level for over 20 years. She holds a bachelor's degree in business administration from Spalding University, a master's degree in management from Webster University, and a Master Online Teaching certificate from the University of Illinois. She is also a certified Senior Professional in Human Resources and a SHRM Senior Certified Professional. Her experience spans many areas of human resources including recruitment, labor relations, and affirmative action plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnn Nevers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnn Nevers holds a law degree and a master's in health law. She has work experience in employee management, hiring, training, and staff development. This includes motivating employees to work to their strengths, preparing new job descriptions, and looking for ways to improve workplace efficiency in a positive work environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnn has used communication, problem-solving, and dispute resolution processes both formally and informally to effectively work through issues. In addition, she has experience both teaching and writing on a number of legal and workplace issues, including health care and employment law.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe is engaged in community volunteer activities, including prior work overseeing a women's organization with implementation and oversight of new volunteer roles, training, and leadership development. In addition, she has established a newsletter and newsletter team to support the efforts of a local non-profit organization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKatrina McBride\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKatrina McBride's career reflects extensive experience in organizational leadership, marketing strategies, and market development in multinational corporate environments. Her leadership abilities have been utilized to develop new programs and functional areas. In director-level positions for Nortel Networks, she led strategy for competitive intelligence, emerging markets, and lead generation. McBride holds an M.A. in organizational management and a B.S. in psychology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKatherine Squires Pang\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKatherine Squires Pang, J.D., LL.M., M.Ed has practiced law since 1983. She has served as an adjunct faculty member in the Graduate School of Management at the University of Texas, Dallas, and has been an adjunct faculty member of many universities, including New York University and the University of California, Irvine. She received her B.A. in 1980 from Clark University, her J.D. from the University of Dayton Law School in 1982, her LL.M in Taxation from Georgetown University Law School in 1983, and her M.Ed from the University of Texas in 2001.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJerry L. Partridge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJerry L. Partridge is a Certified Project Management Professional with experience as a project and program manager for a major retail organization. He is a certified instructor for IBM project management courses and hosts university seminars for project managers seeking certification. He has worked extensively with the Project Management Institute, previously leading a team that developed a practice standard for Earned Value Management Systems and volunteering as a subject matter expert for an update to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK). Partridge holds a Master of Business Administration from Central Michigan University and a Bachelor of Science from Texas A\u0026amp;M University.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of salary can I expect as a human resources manager?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe national average human resources manager salary is $126,235.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a human resource manager?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman resources managers plan, coordinate, and direct the administrative functions of an organization.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a human resources manager do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuman resources managers are employed in nearly every industry, with job titles like Employee Relations Manager, HR Administration Director (Human Resources Administration Director), Human Resources Director (HR Director), Human Resources Manager (HR Manager), and Human Resources Operations Manager.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey work in offices, and most work full-time during regular business hours. Some travel to attend professional meetings or to recruit employees.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this course prepare you for a certification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. This course prepares you to sit for the Human Resource Certification Institute's aPHR and PHR exams and the Society for Human Resource Management's SHRM-CP exam. You will need experience in the human resources field before you are eligible to take the PHR exam, but not the aPHR or SHRM-CP exams. Please reference the course prerequisites section for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need experience in human resources to take this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. You do not need to have experience in human resources to take this course. However, you will need experience as a human resources representative to take the PHR exam, administered by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI).\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre human resources professionals in demand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, human resources professionals are currently in demand. The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that the employment of human resources specialists will continue to increase 7 percent through 2026. Additional HR professionals will be needed to help companies with increasingly complex employment laws and health coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the PHR Exam?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PHR Exam, or Professional in Human Resources Exam, is a prestigious certificate awarded by the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI). By achieving this designation, you will effectively show potential employers and those in the industry that you possess the knowledge as well as practical experience in human resource management necessary to pass this thorough exam.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the aPHR and SHRM-CP Exams?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aPHR Exam, or Associate Professional in Human Resources Exam, is a knowledge-based exam. No HR experience is required to sit for the aPHR exam. You will need a high school diploma, but you don't need any additional education.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilarly, no HR experience or degree is required for the Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) exam by the Society of Human Resources; however, a basic working knowledge of HR practices and principles or a degree from a SHRM Academically Aligned program is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is certification important in this field?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObtaining certification shows that you are dedicated to advancing in your career. Many organizations consider the certified Human Resources Professional to be motivated and knowledgeable, giving them a competitive edge in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat type of test is the PHR exam?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PHR exam consists of 150 mostly multiple-choice questions requiring you to select the best possible answer using your HR knowledge and experience. There are a variety of test items including workplace scenarios. Each question is weighted the same, and there is no partial credit for answers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere will I take the PHR exam?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PHR Exam must be taken at a proctored Pearson VUE testing center. 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Upon certification, the SHRM-CP credential is also valid for three years.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen can I start this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course whenever you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to complete this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter you register, you will receive 18 months to complete the course. The time allotted for completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I don't have enough time to complete the course within the time frame provided?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of support will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. 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