HOW TO BECOME AN HR PROFESSIONAL

HOW TO BECOME AN HR PROFESSIONAL WITH GLOBAL STANDARDS? The key to this question lies in the journey to earning your SHRM-CP SM & SHRM-SCP SM Credential

Great Vision Without Great People Is Irrelevant. -Jim Collins, Good To Great PACE is the only authorized partner of SHRM in Vietnam

SHRM-CP & SHRM-SCP THE CREDENTIAL OF COMPETENCIES OF AN HR PROFESSIONAL WITH GLOBAL STANDARDS Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), founded in 1948 in the U.S., is the world s largest and the most influential HR membership organization devoted to human resources management. Representing more than 275,000 members in over 160 countries, SHRM is the leading provider of resources serving the needs of HR professionals and advancing the professional practice of HR management. SHRM also plays an instrumental part in establishing global standards and shaping the future for HR professionals around the world. To date, 93% of today s Fortune 500 companies have employed HR leaders who possess the SHRM membership. Driven by the aspiration to Developing Leaders and Educating Professionals for the past 15 years, PACE Institute of Management (PACE) has helped thousands of leaders and professionals in the business community in Vietnam to increase their professional capacities. Through many training programs, including CEO Training Program and CHRO Training Program, PACE strives to develop leaders and fulfill its mission to establish and develop professional standards for HR professionals and for HR management field in Vietnam. PACE is committed to advancing the internationalization of expertise and capabilities of HR professionals in Vietnam and of global HR management standards as a whole. Beginning 2015, in an effort to achieve this aim, PACE has earned recognition as the authorized partner of SHRM in Vietnam to provide SHRM s certification exam preparation courses and world-class training programs on HR management. These exam preparation courses are designed for the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP), which help HR professionals around the world achieve global standards by demonstrating their mastery of HR competencies as experts and leaders in the HR field. SHRM-CP SM SHRM-SCP SM

SHRM Certifications: A revolution in HR management Today, employers expect more from their employees. HR teams are playing a greater leadership by contributing to the strategic direction of their organizations. HR, by all means, is an essential part of an organizational competitive edge by recruiting the right talent team and developing the right initiatives to retain them. World-class HR management is an invaluable asset to an organization s risk and reputation management initiatives. The HR profession is no longer just about what you know best - but how you translate that knowledge into action to achieve professional excellence. SHRM Certifications, SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP, are a revolution in HR management. They enable HR professionals to meet and exceed expectations of organization leaders and to make a significant impact on the changing international business environment. As HR is one of the fastest-growing and most important fields, HR professionals today have opportunities to achieve greater success on the global scale. For individuals Earning SHRM certifications helps HR practitioners and leaders demonstrate a mastery of putting the SHRM Body of Competency & Knowledge (SHRM BoCK ) into practice. This credential is also the gateway to enter world-class HR professional and business communities. Holding this internationally-recognized credential, they can also be informed of new developments in the global HR field. For employers SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certifications are a trustworthy reference for companies when recruiting HR management professionals. Business leaders know that SHRM certified candidates can create an impactful competitive advantage through HR management and bring the organization to the next level of sustainable development. PACE is the only authorized partner of SHRM in Vietnam

How to Earn SHRM-CP SM & SHRM-SCP SM Certifications To earn SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification, you need to: Determine your eligibility & apply for the exam. Understand the exam contents. Participate in a certification exam preparation program. Take and pass the certification exam. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Applicants must meet specific educational and work experience criteria at the time they submit their application, in order to be eligible to sit for the SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP exam. These requirements are outlined below: LESS THAN A BACHELOR S DEGREE* BACHELOR S DEGREE GRADUATE DEGREE CREDENTIAL HR-Related Degree Non-HR Degree HR-Related Degree Non-HR Degree HR-Related Degree Non-HR Degree SHRM-CP 3 years in HR 4 years in HR 1 year in HR 2 years in HR Currently in HR 1 year in HR SHRM-SCP 6 years in HR 7 years in HR 4 years in HR 5 years in HR 3 years in HR 4 years in HR A SHRM-CP credential holder is eligible to sit for the SHRM-SCP exam after successful completion of one three-year SHRM-CP recertification cycle. *Less than a bachelor s degree includes: associate s degree, college, high school or GED. The following general eligibility criteria are also applied: Applicants must show that they have worked in an HR for more than 1,000 hours within a calendar year, which equates to one year of experience. HR experience may be classified directly, as working in an HR, or indirectly, by consulting, educating or researching HR practices linked specifically to HR management. SHRM-CP EXAM SHRM-CP certification is designed for HR practitioners who are engaged primarily in an operational implementing policies, serving as the HR point of contact for staff and stakeholders, and/or performing day-to-day HR functions. SHRM-SCP EXAM SHRM-SCP certification is designed for HR professionals at a senior level who operate primarily in a strategic - developing policies and strategies, overseeing the execution of HR operations, analyzing performance metrics, and/or contributing to the alignment of HR strategies to organizational goals.

CONTENT OUTLINES FOR THE EXAMS The SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams are based on the SHRM BoCK TM, the one single, comprehensive testing framework giving qualified professionals the recognition and flexibility to use their knowledge, skills and competencies anywhere their career takes them. SHRM Body of Competency & Knowledge TM In 2011, SHRM began years of extensive research involving thousands of HR professionals to develop the SHRM Competency Model, which identifies 8 Behavioral Competencies and 1 Technical Competency that are the foundation of successful HR practice. PACE is the only authorized partner of SHRM in Vietnam

8 BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES # 8 Behavioral Competencies 1 Leadership & Navigation 2 Ethical Practice 3 Business Acumen 4 Relationship Management 5 Consultation 6 Critical Evaluation The ability to direct and contribute to initiatives and processes within the organization. The ability to integrate core values, integrity, and accountability throughout all organizational and business practices. The ability to understand and apply information with which to contribute to the organization s strategic plan. The ability to manage interactions to provide service and to support the organization. The ability to provide guidance to organizational stakeholders. The ability to interpret information with which to make business decisions and recommendations. 7 Global & Cultural Effectiveness The ability to value and consider the perspectives and backgrounds of all parties. 8 Communication The ability to effectively exchange information with stakeholders. 1 TECHNICAL COMPETENCY # 1 Technical Competency (covering 15 functional areas of HR) 1 People Talent Acquisition & Retention Employee Engagement Learning & Development Total Rewards 2 Organization Structure of the HR Function Organizational Effectiveness & Development Workforce Management Employee Relations Technology & Data 3 Workplace HR in the Global Context Diversity & Inclusion Risk Management Corporate Social Responsibility Employment Law & Regulations (U.S. Only)* *For U.S. test participants only 4 Strategy Business & HR Strategy

The contents of the SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams The SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams are based on the SHRM BoCK and its two major aspects of modern HR practice: Competencies and Knowledge. Accordingly, the exams contain two types of questions: 1. Situational judgment items, which cover the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) associated with the SHRM BoCK s Behavioral Competencies. 2. Knowledge items, which cover the four Knowledge Domains (People, Organization, Workplace, and Strategy) associated with the SHRM BoCK s Technical Knowledge competency. Answers to these questions will contribute to the final score for the exams. In addition, both exams contain field test items, the answers for which will not be scored. SHRM-CP & SHRM-SCP: Score weighting for each subject area SUBJECT AREA Behavioral Competencies SHRM-CP (160 items) SHRM-SCP (180 items) 8 Behavioral Competencies 35% 50% Technical Competency People 20% 10% Organization 20% 10% Workplace 15% 10% Strategy 10% 20% SHRM-CP & SHRM-SCP: Exam fees SHRM Certification exam fees EXAM FEES Document Processing Fee Non refundable) Exam Fee (Refundable according to SHRM policy) NONMEMBER PRICE (US$) $400 $50 SHRM MEMBER PRICE (US$) $300 $50 $350 $250 Late application fee (if required) $75 $75 Retest fee (if required) Full Exam Fee We do allow exam cancellation & refund based on the following guidelines: Prior to the close of the late registration window: receive 100% refundable paid fee. After the late registration deadline and 5 working days before the scheduled exam date: receive 50% refundable paid fee. We do NOT allow exam cancellation & refund based on the following guidelines: Exam cancellation received less than 5 working days prior to the scheduled exam date. Failure to make prior notices of exam cancellation and absence at the exam for any reason. Failure to make time arrangement for the exam within the exam window. SHRM-CP & SHRM-SCP: Application deadline & exam window EXAM DATES APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED REGULAR APPLICATION DEADLINE LATE APPLICATION DEADLINE* May 1 - Jul 15, 2016 Jan 4 Mar 25 Apr 15 Dec 1, 2016 - Feb 15, 2017 May 16 Oct 21 Nov 11 Non-refundable late application fee applied for applications received after the specified regular application deadline.

EXAM PREPARATION COURSE SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certification exams are critical and challenging. To prepare examinees for their exam, PACE, the only authorized partner of SHRM in Vietnam, is offering the SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP Certification Exam Preparation Course. PACE is also the only organization in Vietnam that is authorized by SHRM to deliver these certification exam preparation and training courses. The Certification Exam Preparation Course for SHRM-CP and SHRM- SCP delivered by PACE includes 16 sessions of instructor-led learning in 3 months (together with hours of self-learning with the learning system, materials and methodology provided by PACE), organized into 5 modules reflecting the following 5 subject areas of the exam: 1. Behavioral Competencies (including 8 competencies) 2. Technical Competency on People 3. Technical Competency on Organization 4. Technical Competency on Workplace 5. Technical Competency on Strategy For more information, please visit: www.shrm.pace.edu.vn or contact PACE office for immediate support. The curriculum of the Certification Exam Preparation Course is, not only, designed by global subject matter experts and covers the entire SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge (SHRM BoCK ), but is also based on SHRM s Learning System that ishistorically ranked the #1 HR certification preparation tool. BENEFITS TO PARTICIPANTS Better prepared to pass a SHRM certification exam. Even when a participant decides against taking the exam, they can greatly benefit from participating the course: Understand global standards of HR professionals, the most essential competencies and knowledge which an HR professional working in today s globalized world must master. Have opportunities to reflect on one s knowledge and experience and be updated with the most advanced knowledge and competencies in global HR field. Expand the professional network and learn from oustanding peers. Learn insights from experienced, SHRM-certified instructors. Have access to the SHRM Learning System, historically ranked the #1 HR certification prep tool. The SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certification exam preparation course is considered a special course for HR practitioners and leaders to increase their mastery levels of HR management. It also enables them to gain a better understanding about the future of HR field and prepare to take a position in this profession. BENEFITS TO EMPLOYERS The benefits of the SHRM certification extend beyond the HR staff to an entire organization. An HR Professional with Global standards can help the organization: Implement relevant and effective initiatives, including HR strategies, HR system administration, and daily operations, to take the organization to a new higher level. Achieve excellence in talent acquisition and development; hence successfully build up the talent pool for the organization s long term sustainable competitive advantage.

EXAM PREPARATION COURSE TIME SCHEDULE Self Assessment (online): Feb 18 - Feb 24 (3-5 hours) Instructor-led Learning : Feb 25, 26, 27 & Mar 10, 11, 12 (48 learning hours) (8:00am - 12:00am & 13:00pm - 17:00pm) Feb. 2016 Mar. 2016 Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Tuition fees: US$2,200. Special rate: US$2,050 (only applied for the payment received before February 04, 2016). The tuition fee also includes the latest version of SHRM Learning System - 2016 edition, in which, there have: 05 printed books on 08 behavioral competencies and 01 technical competency required for an HR professionals with global standards; The comprehensive system self-paced learning materials and sample exam questions; Planning tools to help participants be well-prepared for the certification exam; An enormous HR library that would be continuously updated. Participants are granted access to use these resources when completing registration and payment process. However, according to SHRM copyrights, the access and the resrouces are granted for individual reference only, and prohibited from any form of commercialization, sharing to others, and copying.

EXAM & SUCCESS The SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certification exams are administered by computer by SHRM s test delivery vendor, Prometric, at more than 8,000 testing centers in 160 countries. Once you have received your Authorization to Test (ATT) letter, schedule your exam appointment right away. To obtain your preferred test date, time and location, do not delay. Locate the Prometric testing venues in Vietnam at www.prometric.com/shrm Earning SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP certification will empower you on your next career journey in HR

BE AN HR PROFESSIONAL WITH GLOBAL STANDARDS AND A PIONEER IN ESTABLISHING GLOBAL STANDARDS FOR THE HR PROFESSION IN VIETNAM!

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