Course Number: CERT X134

An HR professional has many roles, and one of those is the role of business partner.

This course will teach you how to make the dynamic transition from the traditional HR role to that of a business partner, and how to be recognized as a critical partner in the strategic success of the organization. You’ll learn how the business operates, who the competition is, how to build influence, and most importantly, how HR can maximize its value to the organization.

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course, you’ll be able to:

  • recognize the attitudes, knowledge, and skills required of an HR partner.
  • appreciate the business partnering approach and its key drivers
  • identify the key leadership skills of an HR business partner. 
  • understand the financial drivers of company performance. 
  • devise strategies for influencing stakeholders.

This course, through the University of Minnesota College of Continuing and Professional Studies, is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

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Shanta Bhoelai, enrollment advisor

Shanta Bhoelai

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