Introduction to the SHRM-CP Certification Exam

Earning the Society for Human Resource Management Certified Professional® (SHRM-CP) credential can set you apart from others in the HR field by indicating that you possess the knowledge needed to be an effective leader. This course was designed to help you understand what to expect on test day, and prepare you to be successful on the exam. Instructor Joanne Walters provides an overview of the SHRM-CP® exam content as described by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®), and shares how the behavioral competencies and knowledge domains are measured on the SHRM-CP®. Joanne also provides general test preparation guidance and shares what to expect after you take the test.

Learning objectives
Name the four categories of leadership theories.
Explain the difference between hard negotiators and principle negotiators.
Define “global mindset.”
Identify an organic approach to change.
List the three knowledge domains.
Recall the functional areas of the organization domain.