Certificate in Human Resource Management Program
The SHRM Learning System PHR/SPHR Exam
Exam Preparation Course

About the Program

Claremont Graduate University (CGU) in association with the Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM) offers a 12-week preparation program at our campus.
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Spring 2009 Session
2/5/09 through 4/23/09
Classes meet on Thurdays from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
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Registration period ends 1/31/09 at 11:55pm. No late registration is available for this course.

Class Requirements

Participants’ passing scores will be based on attendance, post module quizzes, and final exam.

Who Should Attend

HR Professionals seeking PHR or SPHR designation
HR Professionals desiring a preparatory class to prepare for the SHRM National Human Resource Certification Exam

The course is designed specifically to increase current HR knowledge and skills that will be needed to be successful in passing the SHRM National HR Certification Exam.

Upon successful completion of the course requirements, students will receive a SHRM "Certificate of Course Completion."

Students can review SHRM National Exam eligibility requirements by clicking on this link.

Program Costs

Standard Enrollment: $1,150 per student (Includes books & disk, a value of up to $695)

Discounted Rates
Early Bird Discount (register by January 9, 2009): $999.00
Corporate Discount (3 or more students from the same company): $999.00

Student Feedback

"The instructor, Charmaine, is exceptional." (Fall 2007)

"The instructor’s inspiration and motivation for the students [were the strongest part of the course]. I also found the networking very valuable." (Fall 2007)

"Great course, and a wealth of info! [I was] very satisfied." (Fall 2007)

"In my opinion the strongest point [of the class] aside from the time and location is the instructor. She has a lot of knowledge and is very welcoming and helpful." (Spring 2007)

"Charmaine Smith does a great job of explaining difficult to interpret material." (Spring 2007)

"Instructor’s knowledge supports and enhances materials. Her presentation style is very effective – Best teacher I have ever had!!! Honestly!" (Spring 2007)

"Perfect mix of lecture, handouts, overhead and groupwork." (Spring 2007)

Contact Us

School of Behavioral and Organizational Sciences
Master of Science in Human Resources Design
123 E. Eighth Street
Claremont, CA 91711
Phone: (909) 607-3286
Fax: (909) 621-8905
Email: hrd@cgu.edu

Thinking about pursuing a Masters of Science in Human Resources Design at CGU?
Students holding certificates from the PHR/SPHR prep course can choose to waive out of the MS in HRD program pre-requisite course (HRD 300: Principles of HR Management).

Certificate in Human Resource Management Program The SHRM Learning System PHR/SPHR Exam Exam Preparation Course