This webinar contains all information required for HRMP and HRBP certification exam

1. GLOBAL CREDENTIALS
Human Resource Business Professional (HRBP℠)
Human Resource Management Professional (HRMP℠)

2. PRESENTERS
Ikoie Norman, MBA
Global Program Manager for HR Certification Institute. She has
responsibility for creating, organizing, and managing global programs to
support the development and growth of the HR Certification Institute.
Zahid Ali Mubarik, GPHR, HRMP.
CEO of HR Metrics and HR professional with specialty in HR Standards
Human Capital Measurement Metrics, Global HR Certifications, Strategic
HR, and Change Management.

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4. AGENDA
 About the HR Certification Institute
 Benefits of HR Certification
 Global Credentials
 Eligibility
 Exam Layout
 Application Process
 Exam Preparation Resources
 Questions

5. ABOUT THE INSTITUTE
Mission
Develop and deliver the highest quality certification programs
that validate mastery in the field of human resource
management and contribute to the continued improvement of
individual and organizational performance.
History
1976
Began certifying HR professionals (PHR® and SPHR®)
2004
GPHR ® exam launched
2012
HRBP ℠ and HRMP ℠ exams launched

6. ABOUT CERTIFICATION
HR certification consists of four key components:
(1) Eligibility through a combination of professional HR experience and
formal education
(2) Adherence to a professional ethical standard
(3) Demonstrated applied knowledge and skills
through successful completion of a exam
(4) Ongoing professional development through
recertification

7. BENEFITS OF CERTIFICATION
• Competitive Advantage
• Mastery of HR knowledge and dedication
• Recognition from peers and organization
• Assists in job search and business
• Network with HR professionals

8. HRBP℠ DOMAINS
HRBP℠ Exam Areas
7%
HR Administration
22%
15%
14%
22%
20%
Recruitment and
Selection
Employee Relations
& Communication
Compensation &
Benefits
Training &
Development
Health, Safety &
Security

9. HRMP℠ DOMAINS
HRMP℠ Exam Areas
HR as a Business
Leader
16%
32%
23%
People Development
& Talent
Management
HR Service Delivery
Measurement
29%

10. ELIGIBILITY
Credential
HRBP
HRMP
High School or
Global Equivalent
Bachelor’s Degree or
Global Equivalent
Master’s Degree or
Global Equivalent
A minimum of 4 years
of professionallevel experience in
an HR position
with a high school
diploma or global
equivalent
A minimum of 2 years of
professional-level
experience in an HR
position with a
Bachelor’s degree or
global equivalent
A minimum of 1 year
of professional-level
experience in an HR
position with a
Master’s degree or
global equivalent
A minimum of 7 years
of professional-level
experience in an HR
position with
a high school diploma
or global equivalent
A minimum of 5 years of
professional-level
experience
in an HR position with a
Bachelor’s degree or
global equivalent
A minimum 4 years of
professional level experience
in an HR position with
a Master’s degree or
global equivalent
Additional
Requirements
Proof of
knowledge
related to
employment
laws/
regulations

11. EXAM LAYOUT
Shows time
left to
complete
exam
Allows
you to
mark a
question
to return
to

12. SAMPLE EXAM QUESTION (HRBP ℠)
*An exit interview is most appropriate when done by:
a. the employee’s peer.
b. an HR professional
c. a mail-in survey.
d. an online questionnaire

13. SAMPLE EXAM QUESTION (HRBP ℠)
*An exit interview is most appropriate when done by:
a. the employee’s peer.
b. an HR professional
c. a mail-in survey.
d. an online questionnaire

14. SAMPLE EXAM QUESTION (HRMP ℠)
* A strong compensation strategy focuses on
a. benchmarks and culture
b. seniority and performance
c. inflation and pay
d. recruiting and retention

15. SAMPLE EXAM QUESTION (HRMP℠)
* A strong compensation strategy focuses on
a. benchmarks and culture
b. seniority and performance
c. inflation and pay
d. recruiting and retention

16. EXAM INFORMATION SUMMARY
EXAMS
HRBP
HRMP
Content
Operational/Tactical
Strategy/Policy
Format
170 multiple-choice questions
130 multiple-choice questions
3 hours & 15 minutes
2 hours & 30 minutes
Duration
Application Dates
Application Period 1
Early registration period: April – Mid-June
Late registration period: Mid-June – Mid-July
Application Period 2
Early registration period: 1 October – 11 December
*Late registration period: 12 December – 8 January
Exam Periods
Exam Period 1
March 1 – 31, 2014
Exam Period 2
September 1 – 30, 2014
*An additional $75 is added to late registration

17. APPLICATION PROCESS
Step 1:
Go to www.hrci.org
Step 2:
Complete Application and Submit payment
HRBP℠
HRMP℠
Regular Fee
USD 275
USD 375
*Member Fee
USD 250
USD 350
*Association Members receive a $25 credit toward exam fees
Step 3:
Step 4:
Step 5:
Step 6:
Step 7:
Submit the Credential Readiness Assessment
(CRA) (*Required for HRBP and HRMP only)
Once approved eligible for the exam, you will receive
a link to your Authorization to Test (ATT) letter
Schedule your exam (HR Certification exams are administered by
our third party vendor Prometric.)
Take exam
Receive results (allow 6 weeks for official exam results)

18. PREPARE
HRCI.org
Published
print and
web
content
Study
Groups
Credential
Readiness
Assessment
Body of
Knowledge
Colleges &
Universities
Comprehensive
Learning
Programs
Global HR
Organizations
Social
Networks

19. EXAM PREPARATION RESOURCES
Bodies of Knowledge
FREE
Get familiar with the bodies of knowledge (www.hrci.org).
Credential Readiness Assessment
FREE
Assess your level of HR knowledge and experience.
Test-Your-Knowledge Quizzes
FREE
10-question quiz with answers and rationale (www.hrci.org).
Social Networks
FREE
Approach our groups on LinkedIn, Facebook and SHRM Connect to form study
groups or study tips.

20. EXAM PREPARATION RESOURCES
SHRM Learning System
$
SHRM Learning System® and SHRM Global Learning System ®
Local SHRM Chapters
$
Contact your local SHRM Chapters. They often form study groups or classes to
help members prepare for certification exams.
College/University Sponsored Courses
$
Visit www.shrm.org for more information.
Certification Preparation Courses
$
SHRM has numerous certification preparation courses or search online for other
providers of certification preparation courses.

21. EXAM PREPARATION RESOURCES
• Review the body of knowledge
available at www.hrci.org
• The content includes the
specific tasks and knowledge
statements covered on the
exam.
• Assess yourself against the
bodies of knowledge
• Establish a learning
plan based on your
assessment

22. EXAM PREPARATION RESOURCES
•
Review the Certification
Handbook at www.hrci.org
•
The Certification Policies
and Procedures Handbook
includes sample exam
questions and answers

23. SOCIAL NETWORKS
Follow us on:
Twitter: Twitter.com/HRCertInstitute
Facebook: HR Certification Institute
LinkedIn: LinkedIn.com/companies/hr-certification-institute
Global HR Community
Certification Matters Blog (www.hrci.org)

24. QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
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25. CONTACT US
HR Certification Institute
HR Metrics
1800 Duke Street
Office 6, Floor 2, Anique Arcade
Alexandria, Virginia 22314 USA
Islamabad, Pakistan
Tel: +1.703.535.6000
Tel: +92 51 8437201
www.thehrmetrics.com
info@thehrmetrics.com
www.hrci.org
Questions: info@hrci.org