HR’s New Chapter Puts a Premium on Continuous Professional Development

Professional development is vitally important for human resource management practitioners in today’s agile marketplace. A new chapter for HR is developing, shifting HR’s focus from administrative functions to direct alignment with C-suite business goals and values.

Becoming a CHRO

How to Become a CHRO

So, you want to rise to the top as a human resource management leader. But what does it take to make it to the ranks of a senior HR officer or Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO)?

HRCI update

Only 10 percent of Certifications, Including HRCI Programs, Are Accredited

When choosing to join the ranks of credentialed human resource management practitioners through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®), you probably wondered: "Is this certification legit, fairly awarded and credible as a true demonstration of my competencies and value as an HR professional?"

Only Accredited HR Certification Program

HRCI: Still the HR Profession's Only Accredited HR Certification Programs

HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®) has received many inquiries about accreditation, such as how it differs from certification and the benefits that third-party validation provides to the HRCI community.

HR, Data and People

HR, Big Data and the Human Factor

Human resource management has joined the "big data party," making use of new information sources to make more precise talent management decisions. That is well known. But what many have missed is perhaps HR's biggest opportunity: to impart the "human factor" into big data and information technology management.

PHR vs SPHR.

Choosing Between the PHR and SPHR: Which Exam Should I Take?

PHR and SPHR certifications support your career in different but equally vital ways. Here’s how to determine which one is right for you.

Take Your Certification Exam Online

Top Tips for Successful Online Exam Delivery

On May 1, 2020, HRCI launched live remote proctored exams via OnVUE to bring the convenience of testing to your home or office.