Advanced Topics for Certified HR Specialists - CHRS
REGISTRATION: $1,100
DESCRIPTION
As always, this year's Advanced Topics for CHRSs offers a comprehensive and dynamic learning experience that is designed to equip HR professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in an ever-evolving work environment.
This program covers a wide range of topics, including the latest HR trends that are shaping the future of work. Participants will gain valuable insights into the emerging practices and innovative strategies that HR professionals are using to attract, develop, and retain talent in today's competitive job market.
TOPICS INCLUDE
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Employee Engagement and Retention
Employee engagement is a critical factor in driving organizational success, and this program provides participants with the tools and techniques to enhance employee motivation, commitment, and passion for their work. Participants will learn how to build a positive and engaging work culture that fosters high performance and productivity whether employees work in-person, virtually, or in a hybrid model.
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Menopause and Other Inclusive Policies and Benefits
Menopause is a natural phase of life that affects many women in the workforce, yet it is often overlooked when discussing workplace issues. This program tackles this important topic, providing participants with a better understanding of the physical and emotional challenges that menopause can bring and offering guidance on how to support and promote the well-being of menopausal employees. Participants will also be exposed to additional workplace policies and benefits that foster inclusion and meet the needs of today’s workforce.
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Fostering Creativity
Fostering creativity in the workplace is increasingly recognized as a key driver of innovation and growth. This program offers practical strategies and proven techniques to foster a creative and innovative culture within organizations. Participants will explore methods for encouraging and inspiring creativity among employees, creating an environment that facilitates ideation, and implementing effective processes for turning ideas into tangible results.
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AI in the Workplace Update
The integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and automation is revolutionizing the workplace, and this program explores how organizations can leverage these technologies to drive innovation and improve efficiency. Participants will gain insights into the latest AI trends, applications, and best practices, and learn how to minimize risk associated with organizational and employee use of AI.
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The Summer of the Strike: Implications for HR
Union activism is on the rise in the U.S. High-profile strikes included the writers and actors in Hollywood, and the UAW striking all the Detroit Three automakers simultaneously. What conditions have changed to foster this renewed activism? And what can we expect to see in the future? This session will be led by a labor union specialist, and will provide perspectives on new union strategies and their implications for HR managers who represent both unionized and non-union workplaces.
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Mental Health in the Workplace
Mental health issues are common in the workplace. That National Alliance on Mental Illness reports that approximately 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experienced mental illness in 2021. While some mental health issues results from factors outside the workplace, some employees experience mental health issues that are caused by workplace practices. We will discuss both of these, and identify steps that organizational leaders can take to provide support for those who are experiencing mental illness, and to reduce organization factors that contribute to mental illness.
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Today’s Labor Movement in Context
Lastly, an update on US labor relations is provided to participants, imparting a comprehensive understanding of the current state of labor laws and regulations within the powerful historical perspective of US labor Relations. Participants will explore recent developments and NLRB decisions ensuring they stay updated and compliant in their human resource practices.
Overall, this year’s Advanced Topics class offers a rich and varied curriculum that addresses the most pressing issues and challenges in the modern workplace. Participants will gain a holistic understanding of the changing world of work and HR’s role in empowering positive change in their organizations.
RECONNECT!
Reconnect with your fellow CHRS, share ideas and experiences, and strengthen your professional network!
Note: This program is open only to current Certified HR Specialists.
BECOME A CERTIFIED HR PROFESSIONAL
PROGRAM DATE
April 29, May 6, 13, & 20, 2024
Meeting on Mondays
1:00pm - 4:30pm ET
Live Interactive Program via Zoom
REGISTRATION FEE: $1,100
- All of our classes include strategies to maximize learning and ensure an enjoyable, informative learning experience.
MSU employee discount available. Please contact Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu for more information.
INSTRUCTORS
Tina M. Riley, is an Associate Professor in the School of Human Resources and Labor Relations at Michigan State University. She holds a PhD in Higher, Adult and Lifelong Education, with a concentration in Communications, and a Master of Labor and Industrial Relations from Michigan State University.
Dr. Riley is a results-based educator and executive coach with expertise helping individual leaders, and organizations, achieve their full potential through high-impact communications that build trust and promote inclusion and engagement.
She adopts an engaging and holistic approach to teaching that facilitates learners’ ability to move from theory to practice. Her teaching style makes complex concepts accessible to graduate students and seasoned professionals alike. Dr. Riley teaches academic and professional development classes on a variety of HR and leadership topics including communications, leadership development, managing change, diversity and inclusion, and conducting workplace investigations.
With her passionate and engaging style, Dr. Riley develops and presents customized leadership development programs for both public and private sector organizations, from manufacturing to the Courts. Organizational leaders and HR professionals from across the globe including Bahrain, Cameroon, Canada, Georgia, Nigeria have participated in her workshops.
Michelle Kaminski, is an Associate Professor and Associate Director for Undergraduate Programs in the School of Human Resources and Labor Relations at Michigan State University. She works primarily in the area of labor education, teaching workshops for union members and leaders on a wide range of topics including labor law, stewards training, collective bargaining, union leadership, workplace bullying, communication skills, FMLA, and basic economics.
Professor Kaminski received the 2010 Wurf Fellowship from the Labor and Worklife Program at Harvard Law School for her work on gender and union leadership. She was editor of the Labor Studies Journal, the top academic journal in labor education. Previously, she was a bargaining unit chair with the Washington-Baltimore Newspaper Guild Local 35, now part of CWA. She also served as University Vice President (program chair) of the United Association for Labor Education (UALE).
One or more instructors listed above may be teaching this program.
REGISTRATION POLICY
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Registration closes 2 business days before the start of the program.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- Cancellation fees may be waived if the participant registers and attends the same program within 12 months. Fees may only be waived once.
- Participants may send a substitute from the same organization for the same program and date by notifying Kristi White via email at least 5 calendar days in advance of program start date.
- Cancellation more than 30 calendar days before program start date: full refund.
- Cancellation 14 – 29 calendar days prior to program start date: 50% cancellation fee, remainder of program fee refunded.
- Cancellation 13 or fewer calendar days prior to program start date: no refund.
MSU reserves the right to cancel programs when enrollment criteria are not met or for conditions beyond its control. Any additional costs incurred by the enrollee of canceled programs are the responsibility of the enrollee.
SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONS
Accommodations for people with disabilities or special dietary needs (when in-person) may be requested by contacting Program Coordinator, Kristi White at whitekr@msu.edu. We will do all we can to accommodate you. It would be especially helpful if you would contact us at least three weeks before the program.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- MSU's Federal ID Number is 38-6005984
- Business casual attire.
- Please, no audio or video recording.
RECERTIFICATION CREDIT HOURS
This program has been approved for 14 continuing education credit hours towards Professional Development Program recertification.
Learn more about Recertification
Questions? We would be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding this or any of our training programs. Please contact Director of Professional Development, Melanie Zaremba at mzaremba@msu.edu.