Advanced Topics for Certified HR Specialists - CHRS
REGISTRATION: $1,100
THE LATEST INFORMATION FOR CERTIFIED HR SPECIALISTS
This year's Advanced Topics for CHRSs program will offer 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.
We will be covering 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.
2025 AGENDA FOR ADVANCED TOPICS
To cover the latest HR trends, the agenda for the 2025 Advanced Topics for CHRSs will be made available closer to the program date.
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 DATES
October 23 & 30, 2025
Meeting on Thursdays
8:30am - 12:30pm ET
Live Interactive Program via Zoom
REGISTRATION FEE: $1,100
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
- This is a 2-session program meeting on Thursdays from 8:30am - 12:30pm ET
- Day 1: Thursday, October 23, 2025
- Day 2:Thursday, October 30, 2025
- 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.
INSTRUCTOR
Dr. Tina M. Riley, is an Associate Professor in the School of Human Resources and Labor Relations at Michigan State University and served as the School's Director of Professional Development and Associate Director for 20 years.
She 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.
Her engaging and holistic approach to teaching 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 including leadership and interpersonal skills development, labor relations, developing inclusive workplaces 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, India, and Nigeria report finding her programs to be highly beneficial both for individuals, teams, and organizations.
Dr. Riley holds a Ph.D. in Higher, Adult and Lifelong Education, with a concentration in Communications, and a Master of Labor and Industrial Relations from Michigan State University.
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.