PROGRAM OVERVIEW
In this highly interactive program, you will build skills that set  you apart as a trusted HR business partner (HRBP). You will  uncover the influential power of the HRBP role and leave this  course confident in your ability to improve HR services across  your organization through a solid HRBP structure. Designed with  HR practitioners in mind, this course provides opportunities for  you to analyze real-world case studies and engage in dynamic  group discussions to strengthen your consulting skills, business  acumen, and ability to strategically contribute to organizational  goals. You will also create your own business case and implementation plan that you can use to facilitate your organization’s  transition to the HRBP structure.
 
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
This program is designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills necessary to:
Identify key leadership skills of HR business partners.
Demonstrate effective internal consulting services.
Demonstrate business acumen and an awareness of the financial drivers of company performance.
Develop a business case and implementation plan for your  organization to transition to the HRBP structure.
Align your recommendations with the strategic direction of  the organization
 
PROGRAM OUTLINE
SECTION 1: Introduction
 
SECTION 2: Performance Expectations for HR Business Partners
Key skills
Developmental priorities
Build your skill as a strategic contributor
Track metrics line managers value
Learn about your industry and business
Continually ask how HR can make a difference
Demonstrating your skill as a business leader and HR professional
Perform to gain trust and confidence of organization leaders
 
SECTION 3: Internal Consulting Skills
Process vs. expert consulting
Alignment with the internal client organization
Using questions effectively
Develop relationships with business leaders
Five-step internal consulting process (steps 1-2)
Interviewing and information gathering
Presenting your ideas effectively to align with the needs of the organization
Five-step internal consulting process (steps 3-5)
 
SECTION 4: Business Acumen
Why business acumen is essential for HR business partners
Business models
Cash flow compared to profits
 
SECTION 5: Align Projects with Strategic Direction
Definition and use
Elements to consider
Components of an effective business case
Presenting your business case
 
SECTION 6: Leadership Skills for HR Business Partners
Build your skills as a strategic contributor
Track metrics that managers value
Ensure traditional HR role is running smoothly
Learn about the organization and the mission
Continually ask “How can HR make a difference?”
Move away from the “policing” role
Move toward a “partnership” role
Build on the basics to ensure a strategic focus
 
SECTION 7: Conclusion
 
Recertification
SHRM: 15 PDCs