Human Resource Business Forums – 2010-2011
Wipfli’s Human Resource Business Forums provide education on current trends and best practices in human resource (HR) management.
Every organization has “people concerns,” and Wipfli’s Human Resource Business Forums provide a professional and constructive environment in which to discuss and find solutions to these issues, as well as your other functional HR concerns. Participants remain consistent throughout the year, allowing individuals to develop powerful and lasting mentoring relationships, and engage in significant problem solving.
Benefits
The key benefits you receive by participating in the forums include:
- Sound, timely, and practical information on current trends and best practices in HR management
- Information on changing employment laws and resulting implications
- Professional environment to discuss and find solutions for your unique HR issues
- Advice from experienced consultants who understand your challenges
Format
- Meetings are held monthly from September through May and are 3.5 hours in length
- Roundtable discussions are held to troubleshoot the pressing concerns of our participants, as well as network with other HR professionals
- Professionally facilitated discussions are held, and prepared topics are presented
- Written materials and supporting documents are distributed for each topic
- Beverages and light meals are provided
- Value priced at $1,295 for 31.5 hours of targeted, practical HR education
Options
Human Resource Business Forums
The Human Resource Business Forums have a set curriculum to educate participants on the key functional areas of HR management. These forums are ideal for individuals who do not have a formal education in HR management, who may be new to the field and are looking to acquire foundational knowledge, or who are looking to strengthen their technical skills.
Topics:
Understanding the Role of HR
- Key HR responsibilities
- Important skills for HR professionals
- HR best practices
Creating an Effective Employee Handbook
- Handbook content
- Policy development
- Handbook communication
Understanding the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
- Overtime exemptions
- Hourly vs. salaried pay
- Pay for travel, on-call, and training time
- Minimum wage
- Child labor
Complying With State and Federal Laws
- Significant laws and regulations
- Discrimination and harassment
- FMLA
- Posting and record retention requirements
Recruiting and Selecting Employees
- Work force planning and job analysis
- Job descriptions
- Resumé and application screening
- Interview techniques
- Reference checking
Managing Performance
- New employee orientation
- Performance management systems
- Performance appraisals
Addressing Employee Behavior Problems
- Performance counseling
- Corrective action
- Voluntary and involuntary termination
- Legal land mines
Designing a Compensation System
- Internal and external pay equity
- Salary structure development and maintenance
- Incentive pay systems
Understanding Benefits
- Health insurance
- Flexible benefit plans
- Preventative health and wellness
- Qualified retirement plans
- Benefit communication
Please join us for the first Human Resource Business Forum at no cost, or obligation, and decide if you will join us for the rest of the year. Click your preferred city below to register. Registrations must be completed by September 9, 2010.
Locations:
Eau Claire
Green Bay
Milwaukee
Wausau
Senior Human Resource Business Forums
The curriculum for the Senior Human Resource Business Forums changes each year. The Senior Human Resource Business Forums allow participants to focus on the role of HR at an advanced level and explore organizational development initiatives to enhance the effectiveness of the HR function within their organizations. These forums are appropriate for individuals who have participated in the Human Resource Business Forums or who have at least five years of experience in HR management. There are five educational sessions and four roundtable discussions at the group’s discretion.
Topics:
- Rethinking Retention
- Evalating the Evaluators
- Coaching for Improved Performance
- Gener Communications in the Workplace
- Effectively Guiding Conflict Resolution in Your Organization
Senior Human Resources Business Forums are being held in Appleton, Eau Claire, Green Bay, La Crosse, Milwaukee, and Wausau.
For more details on either of the forum series or to register for the Senior Human Resource Business Forums, please e-mail hrbusforums@wipfli.com or contact Kristina Riddle at 715.843.7452.
Please register now as space is limited and will fill up quickly!