The 2026-2027 version was published on March 12, 2026. The entire review section and questions have been updated.
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Chapter 1: Business Objectives and Best Practices
Chapter 2: The Core Values of an Organization
Chapter 3: The Role of Cross-Functional Stakeholders
Chapter 4: Business Best Practices to Mitigate Risks
Chapter 5: Significance of Data in Deciding Organizational Strategies
Chapter 6: Federal Laws and Regulations
Chapter 7: The Process of Recruiting
Chapter 8: Orientation of New Employees
Chapter 9: Staffing Alternatives
Chapter 10: Transition Techniques for Corporate Restructuring
Chapter 11: Organizational Development
Chapter 12: Instructional Design Principles and Processes
Chapter 13: Consultation on Professional Growth and Development Opportunities
Chapter 14: Training Program Facilitation, Techniques and Delivery
Chapter 15: Coaching, Mentoring and Employee Retention
Chapter 16: Compensation and Rewards
Chapter 17: Job Analysis and Evaluation Concepts and Methods
Chapter 18: Non-Monetary Compensation
Chapter 19: Functional Effectiveness of the Employee Life Cycle
Chapter 20: Human Resource Management and Organizational Values
Chapter 21: Diversity and Inclusion
Chapter 22: Workplace Safety and Emergency Response
Chapter 23: The Collective Bargaining Process
Chapter 24: The Process of Termination
Tests 1-27: Questions
Tests 1-27: Answers