Financial Management for the HR Professional

What Do the Numbers Mean?

This six week course will teach you the fundamentals underlying the flow of financial information used for the preparation and interpretation of financial statements. You will learn to present proof that the return on investment in human resources is valuable to the profitability of the company.

What will you learn?

• How does the stock market interpret financial statements?
• Analysis of financial statements
• Effects of pensions, health care benefits, and stock options on financial statements
• Basic elements of managerial accounting
• Metrics that HR managers use to assess the effects of HR decisions on the bottom line

Who should take this course?

HR professionals who have strategic planning or policymaking responsibilities, or have at least 3 years of HR experience, or completed the SHRM Learning System, or have PHR or SPHR certification

Instructor:
Dr. Morgan Milner Dr. Milner received his Ph.D. in the field of Organizational Behavior from Michigan State University. Prior to pursuing a career in research and academia, Dr. Milner worked in a variety of business fields including banking, investment finance, insurance, and consumer products finance. Since completing his Ph.D., Dr. Milner continues to apply business theory as a consultant and real estate investor. Dr. Milner has published articles and has given presentations in top business venues. In addition, he continues in the EMU tradition of placing a strong emphasis on quality teaching experiences.

HRCI Recertification credit: 16 hours (requires attendance at all six sessions)

Where: Eagle Crest Conference Center, 1275 S. Huron Street, Ypsilanti.

When: Six Tuesday evenings, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m., October 21 - November 25, 2008

Fee: $550 (includes class materials)

Many companies pay for this course through tuition assistance or professional development budgets. Ask your employer if you qualify.

To Register: Call 734.487.0442 or register online at ce.emich.edu/cape