Business Programs Virtual Information Session
Wednesday, January 8, 2025, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Remote-Live via Zoom
Alexandra Hoffmann, Director, Center for Workforce Development, will present and address any questions regarding our business programs. Registrants will learn about programs in our business section, including:
- Project Management
- Human Resources
- Accounting
- Spanish in the Workplace
- MS Office Excel
- Grant-Supported Training
Click the link to register and receive the Zoom link!
What You Will Learn
Managers, HR professionals and entrepreneurs who would like to learn more about the hiring and handling of employees, health insurance, compensation and other human resources programs and procedures will benefit from this program. Whether you are interested in pursuing testing for credentials from organizations such as the Human Resources Certification Institute or the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), or simply looking to grow your expertise, this program provides you with the knowledge needed for career growth and preparation to sit for the SHRM certification exam.
Human Resources Students Learn How to:
- Identify and implement recruiting and retention programs
- Manage a diverse workforce
- Evaluate effectiveness using metrics
- Comply with federal and state legislation
- Design and conduct employee training programs
- Develop benefits packages
Curriculum
Through case studies, simulations, guest speakers and a visit to a chapter meeting, students learn about HR management, recruitment, retention, benefits, training, evaluation, and regulations compliance. This program can be completed in as little as two semesters. Students earn Continuing Education Units (CEU) for attending each class.
Please note that these courses can be taken in any order, but the Capstone course requires at least one other course as a prerequisite.
Textbook:
Managing Human Resources, 19th Edition by Snell and Morris. Purchase from Cengage Publishing here.
Why Study at CCM?
The Center for Workforce Development offers courses with evening and/or weekend hours, often taught remotely in a live format with an engaging instructor who is a subject matter expert. Evening hours make it convenient for working adults to attend class outside of the standard work day. Our HR instructors are industry professionals committed to the success of their students. They are available to answer questions, to help students master the subject matter, and prepare them to sit for, and pass, the SHRM certification exam.
Related HR Courses:
Total Rewards: Compensation and Benefits (CHR-117E)
Compensation and benefits are primary factors in recruiting and retaining top talent and the key to a company’s competitiveness. HR develops packages for executives and compensation and benefits levels for employees that are internally and externally equitable and that fit the company’s needs. Major topics discussed: salary grading and banding using a market-based strategy; management of company paid benefits (medical, dental etc.); ERISA and other regulatory issues pertaining to benefits; other rewards including paid time off and flexible schedules.
INSTRUCTORS: Judy Treibman, MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, GBA, Kenneth Sterzer, MPS, SHRM-CP, PHR, Ana Christina DeOliveira, MBA, CPC, SHRM-SCP
Tues, Feb 11-March 11, 2025 from 6:15-9:15 p.m.
Textbook information: Managing Human Resources, 19th Edition by Snell and Morris. Purchase from Cengage Publishing here.
Feb 11, 2025 – Mar 11, 2025 | 6:15 pm – 9:15 pm
Course ID: 28384
Instructor: Sterzer, DeOliveira
Location: Remote-live
Strategic HR Management and Capstone Project (CHR-127E)
In order to be an active partner in the strategic management of a company, HR must understand the business climate and the competition. HR translates corporate goals (both short and long-term) to the department and individual level. HR reduces or mitigates risk to the company. Students will work in groups on a project of choice and will identify and report on solutions drawing from multiple areas of HR. Major topics discussed: SWOT (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats) Analysis; health, safety, and security risks; workforce changes including mergers/acquisitions, reductions in workforce.
INSTRUCTORS: Judy Treibman, MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, GBA, Kenneth Sterzer, MPS, SHRM-CP, PHR, Ana Christina DeOliveira, MBA, CPC, SHRM-SCP
Tues, March 25-April 15 from 6:15-9:15 p.m.
Textbook information: Managing Human Resources, 19th Edition by Snell and Morris. Purchase from Cengage Publishing here.
Mar 25, 2025 – Apr 15, 2025 | 6:15 pm – 9:15 pm
Course ID: 28385
Instructor: Sterzer, DeOliveira
Location: Remote-live
HR Management and Staffing (CHR-121E)
People are the most valuable asset to any organization. Learn how to identify and implement recruiting and retention programs to impact productivity and profitability. Assess HR effectiveness using measurement tools. The class will attend a Society of Human Resources chapter meeting (Sussex-Warren) as a field trip. Topics will include Trends in HR Management and the contemporary role of HR in the large and small organization; Develop recruiting and retention strategies and practices; Manage a diverse workforce and a global workforce; Evaluate HR performance/effectiveness with metrics. The class will attend a Society of Human Resources chapter meeting (Sussex-Warren) during one session.
INSTRUCTORS: Judy Treibman, MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, GBA, Kenneth Sterzer, MPS, SHRM-CP, PHR, Ana Christina DeOliveira, MBA, CPC, SHRM-SCP
Next offered Fall 2025
Remote-live
5 sessions: 15 hours, CEU 1.5
Cost: $399
Textbook information: Managing Human Resources, 19th Edition by Snell and Morris. Purchase from Cengage Publishing here.
Employment Law (CHR-122E)
Professionals provide training to managers and employees on compliance issues, develop and implement policies, practices and procedures. Learn about relevant legislation such as: Employment at will/wrongful discharge, NJ state and local legislation, OSHA, FLSA, ERISA, FMLA, NLRA, WARN, COBRA, HIPAA and EEO.
INSTRUCTORS: Judy Treibman, MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, GBA, Kenneth Sterzer, MPS, SHRM-CP, PHR, Ana Christina DeOliveira, MBA, CPC, SHRM-SCP
Next offered Fall 2025
Remote-live
6 sessions: 18 hours; CEU 1.8
Cost: $429
Textbook information: Managing Human Resources, 19th Edition by Snell and Morris. Purchase from Cengage Publishing here.
Training and Staff Development (CHR-119E)
Continuous learning is essential to a productive and efficient workforce. HR delivers corporate training to employees based on business objectives. Covered: define core competencies; conduct a needs assessment; design and deliver training programs; link career development and performance management to training.
INSTRUCTORS: Judy Treibman, MBA, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, GBA, Kenneth Sterzer, MPS, SHRM-CP, PHR, Ana Christina DeOliveira, MBA, CPC, SHRM-SCP
Next offered Fall 2025
Textbook information: Managing Human Resources, 19th Edition by Snell and Morris. Purchase from Cengage Publishing here.
Careers in the Field
Getting certified as an HR Professional-Generalist demonstrates industry credibility and a comprehensive skill set. It provides a definite advantage to anyone looking to enter a Human Resources career. Careers in HR include:
- Recruitment specialist
- Benefits manager
- Corporate trainer
Paying for Your Education
The HR Generalist program at CCM (5 classes) has been approved by the NJ Department of Labor for NJ residents who are unemployed or underemployed and wish to receive a training voucher to pay for this program. If you are un/underemployed, click here for information on how to qualify.
Instructors
Kenneth Sterzer, MPS, SHRM-CP, PHR
Ken has worked in HR Generalist, Management and Business Partner roles since 1995 and is currently a Senior HR Business Partner at Siemens Healthineers. He earned a master’s degree in Human Resources and Employment Relations from Penn State University and a bachelor’s degree in Communication and Labor Studies and Employment Relations from Rutgers University. He earned his SHRM-CP professional designation in 2015 and his PHR designation in 2001. Ken is an active member and volunteer with the Sussex-Warren Human Resource Management Association.
Ana Christina DeOliveira, MBA, CPC, SHRM-SCP
Ana is a Certified Professional Coach who has worked with many companies to build high-performance teams, forge relationships, and increase the effectiveness of each organization. She has many professional certifications and holds an MBA from Excelsior College, as well as a BS in Business Administration from Thomas Edison State College.
Patricia Cardenas-Randall, MBA, D&I, Strategic Advisor
Patricia brings over 30 years’ experience as an accomplished HR Business Partner, Global HR Operations Leader, and HR Advisor, specializing in connecting organizational strategy with bespoke HR solutions. Her expertise spans diverse industries such as biotech, consumer products, life sciences, public health, technology, non-profits, and startups in the US and globally. Patricia holds a BA in Economics from the University of California San Diego, an MBA from the University of Michigan, and a Diversity & Inclusion for HR Certificate from Cornell University.
Contact Us
Center for Workforce Development, County College of Morris
Student Community Center, Room 125
214 Center Grove Road, Randolph NJ 07869
E: wfd@ccm.edu
P: 973-328-5187
