Professional Development and Certification
The value of education and job knowledge has never been more important than now. Human Resource professionals need to ensure their organization’s total rewards portfolio will keep their employees motivated and engaged. Partnering with WorldatWork, The Compensation & Benefits Network of Greater St. Louis is committed to providing total rewards professionals within our community the tools, resources, professional development and certification opportunities required for success.

Other CBN-sponsored Professional Development Opportunities
As part of your membership total-value package, CBN plans to offer brief (1-3 hour) workshops, seminars and/or webcasts in addition to our bi-monthly programs. Current offerings are listed below. Please check backwatch for updates on a listing of other workshops, seminars and/or webcasts hosted by CBN, as well as other education opportunities offered by CBN-partner organizations such as AAIM, etc.

Upcoming CBN-sponsored WorldatWork Courses:

Apr. 18-19, 2012 Apr. 18-19, 2012 October 17-18, 2012 October 17-18, 2012

Job Analysis, Documentation and Evaluation (C2) This course examines the methods and processes that support job analysis, job documentation and job evaluation in order to attract and retain effective talent. You’ll cover various methods of job evaluation including quantitative and market-based approaches. Exercises help you see how the methods outlined in the course can be put into practice in your organization. Total Rewards Management (T1) Learn what is required to formulate a rewards program that has the power to attract, motivate and retain—total rewards. Participants are introduced to the total rewards model and each of its components. Emphasis is given to the five elements of total rewards: compensation, benefits, work-life, performance and recognition, and development and career opportunities. Gain an understanding of the total rewards model. Accounting and Finance for the Human Resources Professional (T2) This course presents an introduction to U.S. accounting regulations and practices. It will provide you with the understanding you need to interact effectively with accounting and finance departments in your company. Strategic Communication in Total Rewards (T4) This course begins by establishing the purpose and value of strategic communication along with discussing how behaviors can be influenced by communications. In addition, an eight-step process is detailed providing guidance for creating an effective and efficient communication campaign.

SAVE! 
Minimize the cost by being a member of the Compensation & Benefits Network of Greater St. Louis and/or WorldatWork. As a member, you can save over $600 on the cost of CBN-sponsored courses.

$1,175/course – Compensation & Benefits Network of Greater St. Louis Member or WorldatWork Member ($1,810/course for non-members).

To register for these courses: Click on the course link above, or click here.

Note: Pricing details are subject to change without notice; however, the program details remain constant.

2012 Special Pricing Offer from WorldatWork on other non-CBN sponsored education offerings:
Build your skills with special pricing on education from WorldatWork! CBN is proud to be a member of the WorldatWork Local Network. In partnership with WorldatWork, we are offering a new special program with huge benefits for you! Our members will receive special discounted pricing when you purchase other non-CBN sponsored WorldatWork hosted courses, self-paced E-Learning courses, webinars or membership at a deeply discounted rate, now through the end of 2012. If you are a member of CBN only, you will get a special rate reduction off the WorldatWork nonmember rate. If you are also a member of WorldatWork, you will get the deepest discount. The 2012 special pricing is as follows:

** Excludes local CBN-sponsored WorldatWork courses listed above. Travel, lodging and other expenses not included.

Visit WorldatWork to learn more about these special offers and pricings. Click here to register and take
advantage of this special offer. Questions? Contact WorldatWork Customer Relationship Services at 877-951-9191.

[On the WorldatWork web site, you will be required to login. If you do not have a login ID and password or you are not sure, please select the “I forgot my password” link on the left side of the screen. When prompted, input your e-mail address. WorldatWork will e-mail you your ID and password so you may login and take advantage of these great offers.]

Note: Pricing details are subject to change without notice; however, the program details remain constant.

The Value of Certification
With certification you are telling your employer and the world you are equipped to make strategic decisions and implement practical solutions to address today’s complex business challenges. The WorldatWork Society of Certified Professionals, an affiliate of WorldatWork, provides HR professionals worldwide with designations of prestige. Based on the universal principles, the Society provides six prestigious designations in key areas of total rewards: compensation, benefits and work-life. Depending on the certification you desire, you may be required to pass an accumulation of exams or pass one comprehensive exam. It’s time to distinguish yourself and show that you are committed to remaining on the leading edge of your profession. Find out more about certification today.

Other CBN-sponsored Professional Development Opportunities
As part of your membership total-value package, CBN plans to offer brief (1-3 hour) workshops, seminars and/or webcasts in addition to our bi-monthly programs. Please check back for a listing of other workshops, seminars and/or webcasts hosted by CBN, as well as other education opportunities offered by CBN-partner organizations such as AAIM, etc.

About WorldatWork
The Total Rewards Association WorldatWork (www.worldatwork.org) is a not-for-profit organization providing education, conferences and research focused on global human resources issues including compensation, benefits, work-life and integrated total rewards to attract, motivate and retain a talented workforce. Founded in 1955, WorldatWork has nearly 30,000 members in more than 100 countries. Its affiliate organization, WorldatWork Society of Certified Professionals®, is the certifying body for the prestigious Certified Compensation Professional® (CCP®), Certified Benefits Professional® (CBP), Global Remuneration Professional (GRP®), Work-Life Certified Professional™ (WLCP®), Certified Sales Compensation Professional™ (CSCP™), and Certified Executive Compensation Professional™ (CECP™). WorldatWork has offices in Scottsdale, Arizona, and Washington, D.C.

The WorldatWork group of registered marks includes: Alliance for Work-Life Progress® or AWLP®, workspan®, WorldatWork ® Journal, and Compensation Conundrum®.