
SHRM BODY OF APPLIED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
The SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (SHRM BASK™), formerly the SHRM Body of Competency and Knowledge® (SHRM BoCK®), represents the evolution of the SHRM Competency Model by further defining the knowledge areas in addition to the behavioral competencies. A competency model is a set of competencies that collectively defines the requirements for effective performance in a specific job, profession, or organization.

SHRM-CP
Earning your SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP credential makes you a recognized expert and leader in the HR field—and a valuable asset to your organization, keeping you and your organization more competitive in today's economy. This professional distinction sets you apart from your colleagues, proving your high level of knowledge and skills.
ACADEMIC ALIGNMENT
Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration (BSBA) with concentration in the field in Human Resources Management (HRM)
The Program in University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez (UPRM) includes HR- and HR-related degree programs that align with the SHRM Human Resource Curriculum Guidelines and templates, recommended for HR education at the undergraduate and graduate level.