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Gardner-Webb University Searight PACE Program combines theory with practical application, and flexibility, to give you a holistic view of real-world and strategic HR management that includes an overview of people analytics. 

This certificate program is designed for human resource professionals who want to advance their competence in payroll law, compensation structures, and other payroll-related topics. This interactive program includes practical activities to apply knowledge and advance HR skills.   

Completion of each class will result in 6 SRHM credits.

Students and professionals who complete this program:

  • Learn about designing pay structures, developing employee policies, communicating employee benefits, selecting payroll systems and working with the executive team to develop hiring and employment goals 
  • Understand the basic principles of using HR analytics to improve collaboration between employees and between departments to meet goals, whether it’s driving innovation or efficiency 
  • Leverage data analysis to separate skill from luck; identify internal biases; and understand the staffing cycles of hiring, internal mobility, and attrition 
  • Motivate individual performance, design reward systems, and create a desirable work environment 
  • Create a mindset around systems of work versus individual jobs, focusing on retention and employee potential 
  • Design an organizational structure built for recruiting top talent and competitive advantage 

PACE 901 Payroll

Learn how to develop employee and employer related taxes and how withholdings work. Communicate and explain the payroll process to employees. Develop, plan, and implement a compensation structure.

When: Saturday, May 18th, 9 am – 3 pm 

Location: Charlotte Center, 8030 Arrowridge Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273 

Cost: $249 (lunch provided) 

Curriculum

What You’ll Learn

PACE 900 Employee Management

Use HR Metrics to master recruiting, onboarding, and retention practices. Learn the administrative best practices for managing retirement plans, conducting investigations, and terminating employees the legal way.

PACE 901 Payroll

Learn how to develop employee and employer related taxes and how withholdings work. Communicate and explain the payroll process to employees. Develop, plan, and implement a compensation structure.

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What is Searight PACE?

Gardner-Webb University’s Searight Professional and Continuing Education program offers very specific, online and in-person courses to enhance the skill levels of professionals ranging from entry level to mid-management, executive, and beyond.

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