Strategic Communication in Total Rewards Certification Course: GR9
Make Sure Employees 'Get It'
This course provides an introduction to strategic communication, focusing on total rewards communication. It begins by establishing the purpose and value of strategic communication along with discussing how behaviors can be influenced by communications. In addition, an eightstep process is detailed providing guidance for creating an effective and efficient communication campaign. Case studies provide participants an opportunity to apply the eight step process. Furthermore, specific communications related to each of the total rewards elements are highlighted, as are suggestions for communicating special situations, such as a merger or acquisition.
Learn the rationale for strategically planning a communication campaign
Discuss the characteristics of effective communication
Obtain an understanding of the eight steps of the communication process
Identify the appropriate communication channel to deliver your message
Cover specific total rewards communications considerations and special situations
Find out how to effectively and efficiently manage your communication campaign
Who Should Attend
Course GR9 is designed for those experienced in the employee compensation and benefits fields or for those who would like to broaden their total rewards perspective. Participants who have mastered the concepts in WorldatWork courses GR1, GR4 and GR5 would benefit most, as the course is highly participative and discussion oriented. This course is strategic in nature and is designed for participants who need to focus primarily on the design and direction of communication.
What You Will Learn
Communication Strategy and Total Rewards
Total rewards concepts and components
Value and purpose of strategic total rewards communication
Effective communication
Management’s role in communication
Communication Fundamentals
Fundamentals of communication
Characteristics of effective communication
The strategic communication process
The Strategic Communication Process: Steps 1-4
Step 1—Analyze the situation
Step 2—Define the objectives
Step 3—Conduct audience research
Step 4—Determine key messages
Case study
The Strategic Communication Process: Steps 5-6
Step 5—Select the communication channel
Face-to-face
Paper-based
Technology-based
Step 6—Develop the communications campaign
The Strategic Communication Process: Steps 7-8
Step 7—Implementation
Step 8—Evaluation
Case study
Managing the communication campaign
Total Rewards Communication and Special Situations
Total rewards communication
Compensation
Benefits
Work-life
Performance and recognition
• Development and career opportunities
Total rewards statements
Special situations
Working effectively with external vendors and internal communication departments
Consider Bringing This Course to Your Location This professional development program and others offered by WorldatWork can be customized to meet the unique needs of your organization and delivered at your location. For more information, contact a Corporate Education Resource Manager at 877/710-5970 or 480/905-5980.
Course & Certification Exam held in Brussels, Belgium: €1190 | €890 Member(Includes: course, binder and exam.)
Course & Certification Exam held in Singapore: S$ 2365| S$ 1785 Member (Includes: course, binder and exam.)
Course & Certification Exam held in Australia: AUD $995* (Includes: course, binder, exam.) Exam-only AUD $600* (to order call 877/951-9191) *Includes GST. (Credit cards will be charged at equivalent USD
rate. Exact rate may vary depending on credit card company conversion rate to AUD.)
Course & Certification Exam hosted by the Global Reward Consortium:
$1,810 USD
* | Member $1,220 USD(Includes: course, binder, exam and shipping.)
Self Study Package: $1,225 USD
* | Member $850 USD(Includes: course, binder, certification exam. Shipping & handling not included.)
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Certification Exam Only: $645 USD
* | Member $500 USD
Schedule/Registration
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