Monday, April 30, 2012 - Tuesday, May 1, 2012
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center
San Antonio, Texas

Rev Up Your HR Engine!

The South Texas Human Resources Symposium (STXHRS) is the leading educational event for Human Resource Professionals in the Central and South Texas areas. Symposium participants represent the full spectrum of HR disciplines and experience - they work for small organizations and Fortune 100 companies. They represent public, private and governmental sectors, including for-profit and not-for-profit organizations.

Why you and your team should attend
  • It's a great value! Compare our pricing to other regional HR conferences!

  • Professional Development - More than 30 concurrent sessions presented by experienced speakers who are industry leaders, attorneys, and HR professionals.

  • Hot Topics - Topics will include those at the top of the HR radar screen and will keep you informed on issues vital to your organization.

  • Expand your network by attending our networking events, conference sessions and keynote sessions.

  • More than 40 companies will be on hand in the exhibit hall to offer their latest products and services.

  • Earn recertification credits toward your PHR®, SPHR® and GPHR® certification(s)

This year’s symposium will present you with many opportunities to network with others who share your passion for this great profession, while providing many opportunities to strengthen your HR education and experience.

On-line Registration ends 04/25/2012!!

Fee Structure

Registration Type

Rates Effective 04/01/2012

Members

$325

Guests

$425

SAHRMA Student Members

$0

 
Our 2012 sponsors
 
Our 2012 exhibitors
 
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Each year participants choose from a wide variety of concurrent sessions. Attend any session that meets your educational needs. This year, there are 30 concurrent educational sessions covering a wide variety of HR topics. You can view the session topics and descriptions by going to the "Education" tab and clicking on "Concurrent Sessions."
The sessions are divided into 7 learning tracks aligned with SHRM's HR Body of Knowledge:

Strategic HR Management Human Resource Development Employee and Labor Relations
Workforce Planning and Employment Total Rewards Risk Management
HR Basics and Professional Development


RECERTIFICATION :


2012 STXHRS speaker/presentation information will be reviewed by HRCI for recertification credit hours toward PHR, SPHR and GPHR recertification. After the symposium, record your recertification credits online at HRCI Certification Online. The 2011 Symposium provided HR Professional the opportunity to earn up to 10 recertification credits, including 8 Strategic and 4 International credit opportunities.
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