A Strategic Partnership with SHRM: Bucknell University's Success Story
When Bucknell University faced systemic HR challenges — from outdated practices to a credibility gap — SHRM Business stepped in with comprehensive assessments and strategic guidance. The result? A reimagined People Leadership Organization that’s driving alignment with institutional goals and restoring trust across campus. Want the full story? Download the full case study and learn how SHRM helped Bucknell rebuild their HR department from the ground up—delivering strategic value and measurable results.
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Strategic Solutions for Higher Education HR Leaders
Tools that solve real challenges, build stronger teams, and drive institutional alignment.
At SHRM, we understand the complexities of managing HR in higher education—where collaboration, accountability, and performance must align with institutional goals. Our suite of diagnostics, assessments, and membership resources is designed to equip HR leaders like you with the insights and tools needed to elevate your function from administrative to strategic.
Corporate Membership
Empower your entire HR team with access to SHRM’s industry-leading resources.
Gain enterprise-level access to compliance tools, learning resources, and strategic support that drive HR effectiveness across your institution. Designed for scalability and impact, corporate membership is your gateway to future-ready HR.
- Develop strategic HR capabilities across teams
- Strengthen compliance and risk management
- Build a culture of continuous learning
- Access exclusive training, toolkits, and analytics
Applied Skills & Knowledge Assessment
Pinpoint your team’s strengths—and exactly where to grow.
Built on the SHRM BASK®, this assessment evaluates your team’s skills against the competencies global HR professionals need today. Use it to develop targeted learning strategies and boost performance organization-wide.
- Identify critical skill gaps and strengths
- Cultivate a culture of growth and accountability
- Personalize development plans that align with strategic goals
- Elevate HR's credibility and internal influence
HR Management & Governance Survey
Eliminate confusion. Strengthen alignment. Drive strategic focus.
Misalignment in priorities and unclear roles can derail even the best HR teams. This survey clarifies how HR functions are perceived internally — so you can drive cohesion, prioritize initiatives, and reduce internal friction.
- Uncover differing perceptions of HR effectiveness
- Align priorities across departments and leadership
- Guide structured planning with real stakeholder input
- Build a more results-driven, collaborative HR culture
HR Organizational Alignment Diagnostic
Close the gap between what HR delivers—and what the organization actually needs.
Get a 360° view of how satisfied leaders are with HR performance and where improvement is most needed. This tool helps you align HR with institutional goals and drive better cross-functional collaboration.
- Identify mismatches between HR services and business needs
- Improve performance and strategic clarity
- Make better investment decisions backed by stakeholder insights
- Build lasting credibility and influence across campus
Insights to Drive HR Innovation in Higher Education
Deepen Your Strategy with Higher Ed–Focused Insights
Reimagining HR Partnerships in Higher Education
Explore how HR leaders can build stronger partnerships to drive institutional success.
Boost Employee Experience in Higher Education for Lasting Impact
Learn actionable strategies to enhance employee satisfaction and engagement in academia.
How HR Can Use L&D to Strengthen Retention in Higher Ed
Discover how learning and development initiatives can improve retention rates in higher education institutions.
HR Strategies to Modernize and Empower Today's Teams
Dive into an engaging conversation around the transformation of Bucknell University's HR department with Nicole Whitehead, Vice President of Human Resources at Bucknell University.
Advance Your Institution with SHRM
Discover how SHRM for Business can help your college or university strengthen HR strategy, support faculty and staff success, and navigate the evolving world of work in higher education. Start the conversation today.