CERTIFICATION EXAM
(MAIN TERMS) FLASH
CARDS
IPMA-HR
Evatee 10/19/24 IPMA-HR
, IPMA-HR SENIOR CERTIFICATION EXAM
(MAIN TERMS) FLASH CARDS
Competency Answer - general capability that an individual transfers from one
job or task to another
1997 Training and Development Article "Competency: the Next Generation
Patricia McLagan's definition of competency Answer - "attribute bundle" that
may include combination of knowledge, skills, and attitudes (KSAs) as well as
tasks, activities, outputs, or results
What are the 4 IPMA Human Resources roles? Answer - HR Expert, Business
Partner, Change Agent, Leader
What was IPMA-HR's Competency Model based on? Answer - AT&T Model
developed in early 90s and NAtional Academy of Public Administration Model
How many competencies are in the IPMA-HR Competency Model? Answer - 20
What are the 2 key aspects of the Business Partner role? Answer - When HR
function is viewed as an experienced and respected Business the function has
greater purpose more than provider of support services and being a
management partner who share accountability with line managers for
achieving business and organizational results
What are the 2 key aspects of the Change Agent role? Answer - Operating as
an effective leader regarding short and long term change inside HR function
and lead organization in change efforts