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Preparing for the SHRM-SCP® Exam 2027/28

The Official Workbook and 70 Practice Questions from SHRM

Charles Glover, Hanna Evans

Prepare for the SHRM-SCP ® Exam with the only official guide, which includes original practice questions, example answers with explanations from prior exams, and study advice from SHRM.

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EAN: 9781398631687

Edition: 4

Published: 24 Nov 2026

Format: 254 x 178

152 pages

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About the book

Pass your SHRM-SCP® certification exam with confidence using the only official SHRM study guide, written by SHRM exam developers and featuring questions from previous exams.

Preparing for the SHRM-SCP® Exam 2027/28 is the only officially sanctioned SHRM study guide, created specifically for experienced HR professionals preparing for SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP®) certification. Whether you're validating years of strategic HR experience, advancing your career, or preparing for your next leadership role, this trusted resource gives you a clear, structured path to exam success.

Written by Charles Glover and Hanna Evans, members of SHRM's exam development team, this guide is fully aligned with the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge (SHRM BASK®). Developed by the organization behind the SHRM-SCP® certification, it reflects the standards, competencies, and expectations of the exam itself, giving you the confidence to prepare with the most authoritative and exam-relevant resource available.

You'll learn how to:
- Apply advanced HR competencies to complex organizational and strategic scenarios
- Navigate situational judgment questions with a leadership and decision-making mindset
- Build a focused study plan that fits around senior-level responsibilities
- Practice with 70 questions from previous SHRM-SCP® exams to test your knowledge and certification exam readiness
- Identify and close gaps in strategic understanding to maximize exam performance

Preparing for the SHRM-SCP® Exam 2027/28 lets you practice with the question types used in the SHRM-SCP® certification exam, building the confidence you need to succeed on exam day. Earning your SHRM-SCP® certification demonstrates your strategic HR expertise, enhances your professional credibility, and positions you to take on greater leadership responsibilities and drive organizational success with confidence.

Themes include: SHRM-SCP®, SHRM certification, SHRM exam preparation, SHRM BASK®, HR certification study guide, strategic HR leadership, senior HR professionals, HR exam practice questions

About the authors

Charles Glover, MS, is the Director of Certification & Assessment Products at the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) where he manages the development of the SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® exams. He holds a Master of Science Degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and has been a devoted Certification/Licensure professional for over 10 years. He is also a passionate researcher, analyzing exam performance metrics to increase candidate awareness around the benefits of becoming SHRM certified and the optimal preparation strategy toward earning SHRM certification.

Hanna Evans, MPS, SHRM-CP, is the Manager of HR Certification & Assessment Products at the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) where she works to shape the future of HR certification. With a Master of Professional Studies in Human Resources and Employment Relations as well as prior experience as an HR practitioner across various industries, she leverages her expertise to support professional growth and promote excellence in HRM practices.

Charles Glover

Hanna Evans

Section - ONE: The SHRM-SCP Exam Structure;
- Chapter - 01: The SHRM-SCP Exam Structure;
- Chapter - 02: Types of Exam Items;
- Chapter - 03: Exam Items;
- Chapter - 04: Exam Timing;
Section - TWO: The SHRM BASK;
- Chapter - 05: The SHRM BASK;
- Chapter - 06: Structure of the SHRM BASK;
- Chapter - 07: How to Use the SHRM BASK for Studying;
Section - THREE: Using the SHRM BASK to Prepare for the SHRM-SCP Exam;
- Chapter - 08: Using the SHRM BASK to Prepare for the SHRM-SCP Exam;
- Chapter - 09: HR Expertise Example: Structure of the HR Function;
- Chapter - 10: Behavioral Competency Example: Relationship Management;
- Chapter - 11: Let's Practice! Twenty SHRM-SCP Practice Items and Answers;
Section - FOUR: The SHRM-SCP Exam Blueprint;
- Chapter - 12: The SHRM-SCP Exam Blueprint;
- Chapter - 13: Self-Assessment for Your Exam Study Plan;
- Chapter - 14: Create a SMART Study Plan;
- Chapter - 15: Get Started on Your Study Schedule;
Section - FIVE: The SHRM-SCP Fifty-Item Practice Test;
- Chapter - 16: The SHRM-SCP Fifty-Item Practice Test;
- Chapter - 17: SHRM-SCP Practice Test Questions;
- Chapter - 18: The SHRM-SCP Practice Test Answers;
- Chapter - 19: Twelve-Week Study Schedule Template