PHR · 20%
Business Management
Business Management is 20% of the HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) (PHR), administered by HRCI. It falls under the Professional Certifications category.
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| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Domain | Business Management |
| Exam | HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) (PHR) |
| Domain Weight | 20% |
| Governing Body | HRCI |
| Available in App | Professional Cert Exam Prep: SHRM, LEED, PMI & Six Sigma |
| Official Source | HRCI official website ↗ |
PHR Business Management: FAQ
How much of the PHR covers Business Management?
Business Management accounts for 20% of the PHR, which has 115 questions total. HRCI publishes the official exam content outline with the most current weighting. The C3RT app covers all 5 PHR content areas.
What is the PHR exam format and how does Business Management fit in?
The PHR has 5 content areas across 115 questions in 2.75 hours, with a passing score of 500/700. Business Management is content area 1 of 5 and carries 20% of the total exam weight. The other content areas are Talent Planning and Acquisition, Learning and Development, Total Rewards, Employee and Labor Relations.
How do I study for the Business Management section of the PHR?
Targeted practice by content area is the most effective approach. The C3RT Professional Cert Exam Prep: SHRM, LEED, PMI & Six Sigma app for iOS and Mac tags every practice question by content area, so you can isolate Business Management questions, track your accuracy, and focus study time on your weak spots. Combine focused practice sets with full-length timed mock exams as your test date approaches.
How many questions are on the PHR and what is the passing score?
The PHR consists of 115 questions in 2.75 hours, with a passing score of 500/700. It is administered by HRCI and the exam fee is $395 (HRCI members) / $500 (non-members). The C3RT app includes full-length practice exams that mirror the real format across all 5 content areas.
Where can I find official HRCI resources for Business Management?
The official source for PHR content outlines and study resources is the HRCI website. The exam blueprint, which details all content areas including Business Management, is published there. C3RT is not affiliated with HRCI. It is a third-party practice platform that supplements official materials with 115+ practice questions, flashcards, and study tools across all 5 content areas.
Business Management is a content area on the HRCI Professional in Human Resources (PHR) (PHR), a Professional Certifications exam administered by HRCI. C3RT is not affiliated with HRCI. Certification names and trademarks are the property of their respective organisations. Official exam information is available at the HRCI website.