PHRi Complete Review Guide 2026–2027
Every exam topic in a 37-page Arabic PDF, ordered from the heaviest unit to the lightest. The first three chapters alone cover about 52% of the exam questions.
- 37Pages
- 92Key points
- 28Common mistakes
- 42Flashcards
Guide map
Each chapter is one exam unit, ordered by its weight in the real exam.
| Chapter | Unit | Weight | Exam questions | Key points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Employee and Labor Relations | 20% | 23 | 14 |
| 2 | Employee Engagement | 17% | 20 | 13 |
| 3 | Total Rewards | 15% | 17 | 13 |
| 4 | Business Management | 14% | 16 | 14 |
| 5 | Workforce Planning and Talent Acquisition | 14% | 16 | 13 |
| 6 | Learning and Development | 10% | 12 | 13 |
| 7 | HR Information Management | 10% | 11 | 12 |
Chapter 1 in full: Employee and Labor Relations
20% of the exam, about 23 questions. These are its key points, as in the guide.
- (6.1–6.2 DEI/CSR and health, safety, privacy) DEI: diversity (differences among people), equity (fair treatment and access) and inclusion (everyone can participate). ILO Convention C111 prohibits discrimination in employment and occupation. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.1.
- (6.1–6.2 DEI/CSR and health, safety, privacy) Reasonable adjustments (accommodations) let employees with disabilities do the job; assess the need individually. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.1.
- (6.1–6.2 DEI/CSR and health, safety, privacy) Corporate social responsibility (CSR) means responsible conduct toward employees, community and environment beyond the legal minimum. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.1.
The rest of chapter 1, on this page
- (6.1–6.2 DEI/CSR and health, safety, privacy) Safety management: hazard assessment, controls (eliminate, substitute, engineer, administrative, PPE), training, inspections and incident records. ILO Convention C155 covers occupational safety and health. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.2.
- (6.1–6.2 DEI/CSR and health, safety, privacy) After a serious injury: give first aid, make the scene safe, report as the law requires, then investigate root causes. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.2.
- (6.1–6.2 DEI/CSR and health, safety, privacy) Employee privacy: collect only necessary personal data, restrict access, keep records for the legal period and dispose of them securely. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.2.
- (6.3–6.4 Policy compliance, complaints and grievance) HR communicates policies, trains managers and applies them consistently; inconsistent application creates legal and fairness risk. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.3.
- (6.3–6.4 Policy compliance, complaints and grievance) Compliance means knowing which labor laws apply, auditing practice against them and correcting gaps; keep records to prove compliance. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.3.
- (6.3–6.4 Policy compliance, complaints and grievance) Complaint handling: receive and record, protect the complainant, investigate impartially, decide, communicate the outcome and follow up. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.4.
- (6.3–6.4 Policy compliance, complaints and grievance) A grievance procedure usually starts with the immediate supervisor and escalates to higher levels; set time limits and keep written records. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.4.
- (6.3–6.4 Policy compliance, complaints and grievance) Investigators must be impartial, interview all parties, gather evidence and keep the process confidential; retaliation is prohibited. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.4.
- (6.5 Union/non-union relations and anti-harassment) Freedom of association and collective bargaining are protected by ILO Conventions C87 and C98; where a union exists, bargain in good faith and apply the agreement consistently. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.5.
- (6.5 Union/non-union relations and anti-harassment) Non-union employee relations rely on open communication, fair policies, grievance channels and employee voice forums. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.5.
- (6.5 Union/non-union relations and anti-harassment) Anti-harassment: ILO Convention C190 covers violence and harassment at work; a policy, training, a safe reporting route and prompt investigation are the core controls. Source: HRCI PHRi Exam Content Outline (2024), Functional Area 06, 6.5.
Common mistakes in this chapter
- Diversity is the mix of people; inclusion is whether they can take part and be heard; equity is fair access.
- An employee refusing clearly unsafe work should not be disciplined; address the hazard.
- Investigations must be impartial and confidential; do not decide before hearing both sides.
- Ignoring a harassment report because there is no witness is a mistake; investigate anyway.
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7-day review plan
The chapters are spread over 6 days by weight so each day carries a similar load. Day 7 is a full exam.
Day 1 · 20% of the exam
Chapter 1: Employee and Labor Relations
Day 2 · 17% of the exam
Chapter 2: Employee Engagement
Day 3 · 15% of the exam
Chapter 3: Total Rewards
Day 4 · 14% of the exam
Chapter 4: Business Management
Day 5 · 14% of the exam
Chapter 5: Workforce Planning and Talent Acquisition
Day 6 · 20% of the exam
Chapter 6: Learning and Development
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The first three key points of each chapter, as they appear in the guide (in Arabic in the PDF).
Chapter 1: Employee and Labor Relations
- (6.1–6.2 DEI/CSR and health, safety, privacy) DEI
- (6.1–6.2 DEI/CSR and health, safety, privacy) Reasonable adjustments (accommodations) let employees with disabilities do…
- (6.1–6.2 DEI/CSR and health, safety, privacy) Corporate social responsibility (CSR) means responsible conduct toward…
Chapter 2: Employee Engagement
- (5.1–5.2 Lifecycle effectiveness and engagement programs) The employee lifecycle runs from attraction, onboarding, development…
- (5.1–5.2 Lifecycle effectiveness and engagement programs) Engagement is emotional and behavioral commitment to the…
- (5.1–5.2 Lifecycle effectiveness and engagement programs) Engagement surveys measure it; pulse surveys are short…
Chapter 3: Total Rewards
- (4.1–4.2 Monetary and non-monetary rewards) Total rewards combine pay, benefits, development, recognition and work…
- (4.1–4.2 Monetary and non-monetary rewards) Base pay is fixed; variable pay (bonus, commission, profit…
- (4.1–4.2 Monetary and non-monetary rewards) Merit pay raises base pay for performance; a spot…
Chapter 4: Business Management
- (1.1–1.2 Business environment and stakeholders) HR adds value when its programs support the organization's…
- (1.1–1.2 Business environment and stakeholders) SWOT analysis lists internal strengths and weaknesses and external…
- (1.1–1.2 Business environment and stakeholders) Expansion into a new country, a merger or a…
Chapter 5: Workforce Planning and Talent Acquisition
- (2.1 Labor law and hiring policy) Job analysis gathers information on duties, skills and…
- (2.1 Labor law and hiring policy) Essential job functions are the core duties of…
- (2.1 Labor law and hiring policy) Workforce planning compares current workforce supply with future…
Chapter 6: Learning and Development
- (3.1 Career development and training) Training needs assessment looks at organization, task and person…
- (3.1 Career development and training) Learning objectives state what learners will be able to…
- (3.1 Career development and training) Methods include on-the-job training, coaching, mentoring, job rotation, cross-training…
Chapter 7: HR Information Management
- (7.1–7.2 HRIS data and analytics) An HRIS stores and manages employee records, payroll, time…
- (7.1–7.2 HRIS data and analytics) Employee self-service (ESS) lets employees view and update their…
- (7.1–7.2 HRIS data and analytics) Cloud-based HRIS is hosted by a vendor and accessed…
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- 1448 AH · 2026–2027
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