
Core knowledge
The necessary knowledge for experts on people, work and change

Overview
The new Profession Map provides our profession with the strongest foundation yet for effective decision-making. To help you do this, we've defined six core areas of knowledge required to drive change, create value and make a positive impact in the world of work:
- People practice
- Culture and behaviour
- Business acumen
- Analytics and creating value
- Digital working
- Change.
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Culture and behaviour

Business acumen

Analytics and creating value

Digital working

Change
Download the full set of standards
View the full list of core knowledge standards inside the downloadable document below.
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