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

Overview
The Profession Map provides our profession with a strong foundation 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
- Evidence-based practice
- Technology and people
- Change.
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Culture and behaviour

Business acumen

Evidence-based practice

Technology and people

Change
Download the full set of standards
View the full list of core knowledge standards inside this downloadable document (PDF, 933 KB).
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