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Human Resources
Wilson Hall, Room 401
371 Wilson Boulevard
Rochester,
MI
48309-4486
(location map)
(248) 370-3480
Office hours:
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
and by appointment

Available Trainings
Our mission is to provide the tools and resources needed for Oakland University employees to effectively and efficiently perform their jobs.
Our area is responsible for training on:
Our area is responsible for training on:
- New technologies
- Web development
- Desktop applications
- Banner
- Employment issues
- Management skills
Skillsoft
Building and sustaining a high-performance culture within Oakland University requires an investment in the personal and professional development of its workforce. University Human Resources is committed to providing quality personal and professional development opportunities to support faculty, staff and administrators in their pursuit of career growth and professional excellence. Everyone is encouraged to take advantage of the numerous and varied learning opportunities that are available, including online learning.
SkillSoft provides a vehicle to build skills and knowledge, and enhance strengths gained from experience or education. Faculty, staff and administrators have access to a library of approximately 1500 courses, which can be taken via the Internet from any computer, at any location with Internet access, any time of day or night. There are three primary curricula for selection:
Learners can print certificates of completion on courses in which they have earned an 80 or higher.
All Oakland University faculty and staff are eligible for this training tool.
New users: Send an email to cmpatterson@oakland.edu to get your SkillSoft account.
Returning users: Sign into SkillSoft.
SkillSoft provides a vehicle to build skills and knowledge, and enhance strengths gained from experience or education. Faculty, staff and administrators have access to a library of approximately 1500 courses, which can be taken via the Internet from any computer, at any location with Internet access, any time of day or night. There are three primary curricula for selection:
- Business Skills Curriculum include topics such as management and leadership, written and verbal communication skills for personal and professional effectiveness, and customer service skills;
- Desktop Curriculum offers courses on Microsoft Office applications, internet browsers, and Adobe programs;
- IT professionals can select from Oracle database courses and project management skills. SkillSoft courses are easy to navigate and the learner is actively engaged through audio, case studies, animation and the ability to print handouts for reference. Pre- and post-tests provide an opportunity to demonstrate proficiency.
Learners can print certificates of completion on courses in which they have earned an 80 or higher.
All Oakland University faculty and staff are eligible for this training tool.
New users: Send an email to cmpatterson@oakland.edu to get your SkillSoft account.
Returning users: Sign into SkillSoft.
Employment
Services
Services
SkillCheck Assessment Overview
Learn how UHR Employment Services' SkillCheck Assessment software can help you set goals for success in your career! This presentation discusses what to expect, what the assessment measures, and how you can use your results as a tool for your own professional development.
Support Documents
SkillCheck/SkillSoft Comparison Chart (For Microsoft Office 2007)
Keyboard Shortcuts
Employment at OU - Changes in I-9 Guidelines
The following slides provide a guide for processing the Form I-9.
Benefits
and Retirement
and Retirement
For Retirees
If you are a retiree, who would like to make payments for your retiree benefits online, you can visit UHR Marketplace. View detailed instructions on how to make payments.