Provided by SHRM Foundation
Annual lifetime-achievement award recognizing significant past and ongoing research contributions that impact the HR management field. A single cash award of $50,000 is presented annually. Nominations open each year from April through June. For more information visit the SHRM Foundation scholarships page or contact the SHRM scholarships team.
Award amount
$50,000
Number of awards
1 awards available
Frequency
Annually
Deadline
Not specified
Time to apply
60+ min
Essay
May be required — check provider
Nominee must have a broad and deep track record of contributions to the HR discipline through research
Significant past and ongoing research contributions that impact HR management practice
Must demonstrate interactions with the practitioner community (e.g., speaking and consulting engagements)
Authoring books, book chapters, or journal articles that have affected how HR is practiced
Extensive body of published research in top-tier, peer-reviewed journals (examples listed on the award page)
Employees, members of SHRM volunteer panels, national board members of SHRM, HR Institute or the SHRM Foundation and members of their immediate family are not eligible
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Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.
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