Background University Helps Hiring Managers Understand Options for Screening Applicants
April 01 2009 - 8:00AM
Marketwired
Acxiom� Corporation (NASDAQ: ACXM) announced today a professional
learning program for human resource and security managers who want
to ensure legal consistency in hiring practices. Background
University offers participants a real-world analysis of background
screening trends.
"It's a challenge for human resource and security managers to
understand the ever-changing background screening standards
established for their industries," said Mike Cool, who leads
Acxiom's Information Security organization. "This program will help
these managers be consistent and compliant in their hiring and
screening practices."
Acxiom instructors will lead a detailed discussion on the core
components of background investigations and the life cycle of a
background check. Attendees will also learn the differences in
various background search methodologies.
"Our goal is for participants to walk away from the course
feeling confident in their organizations' hiring practices," added
Cool.
The first one-day class will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Tuesday, May 12, in Cleveland, Ohio. Registration is free and can
be made online at http://backgrounduniversity.acxiom.com or by
calling (216) 615-7622. Space is limited. Watch acxiom.com for
information on upcoming sessions.
With 30 years of experience in the background screening
industry, Acxiom provides legally compliant reports including 100
percent in-person/real-time criminal record checks, fingerprinting,
drug testing, credit reports, verification services and driving
records.
About Acxiom
A global leader in risk mitigation and interactive marketing
services, Acxiom connects clients with their customers through deep
consumer insight, powering effective and profitable marketing
initiatives and business decisions. Our consultative approach spans
multiple industries and incorporates decades of experience in
consumer data and analytics, information technology, data
integration and consulting solutions for effective marketing across
digital, Internet, email, mobile and direct mail channels. Founded
in 1969, Acxiom is headquartered in Little Rock, Ark., and serves
clients around the world from locations in the United States,
Europe and Asia-Pacific. For more information about Acxiom, visit
www.acxiom.com.
Acxiom is a registered trademark of Acxiom Corporation.
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For more information, contact: Carol Cassil, APR Acxiom
Corporate Communications (501) 252-8854 GACXM
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