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I almost passed C201 on the first try

Since I already knew C201 would be scenario-based rather than vocabulary-based, I studied some Quizlets that other students found helpful and the questions at the end of the textbooks. I did not just memorize the right answers. I used ChatGPT to help me break the question down, spot patterns, ask for study tips, etc.

I thought, since other students have shared their experiences of not passing C201 on the first try, I wouldn’t be too emotional if I did not pass the first time, but I was wrong. I beat myself up, I feel like, if I didn't go back and second-guess myself on a few questions, I would have passed 🥲

u/MsUnk0wn — 13 hours ago

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Anyone here done the WGU MSHRM? Need honest thoughts about the proctored exams + finishing in 1 term.

Hey everyone,
I’m thinking about starting the WGU MSHRM and wanted to hear from people who’ve actually gone through it. I’ve seen mixed things on Reddit — some say it’s super doable in one term, others say a few of the assessments (especially the proctored ones) are rough.

So I’m trying to get a realistic picture:

How many proctored exams are there in this program, and how tough are they really? Are they the kind of exams where you need to memorize a ton of theory, or more common‑sense HR stuff? I’m fine with writing papers and doing projects, but the live‑proctored camera exams are the part I’m a little unsure about.

Also — for anyone who finished the MSHRM in one term — what did you do before your term started to make things easier? Did you study certain topics ahead of time, use Quizlet, watch YouTube summaries, anything like that? Basically trying to figure out how to prep so I can hit the ground running and not waste time once the term starts.

Any honest experiences or tips would help a lot. Thanks!

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u/Economy_Stranger_225 — 3 days ago

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Hi All! I wanted to offer some advice on what I did to pass this exam. A little background: I have been on the People Analytics Team with my current company for about 2 years. I'm learning as I go, so I did have a tiny bit of knowledge from being in the HR/HRIS/PA field.

Study: I took the PA about 2 weeks ago and did not pass. I wasn't that far off, though. I took the coaching report, put it into ChatGPT, and had ChatGPT quiz me on all 70 questions. Anything that I missed, GPT would explain why each answer was or was not correct. So, it wasn't a quick process, but I used it as a training guide.

I will say that the OA is not aligned with the PA, so don't just study the PA and think you're going to pass. I did about 1 page of the Study Guide and gave up because it seemed never-ending. One of the professors sent me a Quizlet test, and I crammed that about 2 hours before the exam. That really finalized a lot for me. It probably took the full 2 hours because if you miss a question, it keeps re-asking you. I would say that Quizlet may have covered about 20% of the test.

Testing: What really helped me was the whiteboard. I wrote A, B, C, D on the whiteboard and would put an X, check mark, or ? next to the answers. There are some answers that are obviously incorrect. Then I would summarize the question on the whiteboard too, so I didn't have to reread the question. The majority of the questions are scenario-based, so that was not fun but if you take your time, you can get through it.

I hope this helps, and good luck!!

u/Minute_Collar_4154 — 6 days ago