“A New Era of Talent Development: Advancing as HR Leaders”

– The Inaugural Ceremony of the CHRO Program at Korea University 

The inaugural ceremony for the first cohort of the CHRO (Chief Human Resources Officer) Program, newly established by Korea University Business School, was held on Tuesday, April 8th at the Cuckoo Seminar Room on the 6th floor of LG-POSCO Hall. 

The event featured a series of segments, including a welcoming address, the university anthem, a campus tour, an introductory lecture, an orientation, and a banquet. During the ceremony, incoming participants had the opportunity to meet with faculty members and peers, sharing their excitement and anticipation for the journey ahead. The ceremony was attended by Eonsoo Kim, Dean of the Business School; Gangseog Ryu, Associate Dean; and Kwanghyun Kim, Academic Director. All three extended warm greetings to the participants. In his welcoming address, Dean Kim remarked, “In this era, valuing and nurturing people is the key source of competitive advantage for any organization. I hope this CHRO program empowers you to grow into HR leaders with both practical capabilities and strategic insight.” 

The first cohort of students shared their thoughts, saying, “Until now, our focus has primarily been on practical work, and we’ve had few opportunities to study HR theories in a structured way. We’re excited to learn and grow through this program,” and added, 
“The chance to network with professionals from a wide range of industries will also be an invaluable asset.” 

The CHRO Program was established to cultivate top-level talent capable of leading the human resources and organizational functions of companies in an ever-changing business environment. Starting in April, the 16-week program is held once a week on Tuesday evenings (18:00–21:00). It is the only CHRO-dedicated executive education program in South Korea, specifically designed for HR managers and senior-level executives.