WorldatWork T2 Exam Details & Actual Exam Questions

WorldatWork T2 Exam Overview:

Certification Vendor:	WorldatWork
Exam Name:	Accounting and Finance for the Human Resources Professional
Exam Number:	T2
Real Exam Qty:	75–87
Exam Duration:	180 minutes
Related Certifications:	CCP GRP CSCP ACCP
Passing Score:	75%
Exam Format:	Multiple-choice
Available Languages:	English
Certificate Validity Period:	3 years (requires 30 recertification credits every 3 years)
Exam Price:	$425–$495 (Member: ~$425; Non-member: ~$495 USD)
Recommended Training:	WorldatWork T2 Official Course WorldatWork Certification Handbook
Exam Registration:	PSI Exam Scheduling WorldatWork Exam Purchase & Access
Exam Way:	Online proctored (PSI On-Demand) or in-person at PSI Test Centers
Pre Condition:	No mandatory prerequisites; recommended for HR professionals with basic business knowledge
Official Syllabus URL:	https://worldatwork.org/courses/accounting-and-finance-for-the-hr-professional

WorldatWork T2 Exam Syllabus Topics:

Section	Weight	Objectives
Topic 1: Cost Concepts & Allocation	25%	- Fixed vs variable labor costs - Cost allocation methods for HR programs - Direct and indirect compensation costs - Budgeting and forecasting for HR
Topic 2: Financial Planning & HR Decision Making	25%	- Impact of HR decisions on financial results - Return on investment (ROI) for HR initiatives - Compensation accounting and expense recognition - Financing and capital structure basics
Topic 3: Financial Statements & Analysis	30%	- Income statement and profitability measures - Cash flow statement and liquidity - Balance sheet components and interpretation - Financial ratios and performance analysis
Topic 4: Foundations of Accounting & Finance	20%	- US GAAP and basic financial reporting standards - Relationship between HR and finance departments - Role of finance and accounting in organizations