Program Overview

Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Strategic Human Resources with a concentration in Human Resources Employment Relations is offered by the University of Denver. This program is designed to meet the needs of busy adults and is available on campus in the evenings, online, or in a combination of both.

Program Description

Human Resources plays a crucial role in encouraging respectful employee-employer relationships, which lead to organizational success. The functions of Human Resources include improving employee retention through ethical treatment of employees in terms of compensation, total benefits, achievement of organizational goals, and realistic expectations of performance. All these functions must operate under laws and regulations that are interpreted and applied appropriately to both employees and organizations.

Program Objectives

The Certificate in Strategic Human Resources with a concentration in Human Resources Employment Relations aims to help HR professionals expand their skill set and provide transferable knowledge that can be applied in their current roles. Students will also gain additional knowledge in strategic human resources through elective coursework.

Curriculum

The Strategic Human Resources program offers innovative, career-relevant graduate certificate courses that cover a range of topics, including:

• Compensation
• Information systems
• Decision-making
• Ethics as they relate to HR

Program Structure

Certificate students can expect a challenging program of study, as they learn to implement strategy for organizational success. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of strategic human resources and their application in real-world settings.

Credit Transfer

Credits earned through this graduate certificate may apply toward a master's degree in Strategic Human Resources. This provides students with a flexible and efficient way to pursue further education and career advancement.