Program Overview

Human Resources Management

The Human Resources Management program is designed for individuals interested in human resources management, human resources specialists seeking career advancement, professionals looking to expand their career opportunities, and professionals exploring transitioning into human resources positions.

Program Overview

This 36-unit certificate program offers a current, comprehensive, and practical grounding in the major areas required of a human resources professional. The program provides the knowledge and skills needed to establish and advance a career in the field.

What You Can Learn

• Explore the fundamentals of human resources management
• Design and administer compensation and benefit packages
• Learn how to structure a human resources department and recruit talent
• Study employee relations and the legal aspects of human resources management

Program Format

The program is offered online and in-person, and can be completed 100% online.

Required Courses

The program consists of 8 required courses:

• MGMT X 450: Elements of Human Resources Management
• MGMT X 450.03: Financial Aspects of Human Resources Management
• MGMT X 450.2: Talent Acquisition
• MGMT X 450.31: Compensation Programs: Administration and Design
• MGMT X 450.32: Benefits Programs: Administration and Design
• MGMT X 450.34: Employee Relations and Legal Aspects of Human Resources Management
• MGMT X 482.201: Human Resources Development
• MGMT 859.50: Ethics for Human Resources Professionals

Elective Courses

Students must complete 8 units of elective coursework. Elective courses include:

• MGMT X 450.35: Strategic Human Resources Management
• MGMT X 450.36: Human Capital Management
• MGMT X 450.50: Internship in Human Resources Management
• MGMT X 450.65: International Human Resources Management
• MGMT X 469.15: Crisis Management and Communications: Safeguarding Image and Viability
• MGMT X 482.202: Organizational Communication
• MGMT X 482.203: Advanced Human Resources Management
• MGMT X 490.8: Cross-Cultural Communication and Management in a Global Workforce
• MGMT X 491.11: Managing Change in Organizations
• MGMT X 497.613: Fundamentals of Business Administration and Management

Internship Opportunities

An internship in human resources management can provide practical experience in a variety of human resource job functions. Certificate students must complete a minimum of 20 units of program curriculum (typically 5 courses), with a GPA of 3.0 or better, before enrolling in the internship.

Cost and Fees

• Application and Candidacy Fee: $200
• Estimated Textbooks and Materials: $1,100
• Estimated Program Tuition: $8,600

Payment Options

• Eligible for VA Benefit
• Federal Financial Aid is not available

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