Public Personnel Management [Graduate Certificate]

Program Overview

This program provides a foundation in human resources management, covering topics such as unionized settings, public administration, and personnel administration. Students can choose from a range of restricted electives to tailor their studies to their career goals, preparing them for roles in human resources or managerial positions.

Program Outline

Outline:

• Required Courses: 9 hours
• MGMT 625 Management in Unionized Settings 3hrs
• PLSC 510 Public Administration Concepts 3 hrs
• PLSC 515 Public and Nonprofit Personnel Administration 3 hrs
• Restricted Electives: 6 hours
• Select six credit hours from the following:
• MGMT 611 HR and Technology 3 hrs
• MGMT 618 Staffing Organizations 3 hrs
• MGMT 620 Compensation Management 3 hrs
• MGMT 621 Benefits Administration 3 hrs

Careers:

Career opportunities associated with the completion of the program include roles such as:

• Human resources staff members
• Those changing from entry-level, non-professional, professional, or technical roles to managerial roles