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Leadership & Management
Graduate CertificateThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.
The online graduate certificate program in leadership and management at University of Maryland Global Campus is designed to help you prepare to become a leader in the workforce. With a curriculum developed in conjunction with top employers, you'll gain a foundation in management theory, organizational development, and the management of change, as well as skills in decision-making, communication, strategic planning, leadership in diverse environments, and more.
Program Highlights
This program is designed to provide you with the skills and leadership ability to navigate a variety of workplaces. You'll gain a foundation in organizational and management theory as well as skills in decision making, communication, strategic planning, and coaching and managing others.
Required Courses
Initial Requirement
(0 Credits, UCSP 615)
(to be taken within the first 6 credits of study)
The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.
Core Courses
(6 Credits, MGMT 630)
(This course (or
(3 Credits, MGMT 610) must be taken within the first 6 credits.)
(3 Credits, HRMD 610)
(3 Credits, HRMD 650)
Career Preparation
This program is designed for those who need a strong foundation in principles of management to move ahead in their organizations.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
We recommend you have strong writing and analytical skills.
Total Program Credits
12
Transfer Credits
Up to 3
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $514 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $480 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Strategic Human Resource Management
Graduate CertificateThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.
The graduate certificate program in strategic human resource management is designed to help you gain practical, management-level experience in the theory, research, knowledge, and procedures used by HR executives, generalists, and specialists— and earn a credential that can help you stand out. The curriculum is designed to give you practical skills so you can become a strong decision maker and manager in any HR setting.
Program Highlights
Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.
Required Courses
Initial Requirement
(0 Credits, UCSP 615)
(to be taken within the first 6 credits of study)
The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.
Core Courses
Take the following four required courses:
(3 Credits, MGMT 615)
(3 Credits, HRMD 610)
(3 Credits, HRMD 620)
(3 Credits, HRMD 630)
Choose one of the following courses:
(3 Credits, HRMD 640)
(3 Credits, HRMD 650)
(3 Credits, HRMD 651)
(3 Credits, HRMD 665)
Take these courses in the order listed.
Career Preparation
This certificate is designed to help prepare you to move up the ranks in the HR field.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
We recommend you have a background in human resources or management and strong writing and analytical skills.
Total Program Credits
15
Transfer Credits
Up to 3
Format
- All courses available online
Tuition Per Credit
- $514 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $480 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Management: Human Resource Management
Master's SpecializationThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.
The online master’s in management specialization in human resource management at University of Maryland Global Campus will give you the knowledge and skills you need to advance in the HR field. The program is aligned with the Society for Human Resource Management’s guidelines for graduate education. Gain practical, management-level experience in the latest best practices in the field and develop a skillset you can take anywhere.
Program Highlights
Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.
Required Courses
Initial Requirement
(0 Credits, UCSP 615)
(to be taken within the first 6 credits of study)
The UCSP 615 requirement may be waived if you previously earned a graduate degree from a regionally accredited institution. For more information, contact your academic advisor.
Core Courses
(6 Credits, MGMT 630)
(3 Credits, MGMT 640)
(3 Credits, MGMT 650)
Specialization Courses
(3 Credits, HRMD 610)
(3 Credits, HRMD 620)
(3 Credits, HRMD 630)
(3 Credits, HRMD 640)
(3 Credits, HRMD 650)
(3 Credits, HRMD 651)
(3 Credits, HRMD 665)
Capstone Course
(3 Credits, MGMT 670)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help prepare you for a career in human resources management in the private or public sector.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
- If you lack a recent background in finance or accounting, you should take
(0 Credits, UCSP 620) before
(3 Credits, MGMT 640). - If you lack a recent background in statistics, you should take
(0 Credits, UCSP 630) before
(3 Credits, MGMT 650).
(0 Credits, UCSP 605) is recommended to improve writing skills.
Total Program Credits
36
Transfer Credits
Up to 6
Format
- All courses available online
Tuition Per Credit
- $514 per credit (in-state)
- $659 per credit (out-of-state)
- $480 per credit (military)
- Other fees may apply
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
