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Online Graduate Certificate

Strategic Human Resource Management

Strategic Human Resource Management
Graduate Certificate
AT A GLANCE
  • 15 credits
  • Transfer up to 3 credits
  • All courses available online
TUITION
  • $514 per credit (in-state)
  • $659 per credit (out-of-state)
  • $480 per credit (military)
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Master management skills and best practices with a human resource management certificate.

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.

Courses

Total Credits Required: 15

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.

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These requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022–2023 academic year. For prior year requirements, visit our catalog archive.

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Graduate Certificate Requirements

In addition to the specific course requirements outlined on each certificate webpage, UMGC maintains certain requirements for all certificates.
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Program Highlights

Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.

Examine Intercultural Environments
Explore how culture influences leadership style & communication.
Employ Best Practices
Use organizational theory, effectiveness measurement, and systems thinking.
Know Your Strengths
Take a leadership style assessment.
Manage Workplace Conflict
Practice using negotiation, facilitation, mediation, and arbitration.
Develop Procedures
Design HR policies and processes to support changing environmental factors.
Demonstrate Knowledge
Research a labor or employee relations topic in depth and report findings.

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Experience Recommended for Success

  • We recommend you have a background in human resources or management and strong writing and analytical skills.

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