The Graduate Certificate Program in Human Resources Management was created in response to the important role of human resources (HR) management in any organization. This certificate program has been designed for experience human resources professionals who seek to expand competencies within this field. This certificate program trains the student to become a full-service generalist who can provide leading-edge solutions in all facets of HR functionality, from benefits design and administration to employee and labor relations, training, and educational development of employees, and leadership in change management for the entire business organization.

Students who complete the Graduate Human Resources Management Certificate Program will acquire the skills and knowledge used by directors of human resources, employee relations managers, EEO officers, and compensation and benefits managers. Today's human resources managers consult top executives regarding strategic planning. They have moved from behind-the-scenes staff work to leading organizations in suggesting and changing human resources policies. Senior management is recognizing the importance of the human resources department to their bottom line.