The Certificate Program in Human Resource Management addresses issues that the human resource employee faces daily, from legal matters to staff recruitment and development. This program series is designed for those who have functional responsibility to carry out the duties of an organization's human resource department; seasoned human resource staff members wishing to keep current; newcomers to the field requiring new knowledge and skills; or specialists wanting to broaden their knowledge. Major topic areas that are covered include the role of human resources; employment practices; employment law; compensation; benefits, safety, and health; and employee development. Students acquire knowledge and skills that are essential in order to face the challenges of the human resource profession.