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Human Resource Management
Undergraduate Certificate

These program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.


Gain the theoretical and practical knowledge you need to advance in the human resource field with the undergraduate certificate in human resource management at University of Maryland Global Campus. You'll learn how to resolve problems in the workplace, approach employees with a sensitivity to cultural diversity, develop reward programs, and help employees reach their full potential.

Program Highlights
  • Apply business knowledge: Learn about human behavior, labor relations, and employment law.
  • Manage conflict: Practice using negotiation, facilitation, mediation, and arbitration.
  • Rely on data: Research, collect, analyze, interpret, and effectively communicate about data.
  • Identify issues: Diagnose problems within a real organization and propose solutions.
  • Recognize diversity: Understand differences in cultures and world views that inform human behavior.
  • Employ best practices: Create, implement, and assess programs that foster workforce development.
Required Courses
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 364)
  • (3 Credits, HRMN 300)
  • (3 Credits, HRMN 362)
  • (3 Credits, HRMN 400)
  • Two supporting electives chosen from the following:
    • (3 Credits, BMGT 365)
    • (3 Credits, BMGT 464)
    • BMGT 465
    • HRMN 302
    • (3 Credits, HRMN 367)
    • (3 Credits, HRMN 395)
    • (3 Credits, HRMN 406)
    • (3 Credits, HRMN 495)
Career Preparation

This program is designed to help you develop leadership capabilities, grow your people skills, and add value to your career.

Experience Recommended for Success in the Program

No previous experience is needed.

Total Program Credits
18
Transfer Credits
Up to 9
Format
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
  • $250 per credit hour
    (Europe & Downrange)

See our Tuition Rates page for details.

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.

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