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Human Resources Online Certificate Program
The Human Resources certificate enables students to develop foundational knowledge and skills related to balancing the interests of an organization with the rights and needs of employees. Students gain the capability to support an organization in reaching its strategic goals, improving business results, and cultivating talented and capable staff. Individuals working in human resources or professionals who seek to transition to the HR field will receive essential preparation in this program.
Learn from a faculty of industry leaders in this fully online certificate. Enhance your professional skillset and advance your career.
Or, apply credit earned to one of five SPS online bachelor's degrees.
Format
Online, asynchronous classes
Time to Completion
Four quarters (one year), one course per quarter
Quarter of Entry
Begin in any quarter
Number of Credits
Four courses to complete the certificate
Tuition
Estimated cost $2,300 per course
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About the Human Resources Certificate Program
Human Resources Goals and Courses
Program Goals
Human Resources Certificate students will:
- Analyze core competencies necessary for effective human resources leadership
- Explain legal and compliance factors that frame HR policy and practices
- Develop and apply strategies for promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Develop and apply a toolkit of conflict resolution strategies in a variety of scenarios
Curriculum
Four courses are required:
- ORG BEH 309-DL Human Resource Management
- ORG BEH 311-DL Conflict Resolution
- ORG BEH 312-DL Managing Diversity and Inclusion
- ORG BEH 321-DL Employment Law
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Admission for the Human Resources Certificate
In addition to completing an online application, you'll also need to submit a few supplemental materials. A list of requirements for admission including application deadlines and tips on how to apply can be found at the Admission page.
Human Resources Tuition
Certificate students in the School of Professional Studies pay per course. For more information about tuition and financial obligations, see the Tuition page.
Human Resources Registration Information
Registration for courses opens 8 to 10 weeks before each quarter and is accessed CAESAR, Northwestern's online student records system. View course registration timelines and instructions on the Registration Information page.
Applying Credit to an Online Bachelor of Science Program
Students interested in the option of applying credit earned in an online undergraduate certificate to an SPS online bachelor's degree program should submit an online application and all required application materials. Students who elect to apply to a bachelor’s degree program before completing the certificate will be able to count completed courses toward the applicable bachelor’s degree, but a certificate will not be conferred.
If you are interested in exploring this option, contact an admission advisor for details.