Human Resources Management

Program Overview

Mount Saint Mary's University's Human Resources Management Certificate program equips students with the skills and knowledge to excel in HR roles. The fully online program focuses on real-world skills through project-based learning, covering areas such as training, compensation, and labor law. Graduates are prepared for various HR positions and contribute effectively to organizational success.

Program Outline

The program focuses on developing real-world skills through project-based learning, emphasizing areas such as building compensation plans, developing training programs, and navigating HR software.

• Objectives: The program aims to:
• Provide students with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in HR roles.
• Equip graduates to stand out among applicants with their specific HR expertise.
• Prepare students to effectively manage and support employees, contributing to organizational success.
• Program Description:
• The HRM Certificate is a fully online program, making it accessible to students with diverse schedules and locations.
• The curriculum is designed with input from Fortune 500 companies and local businesses, ensuring its relevance to current industry needs.
• Students gain hands-on experience through project-based learning, tackling real-world HR challenges and tasks.

Outline:

• Program Content: The program covers various areas of HR management, including:
• Training and Development
• Organizational Behavior
• Total Compensation Management
• Employment and Labor Law
• Human Resource Risk Management
• Structure:
• The program comprises seven courses, totaling 18 credit hours.
• Each course carries 3 credit hours.
• Course Schedule:
• The specific course schedule and availability may vary based on the semester and instructor.
• Modules:
• BUS 184: Organizational Behavior: This course examines human behavior within organizations, focusing on motivation, leadership, and team dynamics.
• HRM I: Training and Development: This course delves deeper into training and development, focusing on specific methods and instructional design principles.
• HRM II: Total Compensation Management: This course examines compensation strategies, including salary structures, benefits, and incentives.
• HRM III: Employment and Labor Law: This course covers essential employment laws, including equal employment opportunity and workplace safety regulations.
• HRM IV: Human Resource Risk Management: This course explores risk management strategies in HR, mitigating potential liabilities and ensuring compliance.

Careers:

• Potential Career Paths: Graduates of the program are prepared for various HR roles, including:
• HR Generalist
• HR Specialist
• Training and Development Specialist
• Compensation and Benefits Analyst
• Recruitment Specialist
• Career Opportunities: The program equips graduates with skills and knowledge sought after by organizations of all sizes, with opportunities across diverse industries.
• Outcomes: Graduates are prepared to contribute meaningfully to organizational success, effectively managing and supporting employees.

Other:

• Admission Requirements: Applicants must be high school graduates or have a GED.
• Tuition: The tuition for the program is $350 per unit.
• Program Duration: The program can be completed in approximately one year, depending on course load and pace.