Graduate Certificate in Human Resources

This course provides a systems approach to managing human resources in organizations. Topics include recruitment and selection, diversity, employment law, training and development, performance management, and reward systems. The Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification may be used as a substitute for HRCU 445 or HRCU 600. The SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certification may be a substitute for this course.

In this course students will examine the roles and responsibilities of human resource professionals in creating and implementing strategic approaches to managing employee performance as a means of maximizing productivity and retention. Topics include performance assessment, talent development, succession planning, and change management.

This course focuses on the importance and value of total rewards programs that align with the organization’s vision, mission and strategy. The design and implementation of total reward systems including competitive pay, benefits, recognition and work-life balance programs that attract, motivate and retain talent; are examined; contemporary trends and issues are emphasized.

Students analyze the nature, types and stages of conflict and conflict resolution, focusing on conflict within and between persons, groups, organizations and societies. Negotiation and resolution techniques are examined and applied.

Students analyze the nature of industrial society and its changing dimensions as in the post-industrial era. Union organizing, collective bargaining and contract administration are emphasized. Problems related to technology, automation, environmental work/safety requirements, labor-management conflict, and affirmative action are discussed.