UMass Global offers a wide variety of certificate programs for academic credit or professional development (non-credit). Increase or update your knowledge in a certain topic, gain skills needed for a specific job or role, or prepare for certification exams.
Strengthen Your Resume
Certificates are a great way to fortify your resume. Earning a certificate shows your desire to continue to learn and provides you with career-relevant skills that can be used on a daily basis, keeping you up-to-date on the latest technology and trends. UMass Global offers both credit and non-credit certificates:
- A professional development (non-credit) certificate program offers a way to continue your education and complete a program in a relatively short period of time.
- An undergrad or graduate certificate offers academic credit but can be completed in a term or two. In some cases these help to qualify you for a particular career or help to enhance your knowledge and skills beyond your degree.
- Most professional development certificates, unless they are part of a series, do not have prerequisites but may require a certain skill level.
- Certificates and certification prep courses do not qualify for financial aid. They are an affordable way to increase your skills and possibly your salary.
Programs Offered
Human Resources
HRCI: HR Ethics Certificate
In each 1.5 hour course, you will explore the relationship between human resources and creating an ethical workplace. Learn the role you play in shaping an ethical and socially responsible workplace culture.
$259
Human Resources
HRCI: HR Hot Topics Bundle, Course
In this bundle of courses, learn about current issues your employees may be facing and best practices for promoting employee well-being. A wide range of key issues will be addressed, including "hot topics," and trends, in-demand benefits, flexible work arrangements, and inclusive workspaces.
$279
1 PDU
Human Resources
Human Resource Fundamentals, Certificate
Learn HR solutions that fairly and effectively address challenges in staffing, performance management, and rewards by adapting an employee lifecycle approach.
$450
Master's Pathway
Human Resources
Human Resources, Certificate
This graduate-level certificate is designed to develop professionals in human resources who wish to broaden their conceptual knowledge, skills, and abilities in the field.
Oct 20, 2025
Testimonials
I was allotted a simplistic way to attempt new strategies and skills into my classroom. Additionally, I was able to easily adapt current materials to be used in conjunction with the new strategies I was studying. I would highly recommend this course.
Sara O.
Nativity Prep Academy, Middle School Teacher
This was an excellent program that had a big impact on the way I work with my direct reports. I was able to apply the techniques and principles immediately. I have already realized results with my section manager. The instructors were fantastic - very knowledgeable and excellent teachers.
Lisa B.
Coaching Skills for Business Leaders
Orange County Transportation Authority
I took the Autism classes [through Extended Education] and found the passion of special education, which I really never thought of as an option. I finished the Autism program and enrolled in the Master of Special Education. I have learned to reflect on my teaching and determine if I am reaching all students and on how to better reach any struggling students.
Amy J.
Special Education, MA
North Orange County ROP, Career Technical Education Teacher in the Education Pathway
