Tara Brinkoetter
Director of Enrollment for Online & Graduate Studies & Student Services
Baker Online
Careers in Human Resources Begin at Baker University
Effective human resource management drives organizational success in many ways, from improving profits to establishing a positive corporate culture.
Our Graduate Business Certificate in Human Resource Management empowers professionals to build the foundation they need for long, lucrative careers in human resources.
Help organizations live out their purpose and values by developing and executing effective human resource practices that improve satisfaction, morale, and retention.
The lessons you learn can be directly applied to your professional role so that you facilitate positive change at work right away.
Increase your marketability, strengthen your expertise in business and human resources, and enhance your earning potential with our human resource management certificate.
Enroll now: 30% discount (off $637 per credit hour) for new students.
Program Details: Human Resource Management Certificate
Our certificate program prepares you for real-world scenarios. You’ll gain the level of knowledge that employers require from their top-tier HR leaders. The following are the HR courses you will take to build these skills:
HRM 510 Advanced Employment Law
Investigate the legal and regulatory backdrop for the management of organizational human resources. You will analyze how legislation and legal precedents guide employers’ actions and decisions and affect their relationships with their employees.
HRM 525 Managing Generational Differences
Examine the fundamental generational issues that occur in the workplace and the strategies to resolve them. You will study the two-generation model and the four-generation model. You will also learn about the different generations and their common stereotypes. Some of the core concepts of this course include loyalty, work ethics, career development, and innovation.
HRM 540 International Human Resource Management
You will gain a robust understanding of international human resources practices and issues. You will examine the challenges of international business and the role of human resources in worldwide organizations. Special attention is given to the differences between domestic and international policies, procedures, and strategies for effectively managing human resources in the global environment.
HRM 550 Transformative Employee Relations
Analyze and understand the factors that affect the relationship between employees and their employers and explore strategies for effectively managing this relationship. You will study team dynamics, organizational culture, creativity, and problem-solving. You will focus on human resources’ role in fostering organizational ethics, justice, and the fair treatment of employees.
Human Resource Management Certificate Highlights
Your Graduate Business Certificate in Human Resource Management can fast-track your career, helping you get ahead and stay there—and with less commitment than a traditional master’s degree. Here are other benefits of our program:
- Online. Earn your online HR management certificate from anywhere. Study 100 percent online, full- or part-time.
- Faculty. Our certificate programs are led by experienced HR leaders who are ready to share their experiences and intelligence with you.
Human Resource Management Enrollment Requirements
To enroll in our human resource management certificate program, you must:
- Complete the application form (choose NDS: nondegree seeking).
- Submit an official or unofficial transcript indicating a bachelor’s degree conferred from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
- Pay all tuition and fees.
- Have access to email and the Internet.
What Can You Do With an HR Management Certificate?
Because human resources play a critical role in supporting business success, nearly every organization with employees needs HR support.
Our human resource management certificate inspires you to use your role-specific skills to accomplish the following:
- Manage talent, from recruitment to exit interviews.
- Communicate with and advise a variety of people, from C-suite leaders to entry-level employees.
- Develop people-focused strategies that support business goals.
- Gain support for new projects.
- Use key HR metrics to make informed decisions.
With your expertise in conflict resolution, leadership, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving, you’ll help organizations elevate their work and implement strategic initiatives. Here are potential career paths:
- Chief talent officer
- Development manager
- Employee relations manager
- HR director
- HR specialist
- Personnel manager
- Staffing leader
- Talent acquisition specialist
Return on Investment for HR Management Certificate Students
Baker University is highly ranked for best online programs. A study completed by Georgetown University found that Baker offers the highest ROI of private universities in Kansas. And according to the U.S. Department of Education, our alumni earn the highest average salaries among graduates of universities in Kansas.
Baker Is Military Friendly
Baker University is one of the Top Military-Friendly Colleges and Universities in the United States, according to Military Advanced Education. Baker offers a variety of benefits to veterans and active-duty service members and their spouses.
Related Programs at Baker University
An HR management certificate isn’t the only way to accelerate your career. Explore our other graduate-level business certificates or master’s degrees:
Graduate Business Certificate in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Graduate Business Certificate in Leadership and Organizational Change