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Human Resource Management Certificate

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The U.S. Department of Labor projects that careers in human resources will continue to grow through 2026, and that strong competition is to be expected. To get ahead, you need something that sets you apart.

The Human Resource Management certificate prepares you to become the kind of HR professional who can add value to any organization. You’ll learn from Fortune 500 business executives and other industry leaders on how to strategically manage, motivate, and compensate employees while driving growth for their organization. At NSU, you’ll also have opportunities to work with a dedicated mentor, do hands-on work on real-world projects, and grow your professional network.

Upon completion of the final course, you’ll be prepared for the professional accreditation exam in the field of human resource management. With your new skill set and experiences, you’ll be on your way to growing your career.

Program Information:

  • Courses offered weeknights on the main campus, online and few courses may be offered alternating weekends
  • International students on a F1 visa are not eligible for this program.

Full-time professionals are available to discuss the human resource management certificate curriculum with you in greater detail. Simply call 800.672.7223 Ext. 25067 or contact our Enrollment Services Staff.

Total credits: 15

Required courses: 
HRM 5310 Managing Human Resources
HRM 5360 Human Resource Development
HRM 5365 Talent Management
HRM 5375 Managing Total Rewards
HRM 5380 Employee Relations
Current students: Please consult your Academic Advisor for program requirements or access SharkLink for your Degree Works audit. Program requirements are subject to change, and your Academic Advisor or Degree works audit can provide you with the courses required for your catalog term.

Full-Time professionals are available to discuss the Human Resource Management certificate curriculum with you in greater detail. Simply call 800.672.7223 Ext. 25168 or contact our Enrollment Services Staff.

Course Descriptions

The following prerequisite course may be necessary for certificate completion.

FIN 5008 Business Finance

Not required if previously taken or an an equivalent course with a grade of B- has been taken in the past 5 years

Students have two options for satisfying a program prerequisite course:

  1. Complete course(s) offered by the H. Wayne Huizenga College of Business and Entrepreneurship;
  2. Complete a proficiency examination administered by a testing organization that has national recognition, such as CLEP and DANTES. Students selecting this option must complete the requirements within their first two semesters with HCBE. After the second semester, courses must be completed with HCBE. Official transcripts must be received by the office of Academic Advising one week prior to students seeking to register for courses requiring the prerequisite requirement.
  • An application and $50 non-refundable application fee. CLICK HERE to APPLY ONLINE
  • A bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution or for students with degrees from foreign institutions, an official foreign academic evaluation stating equivalent bachelor’s degree, must be submitted from a NACES organization www.naces.org 
  • Students who have earned a degree from a foreign non-English speaking country must submit English proficiency test scores, (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE, Duolingo, ELS)
  • Additional documents and may be required along with the GMAT or GRE based on review by the admissions committee.

Please contact us directly for minimum GPA requirement and required English proficiency test scores. View additional admission information

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