Human Resource Management, Certificate

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Program Details

Location
Akron Campus
Level
graduate
Academic Pathway
certificate
Degree/Program Type
Certificate Program
Format
In-person
College
Dean's Office, College of Business
School/Department
Department of Management

Program Contact

CoB Graduate Advising

CoB Graduate Advising

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Overview

The Human Resource Management certificate provides students with knowledge and skills that are important to work as professionals in the human resource occupations. It also helps prepare leaders to deal with the legal and technical aspects of hiring and managing employees.

Admissions Requirements

The University of Akron Bulletin acts as a guide for degree requirements, however official requirements are established at the time of transfer and admission to the degree-granting college. Once enrolled, students should refer to the degree progress report which is definitive for graduation requirements.    

Students must hold graduate admission to pursue this certificate program. See requirements for the Human Resource Management graduate certificate here. 

Career Outcomes

A Human Resource Management Certificate prepares graduates for careers in human resources, talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation, training and development, and organizational leadership.

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Ways to Get Involved  

As a graduate student in the College of Business, you’ll find countless ways to get involved beyond the classroom and connect with top companies gaining real-world experience.   

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