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Pre-Master's Certificate in Human Resource Applications

Overview

The Pre-Master’s Certificate provides an opportunity for Baccalaureate Degree recipients to continue their education and keep up-to-date on current HR issues. It affords students an opportunity to explore their interest in seeking a Master’s Degree in HR. Additionally, for those HR professionals needing course work for certification (PHR, SPHR), this program will be very helpful.

Admission Requirements

The general admission requirements for graduate school with the exception of the GRE scores.  Note: There is no GRE requirement for the Pre-Master’s Certificate Program.

Program Requirements

To meet the requirements for the certificate, students must successfully complete:

Two of the four three-credit courses are required. The pattern of course work will vary according to the professional objectives of the student. Each student’s program will total 15 semester hours. Students should plan their program of studies with the advisor before registering for any course work, and should meet the advisor each semester for advice and guidance. To meet the requirements for the certification, students must also complete a comprehensive examination over the courses they have taken or successfully complete the PHR examination offered by the SHRM.

View the course selection list.