Human Resources Graduate Certificate Online

Academic title: Human Resources Administration Graduate Certificate

18 Credits

to Graduate

January 11

Next start date

*Recommended apply date is minimum 6 weeks prior to next start date.  

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Human resources graduate certificate online

Ready to take the next step in human resources? Our online human resources administration graduate certificate can help you build the skills to support employees, strengthen organizations and navigate today’s workplace challenges. Whether you want to grow in your current role or prepare for a leadership position, this certificate offers a flexible way to expand your expertise.

In CMU’s online human resources administration graduate certificate, you’ll:

  • Complete six graduate-level courses in about a year
  • Take classes in flexible eight-week terms
  • Study topics such as personnel management, employee development, labor relations and employment law
  • Choose an elective that aligns with your goals and interests
  • Complete coursework that can transfer into CMU’s M.S. in Administration with a concentration in human resources administration

Online human resources graduate certificate overview

Core credits18
Elective credits0
Total credits to graduate18

Admission requirements

You must hold a baccalaureate or equivalent degree from a regionally accredited institution with a cumulative GPA of at least 2.7 or, optionally, 3.0 in the final 60 semester hours of graded coursework toward the bachelor’s degree. 

If you have an undergraduate GPA is less than 2.7, admission with stipulations may be possible. 


How much does an online human resources administration certificate cost?

The cost shown below is based on the current tuition and fee estimate. Your actual cost of attendance for financial aid purposes may vary based on your assigned tuition rate, the number of credits you're enrolled in and the length of your enrollment period. If you're enrolled in a single module instead of a full semester, your housing and food, transportation and personal expenses will be adjusted based on the number of weeks you're enrolled (for example, 12-week or 8-week modules). If you're enrolled less than half-time, your cost of attendance will not include housing and food, personal expenses or loan fees.

  • Military tuition benefits: Active duty, veterans and military-affiliated students may qualify for reduced tuition, waived fees and need-based awards.
Estimated annual cost $9,342