Human Resource Management Certificate
Portland State University’s Human Resource Management Certificate program meets the region’s growing demand for HR professionals who have knowledge and skills in the core areas of HR and who want to contribute and work effectively in the industry. Human Resource Management is an ever changing field and Portland State University continues to educate and support professionals in this arena as well as people in career transition or who are making life changes.
Our Certificate of Completion is awarded for the successful fulfillment of six courses and serves as a measurement of individual achievement and accomplishment that is well recognized in the local HR community. You are also welcome to take any individual class that interests you—you are not required to complete the certificate unless you feel so inclined.
In order to earn the Human Resources Management Certificate, students are required to complete the following courses:
REQUIRED COURSES
- Management of Human Resources
- Basic Principles of EEO
- Compensation
- Employee and Labor Relations
ELECTIVES (choose two)
- Basic Benefits
- Recruitment, Selection & Retention
- Effective Training Design and Evaluation
- Performance Management Systems
- Communication, Counseling, and Conflict Resolution
- Corrective Action for Performance Issues
Students who began their coursework before fall term, 2007, may have different requirements. If you have any questions about your specific situation, contact Elizabeth Snyder, program manager, at 503-725-8085 or snydere@pdx.edu.
If you sign up for six classes at once you are eligible for a 10% discount. Please mention this when you register.
