Whether you aspire to a career in human resource management or already work in the industry, the HR certification program gives you the foundation you need for designing, managing, and evaluating organizational programs. Our instructors work in the HR industry, and teach skills critical to recruiting and hiring, employee compensation and benefits, training and performance management. In the ever-changing HR landscape, stand out as a leader who can align your department to your organization's goals, and improve employee productivity and satisfaction.
Become the type of human resource business partner that your employees can rely on by earning a Professional Certificate in Human Resource Management from SDSU Global Campus.
About the Program
Whether you aspire to a career in human resource management or already work in the industry, earning your Professional Certificate in Human Resource Management from SDSU Global Campus will give you the foundation you need to design, manage, and evaluate organizational programs.
$4,575
Estimated Cost
1 Year
Min. Completion Time
Online
Course Format
In the ever-changing HR landscape, this program will show you how to stand out as a leader who can:
- Align your department to your organization's goals.
- Improve employee job satisfaction.
- Implement guidelines based on local and national employment laws.
- Create a workplace culture that will attract and retain top talent in your industry.
Meet Your Instructor
Sharonda Bishop is the owner of Bishop Consulting, a human resource, and training company serving the Inland Empire. She has over 20 years of human resources, payroll, and training experience. She works with employees and managers on a one-to-one level, honing their communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
- Sharonda Bishop, Performance Management
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Is This Program Right for Me?
Are you an SDSU Alumni Lifetime Member? If so, click here to learn more about how you can receive 20% off registration for this program.
Human resource business partners are vital to the success of any organization. HR serves as the link between management and employees. They’re responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing a wide variety of employment functions — from hiring and training to managing benefits, strategizing with top executives, and handling staffing issues. They also ensure that their organization is in compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
If you’re responsible for some of these roles in your own organization, or you’re interested in launching your career as an HR professional, SDSU’s Professional Certificate in Human Resource Management program can help you boost your résumé and enhance your career in as little as 12 months of online training courses.
- Take online classes that are either self-paced or held via live evening Zoom sessions.
- Earn your certificate without sacrificing your professional commitments.
- Learn from a panel of seasoned human resource professionals with decades of career. experience across a variety of industries.
- Acquire the skills that today’s employers are looking for in their HR departments.
If you’re looking for affordable and accessible HR training that you can fit into your busy schedule and apply to your job the very next day, SDSU’s HR Certificate program can help you take your career to the next level.
SDSU is a State-approved provider for the Federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). If you’re unemployed or underemployed, you may be eligible to receive full or partial tuition assistance on this program. Click here to learn more
Meet Your Instructor
Dr. Lawrence Willis is a health information management and credentialing director at a critical illness recovery hospital. Dr. Willis has worked in healthcare quality and compliance over the course of the past 20 years, taking on leadership roles in acute care hospitals and academic medical center settings.
- Dr. Lawrence Willis, EdD, MBA
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What Can I Learn?
Our instructors work in the HR industry, and teach skills critical to recruiting and hiring, employee compensation and benefits, training, and performance management. Through their expertise, you’ll learn what today’s HR professionals are using to foster productive work environments in their own organizations.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Identify the core competencies needed for a career in human resources.
- Build processes and procedures for a diverse and engaged workforce.
- Learn how to communicate processes and procedures to your workforce.
- Create an environment that attracts, trains, and retains top talent.
- Learn the fundamentals of performance management and developing your workforce.
- Understand the role of Cal/OSHA, safety, and compensation issues in the workplace.
To earn your certificate, you’ll need to complete a minimum of 25 units of coursework. This includes:
- Four required courses (10 units). We highly recommend taking Introduction to Human Resources as the first course.
- 15 units of elective courses.
With nine elective courses to choose from, you’ll be able to tailor your Professional Certificate to meet your unique professional goals. Our elective HR course topics include:
- Talent Acquisition
- Training and Development
- Performance Management
- Compensation
- Health and Safety Management
- Emotional Intelligence
- Ethics in the Workplace
- Business Writing for the Workplace
- Organizational Behavior (New!)
- Diversity and Inclusion
You can also take individual courses to gain new skills and knowledge that you can immediately apply to your human resources career.
Meet Your Instructor
Dawn Myers is a Senior Certified Professional with the Society for Human Resource Management. She currently works with Barrett Business Services (BBSI) as a Human Resources Consultant for over 70 small- and medium-sized businesses. She’s also the President of the San Diego Hospitality Human Resource Association.
- Dawn Myers, Introduction to HR, Capstone
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Career Outcomes
Labor Analysis
Human Resources Manager — Nationwide
161,700
Job postings in the last 12 months
+9%
Projected job growth in the next 10 years
$96,558
Average Salary (nationwide)
Source: Burning Glass/Emsi, 2022
The outlook for human resource professionals continues to improve. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of human resources managers is projected to grow by about 1% over the next decade. As new companies form and existing companies expand, they’ll need competent, highly-trained human resources managers to help build productive work environments and stay up-to-date on local and national employment laws regarding compensation, healthcare benefits, and equal employment opportunity.
Meet Your Instructor
Jessica Ordonez-Steenblock is the Senior Corporate Director of People & Culture at Evans Hotels in San Diego, which includes the Lodge at Torrey Pines, Catamaran Resort & Spa, and the Bahia Resort Hotel. Before her return to Evans Hotels, Mrs. Ordonez-Steenblock was the Human Resources Director at Montage Laguna Beach, an ultra-luxury hotel and resort in Orange County. She’s also on the board of the Human Resource Association (HHRA).
- Jessica Ordonez-Steenblock, Emotional Intelligence
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Why Choose SDSU?
Accessibility
All courses are 100% online and accessible from anywhere in the world, which makes our online human resources classes ideal for working professionals and busy students. There’s no application required — simply choose your courses and start learning!
Expert Instructors
Learn from a panel of highly-experienced HR professionals, including business owners, managers, and directors who know what works — and what doesn’t — in today’s business world. Many of our instructors are also connected with local and national HR organizations, including the San Diego Hospitality Human Resource Association, Professionals in Human Resources Association, San Diego SHRM, and more.
Custom Curriculum
Build your own certificate to meet your needs as an HR professional. In addition to four core courses, you’ll be able to choose from nine unique elective courses that cover a wide range of human resource topics, from diversity and ethics to emotional intelligence and business writing.
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"SDSU's College of Extended Studies is a gift toward my future. I am approaching the culmination of my studies in the Human Resource Management Certificate Program and the caliber of instruction has exceeded my expectations. I have been so thrilled with the program that it has motivated me to excel in every course. The qualified instructors are professionals who currently work in the field. They give you up-to-date perspectives as well as information on job referrals. Every student is respected and treated like an adult and our input is greatly appreciated. I've made great friends and the time goes quickly. In the time it takes to make up your mind you could be done. Don't hesitate. Enroll today!" ~ Marie Nakashima, former HR Student