Human Resource and Organization Development (Graduate Certificate)
https://www.unh.edu/program/certificate/human-resource-organization-development
The graduate certificate in Human Resource and Organization Development is designed to provide professionals with specialized knowledge in HR leadership, strategy, and organizational effectiveness. This certificate program equips students with the skills to develop, implement, and align HR strategies with organizational goals, ultimately driving business success and workforce engagement. Graduates of this certificate program will be prepared for leadership roles in various industries, including business, nonprofit organizations, and the public sector. Whether professionals are looking to advance in their current HR careers or transition into human resource management, this certificate provides the essential skills and knowledge needed to drive strategic HR initiatives and contribute to organizational success.
Minimum Credit Requirement: 12 Credits
Minimum GPA Requirement: 3.0
Graduate credit is only granted for courses completed with a grade of B- or higher.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| HRM 805 | Managing Human Resources in a Global Economy | 3 |
| Select three courses from the following: | 9 | |
| Employment Law and Ethics | ||
| Recruitment and Selection | ||
| Strategic Rewards and Performance Management | ||
| Talent Management and Development | ||
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Accelerated Graduate Certificate Overview
Accelerated graduate programs offer qualified University of New Hampshire undergraduate students the opportunity to begin graduate coursework in select graduate programs while completing a bachelor’s degree. Accelerated graduate certificate programs are designed to provide students with an efficient and cost-effective pathway to earn both a bachelor's and graduate certificate, enhancing career opportunities and long-term earning potential.
Accelerated Graduate Certificate Highlights
- Begin studying advanced topics while an undergraduate student with the opportunity to complete a graduate certificate or master’s degree early.
- Graduate certificate program students: Earn up to 8* graduate (800-level) course credits while completing a bachelor’s degree. This coursework will count as dual-credit toward both the bachelor’s degree and the graduate certificate.
- Students complete the bachelor’s degree, and then officially matriculate into the graduate certificate program to complete the remaining required graduate-level coursework.
*Some exceptions apply.
Accelerated Program Admission Requirements
- A minimum 3.2 cumulative GPA is required.*
- A minimum of 90 undergraduate credits must be completed prior to enrolling in graduate (800-level) courses.
- Streamlined Graduate School Application (two letters of recommendation; most standardized tests and application fee are waived).*
*Some exceptions apply.
Accelerated Program Requirements
- Students must attend a mandatory orientation session.
- Students must submit a special registration form each semester for dual-credit courses and note any DegreeWorks exceptions.
- Students may defer graduate matriculation for up to one year after earning their bachelor’s degree in most programs.
- See the Accelerated Master’s Catalog Policy and Accelerated Master’s Website for additional information and a list of programs. Note that some programs have additional requirements (e.g. higher-grade expectations) compared to the general policy.
Human Resource and Organization Development (Graduate Certificate) Accelerated Option
This graduate program is approved to be taken on an accelerated basis with the following undergraduate program(s):
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Human Resource Management (B.S.) | ||
| Students select two courses from the following approved 800-level courses that can be completed in the undergraduate senior year for dual credit: | ||
| HRM 820 | Recruitment and Selection | 3 |
| HRM 815 | Employment Law and Ethics | 3 |
| LD 804 | Leading Teams | 3 |
| LD 820 | Cultivating Your Leadership Capabilities | 3 |
| MGMT 805 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
Program Learning Outcomes
Students will have the opportunity to:- Develop human resource strategies that align with organizational goals, enhance workforce performance, and support business success.
- Utilize evidence-based human resource and leadership practices to lead organizational change, foster innovation, and drive continuous improvement.
- Assess human resource data, metrics, and analytics to inform decision making, improve workforce planning, and measure the impact of human resource initiatives.