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Human Capital (Graduate Certificate) at George Washington University

George Washington University, United States

Programme overview

The graduate certificate in human capital provides rich knowledge in the practices and research-based disciplines of human capital and human resource management. Participants learn how human capital contributes to the core strategy of an organization. Courses cover key areas associated with human resource competencies as well as knowledge associated with the psychology of people, organizations, and careers. Human capital theory is presented in a practical way, targeted towards HR generalists or non-human resource managers interested in understanding the strategic function of HR in organizations.

Faculty: GW School of Business  |  Department: Management  |  Location: Washington, DC, United States

What you will study

Required coursework includes MGT 6211 Emerging Topics in Human Resource Management; MGT 6252 Strategic Human Resource Management; MGT 6257 Performance Management and Development; MGT 6259 Employment Law and Ethics.

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Entry requirements

Current GWSB Graduate Degree Students All current students in good academic standing (cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher) enrolled in a graduate degree program within the GW School of Business (GWSB) are eligible to be considered for admission to a graduate certificate program after one full semester of completed coursework. Current graduate students may combine their degree with a graduate certificate. Courses completed for the certificate may be applied towards the elective requirements. After speaking with their academic advisor, students may apply by completing and submitting the MBA & Specialized Master's Additional Graduate Certificate Credential Form. To be considered for admission, appl

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

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