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Graduate Certificate in Strategic Human Resources and Workplace Ethics at Pennsylvania State University

Pennsylvania State University, United States

Programme overview

​ ​ This 9-credit program is designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in HR leadership roles by focusing on the strategic aspects of HR management and the ethical considerations that underpin this critical function. ​ Courses taken in the certificate program may be applied toward a master's degree in HRER, subject to restrictions outlined in GCAC-309 Transfer Credit . Certificate students who wish to have certificate courses applied towards a graduate degree in HRER must apply and be admitted to that degree program.

Faculty: The Graduate School  |  Duration: 3 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: University Park, PA, United States

What you will study

The certificate requires 3 credits. Courses include Strategic Business Tools for HRER Professionals.

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Entry requirements

Applicants with a 3.00 junior/senior grade-point average (on a 4.00 scale) will be considered for admission. Exceptions to the minimum grade-point average may be made at the discretion of the program for students with special backgrounds, abilities, and interests; All applicants submit a Graduate School application (including payment of the nonrefundable application fee), resume, and personal statement addressing their reasons for pursuing a certificate in strategic human resources and workplace ethics ; The resume and personal statement are waived if a student is currently enrolled in the MHRER or MS HRER degree programs.

Duration: 3 credits

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