Human Resources Management
Learn more and register for the program
extension@fullerton.edu 
(657) 278-2611 
Courses:
5 Courses
Time Commitment:
4 Months
Approximate Cost:
$2,215*
Earn a Human Resources Management
Certificate from CSUF
This program's curriculum can be taken in any order and covers the entire spectrum of human resources, including employment law, compensation, benefits and employee relations. Our accelerated cohort model lets you take classes virtually and complete the program in 4 months.
When you invest in yourself and your education you can do it knowing we've invested in you as well, with instructors who are leaders in their fields who will help you make a successful transition from the classroom to the next step in your career.
*This is an approximate cost of completing the certificate program based on current semester fees. Rates are subject to change at any time.
Learn what you need to advance your HR career
Human resources is an exciting field that's both in-demand and demanding, making it all the more important to keep up with the latest management trends and legal shifts. Our program will help you do just that with a curriculum designed by HR professionals, for HR professionals.
Our comprehensive program will teach you the basics of human resource management before expanding to cover important specialty areas like employment law, compensation and employee relations and retention. You'll leave the program with the ideal balance of technical know-how and people skills, taught to you by instructors with a wide array of experience at companies both large and small, public and private.
Course Summaries
This program's five classes can be taken in any order; they will cover the entire spectrum of human resources, including employment law, compensation, benefits and employee relations.
Fundamentals of Human Resources Management
This class is designed to give you an introduction to the changing environment of the industry, including a history of the human resources or personnel field, and current issues and trends. A case study discussion and review also will be included.
Finding and Keeping Quality Employees
This class will assist in the development of skills needed to recruit, select and retain qualified employees by teaching basic staffing practices and strategies. Demonstrations of how to analyze employment needs, compose job descriptions, effectively promote openings, identify candidates and screen applicants will be included.
Employee Relations in a Changing Environment
Explore the economic and social factors that affect employees, including unionization and collective bargaining agreements. You will learn about the various applications of performance appraisals and evaluations, how to document employee activity, and how to conduct an employee investigation.
Compensation, Benefits and Reward Systems
Learn about compensation and benefits programs and how they contribute to achieving organizational strategies. You will become familiar with the uses of compensation, benefits and reward systems, job evaluation, and salary structures and packages.
Current Issues in Employment Law
You will discuss and explore the critical laws and regulations affecting human resources management, giving particular attention to discrimination, sexual harassment, health and safety issues and workers' compensation.
