Strategic Human Resources Certificate

Strategic Human Resources Course Requirements (13 hours)

• MG 685 - Professional Portfolio (0.5-1)
• OD 662 - Strategic HR Management (3)
• OD 664 - Workforce Planning & Employment (3)
• OD 667 - Total Rewards & Risk Management (3)
• OD 668 - Employee & Labor Relations (3)

Admission Requirements for Business Certificate Program

Please see the Admissions  page of this catalog. In addition to those requirements, applicants must also meet the following requirements:

• College level math course with a minimum grade of “C”;
• a Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in any discipline; or
• an undergraduate degree from an accredited institution in any discipline with a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or greater for their last 60 hours of academic work.

Provisional admission may be granted to undergraduate students who have graduated from an accredited institution but do not meet the minimum GPA criteria. In order to gain full admission, they must receive a grade of “B” or better on all courses marked with ** in their respective certificate programs.

Professional Conduct

Students in the program are expected to conduct themselves as professionals-in-training both inside and outside the virtual classroom. We encourage and expect students to treat others (including classmates and instructors) with sensitivity and dignity. Impairment, incompetence, ethical misconduct, and/or problematic behavior may be identified and addressed in a variety of ways and by a variety of persons, including but not limited to students, faculty, supervisors, clients, and/or members of the community. If student behaviors or attitudes are egregious, he or she may be dismissed immediately. If student behaviors or attitudes are less dire, they will be addressed in a confidential meeting with the student’s faculty advisor and/or Dean of the College of Professional Schools who will make a plan for remediation in an articulated time frame. At the end of the stated period, during which time the students would be placed on probation, he or she could return to Student in Good Standing status, continue on probation, or be dismissed depending upon the ability to successfully complete the corrective action. Students may appeal this process at any time.

Outcomes

The Master of Arts degree in Management students will be expected to meet the following educational outcomes:

• Integrate management theory and practice to meet organizational goals.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with others.
• Develop skills of leadership.
• Present and implement solutions to address business problems.
• Distinguish ethical aspects of managerial decisions.
• Identify and secure resources necessary to solve business problems.

Assessment

The Master of Arts in Management, M.A. program will use signature assessments in key courses along with a capstone experience evaluation in MG 695 .

Society Of Human Resources Management (SHRM) Outcomes

1. Strategic Technology Leadership
   • Lead and manage technology initiatives aligning with organizational goals, leveraging advanced knowledge from Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) subjects.
   • Develop and execute technology strategies that support business objectives, fostering innovative and competitive advantage.
2. Technology Solution Design and Implementation
   • Apply interdisciplinary knowledge to design, implement, and manage technology solutions that address complex problems in industry and academia.
   • Evaluate and select appropriate technologies and methodologies for specific business needs, considering the advantages and limitations of various technology platforms.
3. Team and Project Management
   • Demonstrate leadership and project management skills to manage multidisciplinary technology teams effectively, ensuring collaboration, communication, and successful project delivery.
   • Utilize best practices in project management, communication, and collaboration to lead technology projects and initiatives, meeting deadlines and budget constraints.
4. Communication and Stakeholder Engagement
   • Communicate complex technology strategies and solutions to various stakeholders, including executives, non-technical team members, and external partners, using clear and compelling oral, written, and visual communication.
   • Engage stakeholders in technology decision-making processes, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder expectations.
5. Ethical and Legal Considerations in Technology
   • Critically evaluate technology management decisions’ ethical, legal, and social implications, applying ethical principles and professional standards to ensure responsible technology use.
   • Design and implement technology solutions and policies that comply with legal and ethical standards, addressing issues such as data privacy, security, and the social impact of technology.