The Human Resources Management program gives you the foundation needed for a successful career by providing the skills necessary for you to align human resource practices to any professional organization. The courses within the program are results-oriented and practical, with real-world examples and exercises. Human resources management topics covered in the program include employee recruitment and selection, total rewards, conflict resolution in the workplace, employment law, and more.
Students may also register for classes individually rather than the full program.
Watch the 9 August recording of the HR Program Information Session
Our classes are for everyone! You do not need to be a student of the University of Utah to take this program.
Schedule: Classes are offered each semester during the following times:
Classes may be offered online, or in person and are synchronous. Attendance is required virtually or in person for the full duration of the class. Our live classes are not recorded.
Individual Class Registration:
University of Utah Employee Discount Eligible
Financial aid is not available for this noncredit program. Students are encouraged to inquire with their employers to determine if tuition assistance is available
This program is entry-level, with no prerequisites. Register for the program, then complete 7 required classes within 1 year with a grade of “Satisfactory” to successfully complete the program, and to earn the completion award and digital badge.
Required Classes:
Total Hours of Instruction: 40
Complete the program in a single semester.
Classes are scheduled so you can complete all 7 in a single semester to more quickly meet your goals.
Gain a solid foundation for a lucrative career – or improve your current career.
The knowledge you gain in this program can help you build a strong foundation for entering the field of human resources, and it is in-depth enough that practicing HR managers will be able to use the knowledge to immediately begin improving talent retention and employee relations.
Learn from experts in the field.
Each class is taught by an experienced instructor currently working in human resources, ready to bring their experience on the job to you.
Receive a digital badge.
Students will be awarded a University of Utah digital badge upon satisfactory completion of all required courses. Find out more about Digital Badges at the University of Utah »
This program prepares students to serve in human resource management positions in any type of organization. It is designed for the following individuals:
No prior experience in human resource management is required.
Phone: 801-585-1780
E-mail: proed@utah.edu
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