Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management
Lead People. Shape Oranizations. Drive Impact.
The role of today’s human resource professional has evolved far beyond administrative
functions. HR leaders are now strategic partners—driving organizational culture, shaping
talent strategy, and influencing executive decision-making.
The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management at the Marilyn Davies College of Business at the University of Houston–Downtown is
a redesigned, industry-driven program built to prepare professionals at every stage
of their career to make a meaningful impact through people.
Developed in collaboration with HR executives from leading organizations, this program
reflects the most current trends, challenges, and innovations shaping the future of
work.
Who Should Enroll?
This program is intentionally designed for a broad range of learners:- Seasoned Professionals seeking to elevate their strategic HR capabilities and expand their leadership influence
- Recent Graduates looking to break into the HR field with a strong, marketable credential
- Career Changers who want to transition into human resources and make a difference in how organizations attract, develop, and retain talent
Whether you’re advancing in your current role or launching a new career path, this
certificate provides the foundation and credibility to succeed in HR.
Why Earn This Certificate?
- Career Acceleration
Build in-demand HR competencies that position you for advancement in a growing and high-impact field. - Strategic Skill Development
Learn to align human capital strategies with organizational goals, influence leadership decisions, and drive measurable outcomes. - Fast, Flexible Completion
Complete the program in as little as 10.5 months with convenient 8-week courses designed for working professionals. - Seamless Pathway to an MBA
Continue into the MBA program through the Soft Start option—no GMAT required. - Industry-Aligned Curriculum
Designed and continuously refined by HR leaders to ensure relevance and real-world application.
A Powerful Student Experience: UHD SHRM
Students in the program benefit from access to the highly active and award-winning UHD Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) student chapter.
- Award-Winning and Recognized for excellence
- Provides networking opportunities with Houston’s top employers
- Connects students directly to internships and full-time HR roles
- Many members successfully secure positions with major Houston-based organizations
Participation in SHRM gives you a competitive edge—combining classroom knowledge with
real-world connections and career opportunities.
What You'll Learn
This industry-driven curriculum builds both foundational and strategic HR expertise through a focused, one-course-at-a-time format:
- Legal Environment of Human Resource Management
- Talent Acquisition: Attraction and Selection
- Talent Management: Engagement and Retention
- Compensation and Benefits
- Strategic Human Resource Management
A Results-Oriented Learning Format
- One course at a time for a deeper focus and retention
- Immediate application of skills in your current role
- Evening and online options for maximum flexibility
- Consistent weekly schedule for work-life balance
Each course delivers practical tools and insights you cna apply immediately in the workplace.
Curriculum Built by Industry Leaders
- Strategic decision-making
- Compliance and risk management
- Talent development and retention
- Organizational effectiveness
Make an Impact Through People
Human resources is one of the most powerful drivers of organizational success. This program equips you to lead with purpose, influence culture, and create meaningful change in the workplace.
Elevate your career. Empower organizations. Lead through people.
- Legal Environment of Human Resource Management
- Talent Acquisition: Attraction and Selection
- Talent Management: Engaging and Retaining Employees
- Compensation and Benefits
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Industry Specific Topics in Human Resources