The Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management will prepare you to take the Society for Human Resources Management Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and the Society for Human Resources Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) exams. CityU uses Becker materials to teach and review concepts historically addressed in the exam, making this program an efficient use of your time and resources.
By completing this certificate, you’ll be 25% of the way through your MBA.
Total Required Courses (12 Credits)
For full course descriptions please refer to the current catalog.
Required Courses
- HR 551 Human Capital Strategy Management (3)
- HR 553 Management of People (3)
- HR 555 Workplace Management and Human Resources (3)
- HR 557 Organization and the Human Resource Function (3)
HRM Graduate Certificate Start Times
This Human Resources Management graduate certificate is designed to build off your undergraduate degree and give you the analytical skills required to not only pass your SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP exams, but to also practice as a professional. Upon completion of the program, and the passing of your exam, you will be able to apply your learnings in a number of career options, including:
- HR strategic planning, talent acquisition
- Employee engagement and retention
- Learning and development
- Organizational effectiveness & development
- Workforce management
- Employee and labor relations
- Diversity and inclusion
- Risk management
- Corporate social responsibility
Networking Opportunities
At CityU, you’ll have the opportunity to expand your professional network by connecting with faculty working in your field, students from around the globe, and alumni employed at Seattle’s top companies. Plus, you’ll be part of a supportive community that’s dedicated to helping you reach your career goals.
Tuition Cost
Learn more about tuition and fees for our undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs.
2026-27 Cost of Attendance (per quarter)
|
Living with Parent |
Not Living with Parent |
| Tuition & Fees |
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| Supplies** |
$176 |
$176 |
| Housing |
$1,278 |
$4,216 |
| Food |
$1,870 |
$1,870 |
| Transportation |
$860 |
$932 |
| Misc./Personal |
$656 |
$656 |
| Total |
$4,840 |
$7,850 |
**Supplies include books, course materials, course supplies, and equipment.
Student budget values are established using student surveys, CPI index, and actual institutional expenses. Books, Course Materials, Supplies, & Equipment component will be prorated based on enrollment intensity. Students in a high-cost region may appeal and request a 10% increase to their housing and food budget component. Students living in a rural area may appeal and request a 10% increase to their transportation budget component.
Financial Aid Opportunities
This program is not eligible for federal financial aid. At CityU, we are committed to helping students achieve their academic goals no matter their economic situations. Our financial aid counselors are here to find the resources you need to pay for your education, including grants, loans, work study, and scholarships. Learn more about financial aid opportunities at CityU, or contact our Financial Aid Team at 800.426.5596, 206.239.4540, or [email protected].
Military Tuition Benefits
As a Yellow Ribbon school, CityU is proud to serve those who have served in the military. We offer military tuition discounts for active-duty servicemembers and their spouses and accept military benefits such as the Post 9/11 GI Bill® and Tuition Assistance. Learn more about military tuition benefits, VA benefits, and military partnership programs designed to help you reach your military and career goals.
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