Human Resource Management

Certificate of Proficiency Business · Merritt College · 2026-2027 Catalog

Program Description

The Human Resource Management certificate program allows students to explore human resource management as a career choice and gain an entry-level support position in a human resource department. Students may further their education by completing Business transfer degree requirements in Business Administration, Business Management, or related fields.

Career Opportunities

Career change and/or advancement opportunities. Possibly a specialized emphasis in a BA Business degree program (re-entry for transfer).

Learning Outcome(s)
  1. Analyze how primary functions within business interact to achieve organizational goals.
  2. Apply solutions and leadership to human resource management issues.
  3. Identify and demonstrate accepted business practices that show cultural sensitivity.
CourseTitleUnits
Required Courses:15
BUS 2Introduction to Business Law3
BUS 51Supervisory Management3
BUS 52Psychology and Human Relations3
BUS 56Human Resources Management3
COMM 020Interpersonal Communication Skills3

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