Undergraduate Certificate in Human Resources

Locations: On Campus, Online

Total Credit Hours: 15

Next Session Start: October 26, 2026

The Undergraduate Certificate in Human Resources is an academic certificate offering students the opportunity to earn a higher education credential that builds on an interest in fostering a better work environment with the fundamentals of managing the employee life cycle. This certificate is ideal for individuals who may not otherwise consider a full degree program but want to learn about employee-related operational functions that improve HR departments.

Explore best practices in human resources management, training, development, benefits, staffing, and talent management.
Examine principles and current issues in compensation methods and systems.
Gain insight on employment laws and issues, including the Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1991, affirmative action, sexual harassment, and more.

This undergraduate certificate does not include professional licensure.

Regent University’s Undergraduate Certificate in Human Resources is for lifelong learners who want to re-skill, up-skill, and get ahead with new credentials. Whether you’re seeking professional development or continuing education, Regent’s 100% online certificate programs will give you the priceless advantage of high-quality education from America’s premier Christian university. To learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.

Featured Courses

Table listing featured courses with course code, name, and credit hours.
Code	Name	Credits
Code: HRMT 220	Compensation & Benefits Management	Credits: 3	Investigates principles and current issues in compensation methods and systems. Prerequisite: MGMT 210.
Code: HRMT 250	Training & Development	Credits: 3	Examines training and development at all levels, from initial orientation to executive development. Discusses in-house training, using vendors, and developing partnerships with colleges and universities. Prerequisite: MGMT 210.
Code: HRMT 260	Staffing & Talent Management	Credits: 3	Exploration of HR planning, selection, job placement, performance appraisal, and outplacement activities. Prerequisite: MGMT 210.
Code: HRMT 330	Employment Law	Credits: 3	Students examine personnel laws and issues including the Civil Rights Acts of 1964 and 1991, FLSA, ADA, FMLA, ERISA, selected immigration laws, affirmative action, sexual harassment, and other issues of gender and racial/ethnic equity. Prerequisite: MGMT 210.
Code: MGMT 210	Fundamentals of Human Resource Management	Credits: 3	Study of why employees behave as they do and how to promote behavior required to implement a focused business strategy using staffing, development, and reward systems.

Students should refer to their catalog or audited degree plan (ADP) for required courses to complete their degree.

Admissions Requirements

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Submit your application using the Regent University Online Application.

Note: If you are unable to complete our application due to a disability, please contact our Admissions Office at 757.352.4990 or admissions@regent.edu and an admissions representative will provide reasonable accommodations to assist you in completing the application.

Tuition & Fees

2026-27 Tuition Rates

Undergraduate Certificate	Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour	Average Credit Hours Per Semester	Average Tuition Per Semester
Advertising & Marketing	$250	12	$3,000
Biblical Studies	$250	12	$3,000
Business	$250	12	$3,000
Christian Ministry	$250	12	$3,000
Communication	$250	12	$3,000
Computer Science	$250	12	$3,000
Counseling	$250	12	$3,000
Criminal Justice	$250	12	$3,000
Cybersecurity	$250	12	$3,000
Finance	$250	12	$3,000
Government	$250	12	$3,000
Healthcare Studies	$250	12	$3,000
Human Resources	$250	12	$3,000
Information Systems	$250	12	$3,000
International Relations	$250	12	$3,000
Leadership Studies	$250	12	$3,000
Psychology	$250	12	$3,000

Student Fees Per Semester

University Services Fee (On-Campus Students)	$900 (Fall & Spring) $750 (Summer)
University Services Fee (Online Students)	$750

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*Rates are subject to change at any time.

Note: Eligible students may use their VA benefits to cover the cost of their undergraduate certificate. Learn more about benefits and discounts for military students.

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