Ideal for those with less than three years of experience in human resources, as well as for more experienced professionals seeking a refresher, this program provides an overview of areas vital to human resource management. Content includes strategic HR management, employee benefits, and legal factors such as Equal Employment Opportunity. The course also addresses staffing needs, assessments, and solutions including recruiting, training and motivating employees, as well as how to resolve performance issues. Successful completion of this program results in an FIU certificate.

Who Will Benefit

Human Resource professionals with less than three years of experience, as well as those interested in beginning a career in human resources. This program also benefits experienced HR professionals who want a refresher on key issues impacting the industry.

Your program fee includes:

  • Digital Access to FIU Educational Materials
  • Digital Access to FIU Instructional Resources
  • Florida International University Certificate of Completion

FIU Executive Education's Human Resources Management Certificate may be used for credit toward the FIU Master of Science in Human Resource Management (MSHRM). Application to the MSHRM is completed separately; admission is competitive and not guaranteed. For more information about the MSHRM program, please contact Program Manager Krystal Saleta at ksaleta@fiu.edu.

General Information/Custom Programs: FIU Business Executive Education can create custom training programs specific to the needs of your organization. Please connect with us by submitting the inquiry form below or contact us 305.348.4217 or fiuExecEd@fiu.edu.

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Schedule & Registration

Dates TBA
Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Virtual, Live via Zoom / Instructor-Led

Your program fee includes:

  • Educational Materials
  • Instructional Resources
  • Florida International University Certificate of Completion
SessionTopicTime

1

Organizations Strategy and Planning

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

2

Equal Employment Opportunity

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

3

Workforce Jobs Analysis

Individuals / Organization
Relations & Retention

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

4

Recruiting High Quality Talent 

Selecting Human Resources

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

5

Training Human Resources 

Talent Careers & Development

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

6

Performance Management

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

7

Total Rewards & Compensation

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

8

Managing Employee Benefits

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

9

Risk Management & Worker Protection

Employee Rights & Responsibilities

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

10

Union/Management Relations

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

11

Global Human Resources

9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Topics

Here’s the key topics you’ll cover during your program:

  • Equal Employment Opportunity
  • HR Management in Organizations
  • Strategic HR Management and Planning
  • Workers, Jobs, and Job Analysis
  • Human Resource Planning and Retention
  • Recruiting and Labor Markets
  • Selecting Human Resources
  • Training Human Resources
  • Talent Management
  • Performance Management and Appraisal
  • Total Rewards and Compensation
  • Incentive Plans and Executive Compensation
  • Managing Employee Benefits
  • Risk Management and Worker Protection
  • Employee Rights and Responsibilities
  • Union/Management Relations

Financial Assistance & Discounts

FIU Executive Education programs are designed to enhance your management skills and boost your career success. Because our certificate programs are non-credit and do not lead to a degree, they do not qualify for traditional student financial aid. However, financial assistance is available in a variety of methods:

  • Private student loans are available for our programs through SallieMae. We strongly recommend participants submit their loan application at least eight (8) weeks prior to the start of the program to ensure completion of the loan. 

    To apply for a SallieMae loan, please follow the steps below:

    • Notify us via email at fiuexeced@fiu.edu – Please provide your full name, telephone number and the course you wish to take.
    • Visit SallieMae SMART Option Loan to finalize your loan application process:
      • From the home page, choose “Career training student loan”
      • Under “Degree/certificate of study” choose “Certificate”
      • Under “Major/specialty” choose “Continuing Education”
    • Apply for the loan to match the exact program fee.
    • Once your loan is approved and certified, we will notify you with next steps.
    • We periodically offer special discounts via the FIU Executive Education newsletter. To sign up please register here
    • FIU Alumni, Students and Staff: 10% discount available:
      • Please email us at fiuexeced@fiu.edu prior to registering for your program, to obtain your discount code.
      • Please be sure to use your  @fiu.edu email address when registering. 
    • Group Discount for Organizations: 15% discount is available to companies and organizations registering a minimum of three (3) employees. Please contact us via email at fiuexeced@fiu.edu so we may guide you through the registration process.
  • Employer Education Benefits: Ask your employer if it provides education benefits to employees. In many cases and under certain conditions, employers may offer up to $5,250 in tuition/fee assistance to employees tax-free. For more information and latest updates, visit or ask your employer to visit this IRS web site.

    Training Grants for Employers: Employers may qualify for employee training grants from the state of Florida. These grants are used to help employers pay the cost of training and re-skilling employees. For more information, visit CareerSource Florida.

  • Check this section regularly for updates on scholarships and grants available to FIU Executive Education learners.

    PEO Program for Continuing Education: Grant of up to $3,000 to women whose education was interrupted and who now seek a degree or certificate that leads to employment.

  • For general information regarding Financial Aid (FAFSA) or the Veterans GI Bill, please contact FIU Financial Aid at onestop.fiu.edu or Veterans Affairs at veterans@fiu.edu.

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All Programs for Individuals

FIU Executive Education programs for individuals are delivered virtually by an instructor on evenings and weekends. The short programs, in such areas as human resources, project management, Lean Six Sigma, finance and more, can also be taken fully online at your own pace.