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Human Resource Development
Graduate Certificate
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Delivery:
Internet
On-Campus Requirements:
Currently none. There is a possibility of an on-campus residency being built
into the program. Contact the department for more details.
Access:
Open to all eligible applicants, including in-state, out-of-state, and
internationals
The graduate certificate in human resource development is designed to meet the needs of professionals who seek formal education in the human resource development field.
Students who complete the 12-credit-hour certificate in human resource development have the knowledge to provide essential human resource development services in industry, higher education, social agencies, and government. Competencies designed into the program focus on designing, developing, implementing, facilitating, and evaluating education, training, and other human resource development activities.
The program also introduces graduate study in human resource development to students who may be contemplating enrollment in the master's in human resource development, or can be used as a specialization for another major at the graduate level. Credits from the certificate program may be applied to the master's in human resource development, offered via distance learning.
Application Deadlines
Students are encouraged to apply early to ensure admission. Applications received after the
following deadlines may be "wait-listed" pending an opening:
- Fall semester: June 1
- Spring semester: November 1
- Summer semester: April 1
Courses
This program includes 12 credit hours listed below.
| Required Courses (12 credit hours) | |
| HRD 605 | Developing Performance Based Occupational Curriculum (3 credits) |
| HRD 670 | Systematic Design of HRD Programs (3 credits) |
| HRD 675 | Leadership in Human Resource Development (3 credits) |
| HRD 695 | Rationale and Evaluation of HRD Programs (3 credits) |
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Course Descriptions
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Delivery
All courses in the Human Resource Development Program are offered on-line (via
the Internet).
Admission Requirements
Applicants across the globe are encouraged to apply.
Applicants must offer proof of a bachelor of arts or bachelor of science
degree and an acceptable grade point average from an accredited college or
university. The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is not required.
International applicants should have a TOEFL score of at least 550 (paper) or
213 (computer) or 70 (iBT) or better on the Test of English as a Foreign
Language, or provide equivalent evidence of language proficiency.
Getting Started
Subsequent to reviewing Admission Requirements (above), please complete the
following steps. For assistance, contact the Office of Distance Support Services
at 1-888-237-8080 or
studentservices@indstate.edu
| Step 1: Admission |
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Submit to the School of Graduate Studies a fully completed Non-Degree
Admission Application (below) with a non-refundable admission application
fee of $35.00 payable by credit card, money order, or check payable to Indiana
State University.
Submit to School of Graduate Studies official transcripts from a regionally accredited institution. International applicants also must submit official scores for the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or provide equivalent evidence of language proficiency. Non-Degree Admission: ![[FILE]](images/file_icon.gif){kind=icon} Online Application |
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Mail-In Application
Once admitted, students receive a Sycamore login and password (via regular postal service) for the MyISU Portal. The Portal offers access to online registration, University records, and other important University services, including e-mail, and University announcements. Log-on instructions are located on the Portal site at http://isuportal.indstate.edu |
| Step 2: Registration |
| Once admitted, students will be contacted by an academic advisor who will provide information and assistance with registration. Courses are listed in the Class Schedule. |
| Step 3: Starting Courses |
| To access online courses, log on to the MyISU Portal at http://isuportal.indstate.edu and click the My Courses tab. Typically,
courses are not accessible until the first day.
Textbooks may be purchased on-line through the ISU Bookstore at http://indiana-state.bkstore.com |
Contact
Dr. James Smallwood
(812) 237-3377
1-800-468-5236 (toll free USA)
jsmallwood@isugw.indstate.edu
The Catalog of Indiana State University is the document of authority for all students. The requirements given in the catalog supersede information issued by any academic department, program, college, or school. The University reserves the right to change the requirements at any time.