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I have a bachelors degree in Management and Organizational Development. I have been working in HR for less than a year. I run the HR program, but don't have anyone who reports to me so I am no
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Career Advancement- HR Certificate Program
posted at 9/11/2009 10:32 AM EDT
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Hello!
I have a bachelors degree in Management and Organizational Development. I have been working in HR for less than a year. I run the HR program, but don't have anyone who reports to me so I am non-exempt and therefore don't qualify to take the exam for the PHR. I am considering a certificate program in HR through Cornell's online program. I am able to do the program VERY inexpensively through my employer. My question is, will this program really help me in my HR career? Or should I not bother with it and try to figure out a way to afford a Masters in HR? I need to find a way to advance my career because in my current position I make very little money and don't have benefits. Thanks! |
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Career Advancement- HR Certificate Program
posted at 9/11/2009 12:35 PM EDT
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If you're going to do a master's, do an MBA with a concentration in HR. A number of good brick and mortar schools offer it. Reason for the MBA is that if you're going to be a part of management, the MBA gives you excellent insights into other aspects of business other than just HR. I would definitely stay away from any non-AACBS accredited graduate degree program.
Cornell has what is probably the best HR degree program in the country, followed by MIchigan State and University of Illinois. Cornell is a great name to have on your resume in HR and if your employer will pay most of it, it might be worthwhile. But if the employer wouldn't pay, then I'd have to consider it carefully given the high cost. PHR/SPHR isn't the only certification out there. Also look at the CEBS and CCP certifications as well - the Certified Compensation Professional is offered through World at Work (former the American Compensation Association). |
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Career Advancement- HR Certificate Program
posted at 9/11/2009 2:11 PM EDT
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What I'm looking at through Cornell is just a certificate in HR Studies. It would only cost me about $2000 (they have a special arrangement with the YMCA, it normally costs $7,000). Most master's programs I've looked at have been around $20,000. But I don't want to waste $2,000 on the certificate if it won't make a difference to employers. Thanks for the info about the CEBS and CCP. I'll have to look into that. It seems like most job listings I've seen want a PHR or SPHR though. |
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Career Advancement- HR Certificate Program
posted at 9/11/2009 2:50 PM EDT
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A lot of positions do ask for a PHR/SPHR. Given the cost of the MBA, the certificate might be a good option for you especially at that price.
But if you're an hourly employee, the MBA could be a very good "break point" for you. While the PHR/SPHR would be a plus, I think many employers would be foolish not to look at a candidate with an MBA in HR from a good school. |
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Career Advancement- HR Certificate Program
posted at 11/5/2009 2:22 PM EST
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Nork is on target. Get into the best MBA program you can offering an HR emphasis. I wouldn't recommend an HR Master's. Cornell is a good program while Michigan State is overrated. MSU has a rather outdated curricullum with too much emphasis on labor. It wouldn't hurt to get the HR certification from SHRM. Most top tier HR companies don't care about it. Mostly people that have the certificates from SHRM are the only people that think it is important when hiring an HR pro. |
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