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At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.
Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.
How You Can Support
At Carlow University, the next generation of ethical leaders is already in the making.
Here, our students gain more than just a degree – they build connections, find purpose, and thrive – working in ways big and small to reshape the future. With your support, we can continue to invest in these future leaders and expand their ability to transform our world.
How You Can SupportEarn your graduate certificate in Human Resources
You can prepare for a career in the ever-changing world of HR management with a graduate certificate in Human Resources. With an emphasis on ethical business practices, you will develop skills in dealing with employee relations, labor laws, and training and development
You will learn to use the latest technology to recruit, screen and interview the best talent, and master knowledge of the legal and regulatory protections needed in workplaces.
Credits required:
9 credits
Cost per credit:
$1,046/credit
Time to completion:
As few as 24 weeks
Delivery:
100% Online
Curriculum for human resources graduate certificate
The three course Human Resources Certificate is comprised of 9 credits:
- MBA 777 Strategic HR
- MBA 778 Employment Law
- MBA 779 Human Resources Capstone
Courses for this program include Strategic Human Resource Management, Employment Law and Capstone Experience — Human Resource Management. Coursework may include weekly readings, videos, written assignments and discussion board postings.
Quick facts
- Use 9 certificate credits toward an MBA
- Sit for the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) examination
Career opportunities for human resource managers
With the growth of new companies and expanding operations of organizations, the demand for human resource managers to oversee and administer their programs continues to rise. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts HR management jobs will increase 9% from 2014 to 2024.
Admission requirements and application process
You can apply for free online, and must submit the following materials:
- Official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions you have attended
- Personal essay that describes your academic objectives
- Current resume or curriculum vitae
- Two letters of recommendation that address your leadership potential and ability to succeed in graduate-level work
Apply
anytime
Start terms:
Fall, Spring & Summer
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred; however, provisional admission is also possible if you do not meet all of the admission criteria but exhibit a strong possibility of academic success.
Faculty
Enrique Mu, PhD Professor, MBA
Susan Rubisch-Gisler, PhD Chair, Associate Professor, Business Management
Contact Admissions
If you are interested in this certificate program, our Admissions team is available to help you with the next steps, including scheduling an on-campus visit or attending an upcoming event.
Earn your graduate certificate in Cyber Threat Research & Analytics
With threats to technology and information security ever present, cybersecurity is a critical and compelling field. In this graduate certificate program, you can receive training in the investigative tools used in dealing with cyber crime. Guided by experienced members of law enforcement, accounting and the private sector, you will gain an understanding of cyber threats, and learn how to identify threat actors and conduct online investigations.
The graduate certificate in Cyber Threat Research and Analytics is a collaboration between Carlow’s Master’s of Fraud and Forensics program and the National Cyber-Forensics and Training Alliance (NCFTA).
Credits required:
9 credits
Cost per credit:
$1,046
Time to Completion:
As few as 5 months
Delivery:
100% online
Cyber security graduate certificate curriculum
First Year Fall
MFF730 Cybercrime – 3 credits
MFF741 Cyber Analysis – 3 credits
MFF743 Advanced Cyber Analysis – 3 credits
Total Credits = 9
The Cyber Threat Research and Analytics curriculum focuses on the complexities of investigating cybercrime, protecting organizational and personal data, understanding social media and national and international laws that regulate cyber activity.
You will learn about encryption, obfuscation and virtual currency through a general introduction to the dark web; security-based skills essential to investigation and dark web targeting tactics; techniques to anonymize yourself; and intelligence methodologies and data analysis.
The curriculum also includes a capstone two-day, onsite residency at the National Cyber-Forensics and Training Alliance in Pittsburgh.
Quick facts
- Engage with experts in accounting, law enforcement and the private sector
- Gain a working knowledge of the dark web
- Prepare yourself to become a certified fraud examiner or enter Carlow’s Master’s in Fraud and Forensics program
Career opportunities for Cyber Threat Research and Analytics
Career opportunities in cyber security require different levels of education. Positions include forensic computer analyst, information security analyst and security architect.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment rate for information security analysts is expected to grow 31% over the next 10 years.
Admission requirements and application process
You can apply for free online, and must submit the following materials:
- Official transcripts from all degree-granting institutions you have attended
- Personal essay that describes your academic objectives
- Current resume or curriculum vitae
- Two letters of recommendation that address your leadership potential and ability to succeed in graduate-level work
Apply
anytime
Start terms:
April & September
An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 or higher is preferred; however, provisional admission is also possible if you do not meet all of the admission criteria but exhibit a strong possibility of academic success.
Cyber Threat Research and Analytics faculty
Joseph Roberts, PhD Professor, Department Chair, Program Director of MA in Psychology and MS in Criminology & Criminal Justice
Mary Onufer Adjunct Lecturer, Fraud & Forensics
Contact Admissions
If you are interested in this graduate certificate program, our Admissions team is available to assist you with the next steps.
Explore Carlow University’s graduate degrees
Carlow University offers more than 50 graduate, doctoral and certificate programs that will help you reach your professional goals. Today’s workplace is rapidly changing, and it demands specialized knowledge and skills.
Carlow recognizes the importance of elevating your career in a way that works with your busy schedule. We’ve designed our programs with you in mind. We offer flexible course options designed to meet your needs, and you can choose from a selection of on-campus, online or hybrid courses.
Are you looking to expand your knowledge and grow? Prepare now for the next step in your personal and professional life.
Why earn a graduate degree?
- Professional advancement and increased job opportunities
- Increased earning potential
- Professional growth
- Expansion of your professional network
- Solid preparation that trains you to be a thought leader in your field
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