The Corporate University is an extended education program designed to assist in enhancing the student’s professional qualifications, by strengthening their resume, enhancing their self-esteem and self-confidence, and developing a more positive and empowering personal image.

The Corporate University is owned and operated under the Human Resources Consortium, Inc. Corporate University courses are primarily designed for individuals interested in professional development or continuing education. All Courses are considered intensives ranging approximately three (3) to five (5) hours in length and are concentrated in business, operations, management and human resources.

All hours associated with Corporate University courses are considered non-credit hours and are non-transferrable to any educational institution for academic credit toward a degree or other academic certificate program. Enrollment in any online or seminar course shall constitute an understanding and acceptance of all Corporate University terms and conditions..

All faculty or instructors are respected professionals with many years of career experience.  Most hold advanced degrees within THEIR FIELD OF EXPERTISE.  When chosen to serve as faculty, they receive an orientation to the Corporate University as well as the learning modalities used by the Corporate University.  Faculty offer invaluable life experience which greatly enriches the quality and practicality of all our courses.  Faculty makes themselves available before, during and after courses which are offered in a classroom setting for professional interaction and consultation.

The following are tuition and materials fees as of January 1, 2012:

• Tuition rate is $13.00 per hour for online courses plus applicable materials fees.
• Tuition rate is $12.00 per hour for seminar/workshop courses plus applicable materials fees.
• Tuition and materials fees are subject to change without notice.

Corporate University courses do not qualify for any form of financial aid or loan deferment.  Materials fees vary based on courses requirements and may be assessed to reasonably cover costs associated with, but not limited to course supplemental materials, books, and workbooks.  Materials fees are disclosed in this course catalog and /or at the time of registration.

The Corporate University is currently a CEU Provider or vendor for the following organizations:

• California Community Care Licensing Division (Administrator Certification Section).  CEUs are offered for GH, RCFE and ARF programs.
• HR Certification Institute (HRCI) for professionals holding a PHR, SPHR, PHR-CA, SPHR-CA or GPHR certification.  Specific course offering are eligible for HRCI recertification credit.

“The use of this seal is not an endorsement by the HR Certification Institute of the quality of the program.  It means that this program has met the HR Certification Institute’s criteria to be pre-approved for recertification credit.”

All hours associated with Corporate University courses are considered non-credit hours and are non-transferrable to any educational institution for academic credit toward a degree or other academic certificate program.

Learners may wish to take a course again.  Learners may re-enroll in any Corporate University Course at any time.  If a course is eligible for CEU hours/credit, it is recommended that the learner contact the provider which issued their license or certification to determine if they will receive credit for taking a similar course again. The Corporate University will not accept any form of responsibility should an individual be denied credit by their license or certification provider.

Seminar courses cancelled seen (7) or more business days prior to the course date will receive a refund, less a 15% administrative fee.  If you cancel within seven (7) business days of the course date, a 50% refund will be granted.  Please note that if you do not attend and/or do not cancel as descried above, you are responsible for the entire payment and no refund will be issued.  If the Corporate University cancels the course, you will receive a full refund.

Online courses purchased, but not started are eligible for a full refund. The Corporate University, at its discretion, retains the right to verify if an online course had already been started prior to a refund being issued or authorized.  An online course that has been started shall be defined as a course in which an individual has already begun reviewing the online course content/presentation regardless of how far or as little the individual has progressed.

All courses offered under the Corporate University are continuing education and professional development courses and no letter grade will be issued. For the purpose of online courses, a complete or incomplete grade will be issued to record an individual’s eligibility to receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of the course. Upon the successful completion of a seminar-type course, the learner will receive a Certificate of Completion. If a course is eligible for CEU hours/credit, the learner will receive a Certificate of Continuing Education. Certificates will include all pertinent information pertaining to the course taken, including, if applicable, CEU hours, vendor numbers and course ID numbers.

All individuals participating in the educational process of the Corporate University are expected to pursue honesty and integrity in all aspects of their professional development work. Any acts of dishonesty, including plagiarism, will be viewed as a serious violation of this statement and my subject an individual from being barred from future enrollment in Corporate University courses. All acts of dishonesty, including plagiarism, will be thoroughly and reasonably reviewed.

Course registrants must notify the Corporate University of their intention to withdrawal from a course. Failure to notify the Corporate University may affect any possibility of the registrant receiving a course refund or credit. However, the registrant may substitute another individual in their place. Substitutions should be communicated at least 24 hours in advance of the course date. This can be done by contacting the Corporate University at (559) 227-6115. Thank you.

All courses offered under the Corporate University are continuing education and professional development courses and no letter grade will be issued. For the purpose of online courses, a complete or incomplete grade will be issued to record an individual’s eligibility to receive a Certificate of Completion at the end of the course. Upon the successful completion of a seminar-type course, the learner will receive a Certificate of Completion. If a course is eligible for CEU hours/credit, the learner will receive a Certificate of Continuing Education. Certificates will include all pertinent information pertaining to the course taken, including, if applicable, CEU hours, vendor numbers and course ID numbers.

The Corporate University makes every effort to provide locations/training sites that offer reasonable accommodations, including wheelchair accessibility to course participants requiring such assistance. Please contact the Corporate University at (559) 227-6115 should you require accommodation.

The Corporate University will work with organizations to develop and deliver customized learning solutions that integrate you business goals and employee development needs. Part of corporate training is to accentuate a workforce’s core knowledge and learning processes all the while reinforcing company vision and ideology.

The Corporate University offers Master’s Certificates of Professional Development.  These highly coveted certificates provide a comprehensive form of study in one of three concentrations:

• Strategic Human Resources Management (SHRM)
• Supervisory and Management Development (SMD)
• Management of Organizational Development (MOD)

Each Master Certificate Program (MCP) offers the individual or working professional the opportunity to expand their overall professional development, skills and knowledge by attending professionally developed courses and seminars.  Each concentration has a set curriculum of courses that must be completed successfully before a Master’s Certificate is conferred.  Furthermore there are no CEU or continuing education hours required to maintain your Master’s Certificate.

The successful individual will receive a beautifully designed certificate which can be framed and hung in an office oar home along with a personalized signed letter of accomplishment from the president and director of the Corporate University.

• Strategic Human Resources Management Certificate
  The Master’s Certificate of Professional Development in Strategic Human Resources Management shall provide basic skills and knowledge for individuals, employees, and professionals looking into supervisory positions in their work field or profession, assisting in career placement, expanding opportunities in diverse industries, obtain a more competitive edge, prepare for the job market, or increase one’s overall professional development. The program provides a fundamental knowledge of the foundations of managing human resources, including recruitment, selection, retention, compensation, internal employee relations, legal compliance, wage and hour issues, and various federal and California leaves of absences.
  
  
• Supervisory and Management Development Certificate
  The Master’s Certificate of Professional Development in Supervisory and Management Development provides an in-depth understanding of the roles of both the supervisor and manager in the workplace whatever the business level; a personal inventory of the manager will be explored with applicable organizational behavior and how to effectively communicate, coach, work with, and motivate employees leading to better overall performance and efficiency; an extensive review of effective interpersonal communication skills will be explored, as well as workplace investigation, conflict resolution, and mediation practices. This is an excellent program for any individual who is looking to become, just recently promoted, or is currently a manager or supervisor.
  
  
• Management and Organizational Development Certificate
  The Master’s Certificate of Professional Development in Management and Organizational Development provides the fundamental and upper level principles and experiential application of organizational development in profit, non-profit and even faith-based organizations. Consideration will be given to the functionality of the OD professional, his or her role and style of management and applied diagnostics by the OD manager; a look at reinventing the organization and its applicable culture; significant application of methodologies, processes in the change process; a look at what works for any given organization in regard to proper fit of a recommended structure and / or design; and what the future of OD in the corporate world may look like.

To enroll in a Master’s Certificate Program, here is what you have to do:

• Online: www.hrconsortium.net/cu
• Phone: (559) 227-6115
• Fee: $25.00, One-time only. Non-refundable.

An enrollment application and a one-time enrollment fee of $25.00 is all that is required to be admitted to the program.  The enrollment fee covers some administrative costs, as well as a Master Certificate Program Binder which is utilized to maintain a student’s course materials and notes while working toward a Master’s Certificate.  Once your application and enrollment fee has been processed, you will receive a confirmation package in the mail which will include a cover letter, course catalog, course enrollment forms, you Master Certificate Program Binder, and additional information and materials concerning the program concentration you initially enrolled in.

The Corporate University maintains a course catalog that is updated each calendar year. The course catalog includes detailed information for each seminar and online course currently offered. It is recommended that an individual use the course catalog to plan out their courses and/or progress toward earning a Master’s Certificate of Professional Development. In addition, the course catalog outlines program terms and conditions pertaining to an individual’s enrollment or participation in an Corporate University course. Enrollment in any online or seminar course shall constitute an understanding and acceptance of all Corporate University terms and conditions.

The Corporate University makes every effort to ensure the best in overall quality and instruction with its courses. Should you require support at any time, please contact the Corporate University at (559) 227-6115. Correspondence can be be sent to:

Office Location: 5637 N. Figarden Drive, Ste 101, Fresno, CA 93722
Fax: (559) 251-0234
Email: cu_support@hrconsortium.net

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