Charles T. Schmidt, Jr.
Labor Research Center
Graduate Certificate Programs
Our Graduate Certiifcate Programs allow students to take a series of graduate-level courses without matriculating in the full master's degree program. They can be taken independently or in conjunction with another master's degree program such a nursing, MPA or MBA.
Graduate Certificate in Labor Relations
The Graduate Certificate Program in Labor Relations serves the needs of students who hold or aspire to a labor relations position with labor, business, or government organizations.
Graduate Certificate Program in Human Resources
The Graduate Certificate Program in Human Resources serves the needs of students who hold or aspire to a human resource position with labor, business, or government organizations.
Additionally, students who do not work directly in these fields, but hold positions requiring knowledge of labor relations or human resources, will also find these programs helpful.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to either certificate program, applicants must show evidence of ability to do graduate level course work. This ability is generally demonstrated by:
- Undergraduate Degree, and
- Professional experience
Applicants are required to complete the standard graduate school application, complete with undergraduate transcripts and 2 letters of recommendation. It is recommended that applicants include a professional resume. To apply, go to: www.uri.edu/gsadmis. Note that there is no application fee required for application to these programs.
Program Requirements
Admitted students will develop a four course (12 credit) program of study with the Director of the Schmidt Labor Research Center based on the student's needs. Courses from which the students may choose can be found by clicking either "Labor Relations" or "Human Resources" on the menu on the left. The certificates are awarded when the student completes the four course sequence with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0 or greater.
