Organizations achieve their goals through talented, engaged employees. Whether you’re supporting employee development, strengthening workplace culture or preparing for greater responsibility in a people management role, Cornerstone University’s Human Capital Management Certificate helps you develop practical skills for attracting, developing and retaining employees throughout the employee lifecycle.
Delivered through SOAR™, Cornerstone University’s radically affordable and radically flexible mobile learning app, you will learn how talent development, employee engagement and workforce planning contribute to employee performance, retention and organizational effectiveness.
Credits transfer directly toward earning your B.S. in Strategic Business Management later, or you can choose to pursue the bachelor’s degree now to finish the degree you’ve always wanted.
Learn Anywhere, Anytime
Flat Rate Tuition, No Costly Computers or Textbooks
For many people, the barriers are obvious: cost, schedules and access. SOAR™ was designed to remove them. Through radically affordable tuition and an innovative smartphone-based learning experience, Cornerstone University makes it easier to gain valuable skills and earn a respected credential without the traditional obstacles that often stand in the way. Whether you want to earn your full degree or pursue a certificate, SOAR is radically affordable and flexible to meet your goals.
One Tuition, More Opportunity – Flat-rate tuition model rewards progress and helps reduce the overall cost of earning a certificate or degree.
On-Demand Learning – Everything you need to earn your certificate is delivered through the SOAR™ mobile app.
No Textbooks, No Hidden Costs – Everything you need is included in the learning experience.
Financial Aid – Business partner scholarships and employer tuition reimbursement available.
Start When You’re Ready – Year-round enrollment means you don’t have to wait for a traditional semester.
Practical Human Capital Skills for Organizational Success
Develop practical skills for recruiting, developing and supporting employees while helping organizations build stronger, more engaged and productive teams from a Christian faith perspective.
Talent Acquisition & Employee Development – Learn how organizations attract, develop and retain employees while supporting workforce growth and organizational goals.
Performance Management & Workforce Effectiveness – Explore strategies for evaluating performance, supporting employee growth and helping individuals contribute at their highest potential.
Negotiation & Conflict Resolution – Develop communication and conflict resolution skills that help preserve professional relationships, address workplace challenges and support productive outcomes.
Workplace Culture & Employee Engagement – Understand how organizational behavior, workplace culture and employee engagement influence morale, productivity and long-term organizational success.
SOAR™ Student Experience
Courses are developed by experienced Cornerstone University faculty and business professionals who understand the realities working adults face every day.
of students like the overall SOAR™ mobile experience.
98%
of students felt supported by their success coach.
96%
of students found instructor feedback helpful.
Courses
MGT-332: Human Resources Management
Learn how organizations recruit, develop, support and retain employees while exploring workforce planning, training, performance evaluation, compensation and employment practices.
MGT-315: Negotiation & Conflict Resolution
Develop practical communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills that help address workplace challenges and support productive professional relationships.
MGT-317: Organizational Behavior & Processes
Examine how workplace culture, organizational structure and group dynamics influence employee motivation, engagement and productivity.
Career Opportunities for Human Capital Management Skills
Organizations of every size depend on talented, engaged employees. This certificate helps students develop people-focused skills that can be applied in a variety of career settings, including:
Human resources
Talent acquisition and recruiting
Employee training and development
Employee relations
Workforce development
Business and organizational operations
Healthcare administration
Nonprofit and ministry organizations
Government and public service
Remove the Debt Barrier
Earn your certificate from one of the most affordable private Christian universities in the nation. Tuition: $2,400 total cost includes:
On-demand learning through the SOAR™ mobile app
Course materials
Student support
Employer tuition reimbursement through participating SOAR Business Partners
Your Certificate Starts Here
Start your certificate at one of the most affordable Christian universities in the region. An admissions counselor is ready to help you begin the enrollment process.
Cornerstone University’s Human Capital Management Certificate helps students understand how organizations attract, develop and support employees. Delivered through SOAR™, Cornerstone University’s mobile learning platform, the certificate prepares students to contribute to workforce effectiveness and organizational success across a wide range of industries.
Who is the Human Capital Management Certificate designed for?
This certificate is designed for individuals responsible for or aspiring to work in roles that support employees, workplace culture or workforce initiatives. Whether onboarding employees, coordinating training, supporting employee development or preparing for human resources responsibilities, students gain practical skills in talent management, employee engagement and workforce development.
What skills will I learn in the Human Capital Management Certificate?
Students develop practical skills in talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, conflict resolution, employee engagement and workforce planning. Coursework helps students understand how organizations attract, develop and retain employees while fostering productive workplace cultures.
How are Christian faith and values integrated into the certificate?
As a Christ-centered university, Cornerstone integrates biblical principles throughout the learning experience. Students explore how Christian values such as human dignity, stewardship, servant leadership and ethical responsibility can shape decisions involving employees, workplace relationships and organizational culture.
Can certificate credits apply toward a degree?
Yes. Credits earned through the Human Capital Management Certificate can be applied toward Cornerstone University’s B.S. in Strategic Business Management, allowing students to continue building toward a bachelor’s degree.
How affordable is the Human Capital Management Certificate?
The Human Capital Management Certificate is offered through SOAR™, Cornerstone University’s radically affordable mobile learning platform. Tuition is $2,400 total, with course materials included. Scholarships and employer tuition reimbursement opportunities may further reduce costs for eligible students.
What careers can benefit from the Human Capital Management Certificate?
The Human Capital Management Certificate can support career growth across every industry for individuals in people centered roles or who aspire to develop and support talent. The skills developed through the certificate are also valuable for supervisors, managers and professionals responsible for employee development, workplace culture and organizational performance.
