Get answers to common questions about GIHCR programs, admissions, and career support.
Our programs are designed for working professionals with a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of professional experience. We also consider candidates with exceptional professional achievements and leadership potential, even without formal degrees. For executive programs, we require 5+ years of management experience.
GIHCR offers multiple learning formats including evening classes (6-9 PM EST), weekend intensives, and fully online programs. Our hybrid approach allows you to balance work, life, and education with options for live virtual sessions, self-paced learning modules, and mobile-friendly content accessible 24/7.
Students gain access to our global alumni network of 25,000+ HR professionals, personalized career coaching, resume optimization, interview preparation, and job placement assistance with our 500+ corporate partners. We also provide mentorship programs and quarterly networking events in major cities.
Yes, our certifications are internationally recognized and valued by top employers worldwide including Fortune 500 companies. Our programs are accredited by SHRM and HRCI, and our partnerships with Harvard Business School and UNESCO enhance the global credibility of our certifications.
Students receive access to our comprehensive learning ecosystem including AI-powered learning assistants, virtual classrooms with breakout rooms, mobile learning app, digital library with 10,000+ HR resources, case study databases, HR analytics tools, and collaborative project platforms.
Program fees range from $2,499 for certificate programs to $8,999 for master's programs. We offer flexible payment plans including 0% interest installments over 6-12 months, employer reimbursement assistance, income-share agreements, and scholarships for underrepresented groups in HR.
Certificate programs take 3-6 months, Professional Diplomas take 6-9 months, and Master's programs take 12-18 months. All programs are self-paced within the timeframe, allowing you to accelerate or extend based on your schedule and learning preferences.
Our comprehensive curriculum covers talent acquisition and retention, performance management, compensation and benefits, employee relations, diversity & inclusion, HR analytics, organizational development, employment law, strategic HR planning, and emerging topics like remote work management and AI in HR.
Yes, every program includes practical components such as capstone projects with real companies, HR simulation exercises, case study analyses from Fortune 500 companies, internship opportunities, and access to our HR lab with actual HRIS systems for hands-on practice.
We provide comprehensive academic support including 24/7 online tutoring, weekly office hours with instructors, peer study groups, technical support, and academic coaching. Our student success team proactively reaches out to ensure you stay on track and achieve your goals.
Yes, we accept up to 30% transfer credits from accredited institutions for relevant coursework. We also offer Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) where significant professional HR experience can be evaluated for academic credit, potentially reducing program duration and cost.
Graduates receive lifetime access to our career services including job placement assistance, salary negotiation support, career transition guidance, and continuing education opportunities. Our alumni network provides ongoing professional connections and mentorship throughout your career.
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