Human Resources Management and Services (Undergraduate Certificate or Diploma) at Post University

Median Earnings (1yr)

$41,805

12th percentile

Median Debt

$19,000

6% above national median

Analysis

Post University's HR certificate serves a predominantly low-income student population (73% receive Pell grants) but delivers earnings that trail the national median by nearly $4,500 in the first year. While the $19,000 debt load seems manageable at first glance—translating to a debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.45—the real concern is that graduates earn less than the typical HR certificate holder nationwide, landing in just the 12th percentile for the program.

The state context offers little additional insight since Post is currently the only institution in Connecticut reporting data for this certificate, making it both the median and the only point of comparison. The small sample size (under 30 graduates) means these numbers could shift significantly with more data, so treating them as a definitive picture would be premature.

For families considering this path, the math is straightforward but not compelling: graduates would need to dedicate roughly half of one year's salary to clear their debt, all while earning about 10% less than peers from other programs. Unless Post provides unique access or scheduling flexibility that matters for your situation, exploring HR certificates at institutions with stronger earnings outcomes—or considering whether a full associate's or bachelor's degree might open better opportunities—deserves serious attention before committing.

Where Post University Stands

Earnings vs. debt across all human resources management and services certificate's programs nationally

Earnings Distribution

How Post University graduates compare to all programs nationally

Compare to Similar Programs Nationally

Human Resources Management and Services certificate's programs at top institutions nationally

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School	In-State Tuition	Earnings (1yr)	Earnings (4yr)	Median Debt	Debt/Earnings
Post UniversityWaterbury	$17,100	$41,805	—	$19,000	0.45
University of Pittsburgh-Pittsburgh CampusPittsburgh	$21,524	$64,711	$81,611	$22,000	0.34
Ferris State UniversityBig Rapids	$13,630	$53,029	$52,161	$27,921	0.53
Indiana University-IndianapolisIndianapolis	$10,449	$51,570	$56,585	$25,422	0.49
University of Minnesota-Twin CitiesMinneapolis	$16,488	$48,970	$59,448	$21,532	0.44
University of Phoenix-HawaiiKapolei	—	$46,304	$63,337	$12,785	0.28
National Median	—	$46,304	—	$17,974	0.39

Career Paths

Occupations commonly associated with human resources management and services graduates

Compensation and Benefits Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.

$140,360/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Human Resources Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.

$140,030/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Training and Development Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.

$127,090/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Labor Relations Specialists

Resolve disputes between workers and managers, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, or coordinate grievance procedures to handle employee complaints.

$93,500/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Law Teachers, Postsecondary

Teach courses in law. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

$83,980/yrJobs growth:

Compliance Officers

Examine, evaluate, and investigate eligibility for or conformity with laws and regulations governing contract compliance of licenses and permits, and perform other compliance and enforcement inspection and analysis activities not classified elsewhere.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Environmental Compliance Inspectors

Inspect and investigate sources of pollution to protect the public and environment and ensure conformance with Federal, State, and local regulations and ordinances.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Equal Opportunity Representatives and Officers

Monitor and evaluate compliance with equal opportunity laws, guidelines, and policies to ensure that employment practices and contracting arrangements give equal opportunity without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Government Property Inspectors and Investigators

Investigate or inspect government property to ensure compliance with contract agreements and government regulations.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Coroners

Direct activities such as autopsies, pathological and toxicological analyses, and inquests relating to the investigation of deaths occurring within a legal jurisdiction to determine cause of death or to fix responsibility for accidental, violent, or unexplained deaths.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

Regulatory Affairs Specialists

Coordinate and document internal regulatory processes, such as internal audits, inspections, license renewals, or registrations. May compile and prepare materials for submission to regulatory agencies.

$78,420/yrJobs growth:Bachelor's degree

About This Data

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)

Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At Post University, approximately 73% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.

Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.

Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.

Sample Size: Based on 29 graduates with reported earnings and 55 graduates with debt data. Small samples may not be representative.