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Master of Science in Human Resource Management Health Care
Health Care coursework overview
Coursework structured for your success
- Capella sets the deadlines
- Weekly online interactions
- 24/7 courseroom access
- Online
Planning for your degree
- total quarter credits: 45
- Quarter length: 10 weeks
- Course length: 10 weeks
- Break: 3 weeks between quarters
Course requirements
- Core 7 courses
- Specialization 3 courses
- Capstone 1 course
Example program course sequence
This example course sequence takes course prerequisites into account, so it can be helpful as a general guide when you register for courses. In GuidedPath, you can take up to three courses per quarter; the number of courses you take in a quarter and time it takes to complete your program can vary. Your academic coach can help answer any course registration questions.
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HRM5002
Core Survey of Human Resource Management in Practice
4 quarter credits
This course is a survey of contemporary perspectives in the field of human resource management. Learners apply competencies developed by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in order to support people, the workplace, and an organization. Learners integrate legal and ethical standards into human resource policies and practices. Learners also address the role of the HR practitioner in the alignment of operational and strategic approaches. Must be taken during the first quarter by learners who have been admitted to the MS in Human Resource Management degree program or Human Resource Management graduate certificate program. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning.
4 quarter credits
HRM5060
Core Sourcing and Managing Talent in the Workplace
4 quarter credits
Learners in this course examine contemporary perspectives in recruiting, talent mobility, workforce planning, and performance management. Learners select and develop approaches which support employee mobility and performance to advance organizational goals. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in HRM5002; or HRM5310.
4 quarter credits
HRM5070
Core Workplace Learning Strategies for the HR Professional
4 quarter credits
Learners gain an understanding of the role of the HR professional in applying theories and models of learning, learning styles, and ways to design and manage the learning process and programs to develop talent. Learners apply a strategic approach to workplace learning to align with an organization¿s strategy that will meet the needs of individual contributors, managers, and senior leaders in the organization. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM5065
Core Employment Law in the Successful Workplace
4 quarter credits
Learners gain an understanding of the application of U.S. law and legislation to human resource management theory and practice in the modern workplace. Learners evaluate historical perspectives on law and labor relations and the impact of context on practice. Learners identify the value of aligning of organizational mission, legal compliance and ethical practices. Learners also assess methods by which the HRM professional can resolve conflict and defuse or mitigate potentially litigious situations while enhancing productivity. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM5055
Core Comprehensive Reward Systems
4 quarter credits
In this course, learners examine compensation models and their application in organizations, which includes both direct and indirect rewards. Learners also discuss compensation strategies and their link to designing an effective organization. Learners further explore how compensation structures are developed and applied as well as the different strategic roles of rewards in developing an effective workforce. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM5090
Core Retaining and Engaging Employees for the Modern Workforce
4 quarter credits
In this course, learners apply models of employee motivation, thriving, and engagement in the workplace to create the employee experience. Learners also analyze the ways in which culture, employee and leader behavior impact strategic retention. Finally, learners assess the influence of technology and evidence-based practices on employee lifecycle, engagement, and positive employee and organizational outcomes. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002 or HRM5310.
4 quarter credits
HRM5401
Specialization Course The Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Environment of Health Care
4 quarter credits
Learners in this course study the legal, ethical, and regulatory environment of health care and the impact on human resource management. Learners examine health care delivery systems, revenue sources, laws, regulations, ethics, and compliance requirements, including ways to support and mitigate risk in the complex health care environment. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002, HRM5065.
4 quarter credits
HRM5080
Core Evidence-Based Decision Making for HR Professionals
4 quarter credits
In this course, learners apply evidence-based models of decision making to advocate and support HR strategies and practices. Learners use qualitative and quantitative data in HR decision making to influence organizational stakeholders and incorporate storytelling to provide compelling advocacy for HR programs, practices, and projects. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM5402
Specialization Course Planning, Sourcing, and Developing Talent in Healthcare Organizations
4 quarter credits
Learners examine talent acquisition, employee development, and workforce planning in healthcare organizations. Learners analyze, develop, and apply models and approaches for the unique needs of healthcare talent management. Prerequisite: HRM5401 or MHA5014.
4 quarter credits
HRM5403
Specialization Course Transforming the Employee Experience in Health Care
4 quarter credits
Learners analyze human resource (HR) practices to retain and engage the health care workforce. Learners investigate HR's role in organizational transformation and supporting positive patient outcomes by creating a culture of quality, high performing, and engaged employees. Learners also strengthen their understanding on how HR supports employee health and wellness. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002, HRM5090, HRM5401.
4 quarter credits
HRM5960
Capstone HRM Capstone: Improving and Transforming HR Practice
5 quarter credits
This is an integrative course for learners in the MS in Human Resource Management degree program. Learners synthesize and integrate the knowledge, competencies, and skills acquired throughout the program by developing and implementing a final project that demonstrates critical thinking, creativity, and practical application of program content. Learners apply models and best practices in human resource management to achieve desired project outcomes. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all required coursework. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning.
5 quarter credits
Total
At least 45 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
Specialization course requirements
Complete at least 12 quarter credits from the specialization courses shown below.
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HRM5401
Specialization Course The Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Environment of Health Care
4 quarter credits
Learners in this course study the legal, ethical, and regulatory environment of health care and the impact on human resource management. Learners examine health care delivery systems, revenue sources, laws, regulations, ethics, and compliance requirements, including ways to support and mitigate risk in the complex health care environment. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002, HRM5065.
4 quarter credits
HRM5402
Specialization Course Planning, Sourcing, and Developing Talent in Healthcare Organizations
4 quarter credits
Learners examine talent acquisition, employee development, and workforce planning in healthcare organizations. Learners analyze, develop, and apply models and approaches for the unique needs of healthcare talent management. Prerequisite: HRM5401 or MHA5014.
4 quarter credits
HRM5403
Specialization Course Transforming the Employee Experience in Health Care
4 quarter credits
Learners analyze human resource (HR) practices to retain and engage the health care workforce. Learners investigate HR's role in organizational transformation and supporting positive patient outcomes by creating a culture of quality, high performing, and engaged employees. Learners also strengthen their understanding on how HR supports employee health and wellness. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002, HRM5090, HRM5401.
4 quarter credits
Total
At least 45 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
Capstone courses
In your final quarter, complete a capstone course for a total of 5 quarter credits.
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HRM5960
Capstone HRM Capstone: Improving and Transforming HR Practice
5 quarter credits
This is an integrative course for learners in the MS in Human Resource Management degree program. Learners synthesize and integrate the knowledge, competencies, and skills acquired throughout the program by developing and implementing a final project that demonstrates critical thinking, creativity, and practical application of program content. Learners apply models and best practices in human resource management to achieve desired project outcomes. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all required coursework. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning.
5 quarter credits
Total
At least 45 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
Core course requirements
Complete at least 28 quarter credits in the core courses category. Choose from the courses shown below.
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HRM5055
Core Comprehensive Reward Systems
4 quarter credits
In this course, learners examine compensation models and their application in organizations, which includes both direct and indirect rewards. Learners also discuss compensation strategies and their link to designing an effective organization. Learners further explore how compensation structures are developed and applied as well as the different strategic roles of rewards in developing an effective workforce. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM5002
Core Survey of Human Resource Management in Practice
4 quarter credits
This course is a survey of contemporary perspectives in the field of human resource management. Learners apply competencies developed by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in order to support people, the workplace, and an organization. Learners integrate legal and ethical standards into human resource policies and practices. Learners also address the role of the HR practitioner in the alignment of operational and strategic approaches. Must be taken during the first quarter by learners who have been admitted to the MS in Human Resource Management degree program or Human Resource Management graduate certificate program. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning.
4 quarter credits
HRM5065
Core Employment Law in the Successful Workplace
4 quarter credits
Learners gain an understanding of the application of U.S. law and legislation to human resource management theory and practice in the modern workplace. Learners evaluate historical perspectives on law and labor relations and the impact of context on practice. Learners identify the value of aligning of organizational mission, legal compliance and ethical practices. Learners also assess methods by which the HRM professional can resolve conflict and defuse or mitigate potentially litigious situations while enhancing productivity. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM5060
Core Sourcing and Managing Talent in the Workplace
4 quarter credits
Learners in this course examine contemporary perspectives in recruiting, talent mobility, workforce planning, and performance management. Learners select and develop approaches which support employee mobility and performance to advance organizational goals. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in HRM5002; or HRM5310.
4 quarter credits
HRM5070
Core Workplace Learning Strategies for the HR Professional
4 quarter credits
Learners gain an understanding of the role of the HR professional in applying theories and models of learning, learning styles, and ways to design and manage the learning process and programs to develop talent. Learners apply a strategic approach to workplace learning to align with an organization¿s strategy that will meet the needs of individual contributors, managers, and senior leaders in the organization. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM5080
Core Evidence-Based Decision Making for HR Professionals
4 quarter credits
In this course, learners apply evidence-based models of decision making to advocate and support HR strategies and practices. Learners use qualitative and quantitative data in HR decision making to influence organizational stakeholders and incorporate storytelling to provide compelling advocacy for HR programs, practices, and projects. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM5090
Core Retaining and Engaging Employees for the Modern Workforce
4 quarter credits
In this course, learners apply models of employee motivation, thriving, and engagement in the workplace to create the employee experience. Learners also analyze the ways in which culture, employee and leader behavior impact strategic retention. Finally, learners assess the influence of technology and evidence-based practices on employee lifecycle, engagement, and positive employee and organizational outcomes. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002 or HRM5310.
4 quarter credits
Total
At least 45 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.
Coursework tailored to your learning preferences
- Set your own deadlines
- Complete courses at your pace
- Support when you need it
- Online
Planning for your degree
- total program points: 22
- Monthly start dates
- Session length: 12 weeks
Course requirements
- Core 7 courses
- Specialization 3 courses
- Capstone 1 course
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HRM-FPX5002
Core Survey of Human Resource Management in Practice
4 quarter credits
This course is a survey of contemporary perspectives in the field of human resource management. Learners apply competencies developed by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in order to support people, the workplace, and an organization. Learners integrate legal and ethical standards into human resource policies and practices. Learners also address the role of the HR practitioner in the alignment of operational and strategic approaches. Must be taken during the first quarter by learners who have been admitted to the MS in Human Resource Management degree program, FlexPath option. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5060
Core Sourcing and Managing Talent in the Workplace
4 quarter credits
Learners in this course examine contemporary perspectives in recruiting, talent mobility, workforce planning, and performance management. Learners select and develop approaches which support employee mobility and performance to advance organizational goals. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in HRM-FPX5002 or completion of HRM-FPX5310.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5070
Core Workplace Learning Strategies for the HR Professional
4 quarter credits
Learners gain an understanding of the role of the HR professional in applying theories and models of learning, learning styles, and ways to design and manage the learning process and programs to develop talent. Learners apply a strategic approach to workplace learning to align with an organization¿s strategy that will meet the needs of individual contributors, managers, and senior leaders in the organization. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5065
Core Employment Law in the Successful Workplace
4 quarter credits
Learners gain an understanding of the application of U.S. law and legislation to human resource management theory and practice in the modern workplace. Learners evaluate historical perspectives on law and labor relations and the impact of context on practice. Learners identify the value of aligning organizational mission, legal compliance, and ethical practices. Learners also assess methods by which the HRM professional can resolve conflict and defuse or mitigate potentially litigious situations while enhancing productivity. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5055
Core Comprehensive Reward Systems
4 quarter credits
In this course, learners examine compensation models and their application in organizations, which includes both direct and indirect rewards. Learners also discuss compensation strategies and their link to designing an effective organization. Learners further explore how compensation structures are developed and applied as well as the different strategic roles of rewards in developing an effective workforce. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5090
Core Retaining and Engaging Employees for the Modern Workforce
4 quarter credits
In this course, learners apply models of employee motivation, thriving, and engagement in the workplace to create the employee experience. Learners also analyze the ways in which culture, employee and leader behavior impact strategic retention. Finally, learners assess the influence of technology and evidence-based practices on employee lifecycle, engagement, and positive employee and organizational outcomes. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002 or HRM-FPX5310.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5401
Specialization Course The Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Environment of Health Care
4 quarter credits
Learners in this course study the legal, ethical, and regulatory environment of health care and the impact on human resource management. Learners examine health care delivery systems, revenue sources, laws, regulations, ethics, and compliance requirements, including ways to support and mitigate risk in the complex health care environment. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002, HRM-FPX5065.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5080
Core Evidence-Based Decision Making for HR Professionals
4 quarter credits
In this course, learners apply evidence-based models of decision making to advocate and support HR strategies and practices. Learners use qualitative and quantitative data in HR decision making to influence organizational stakeholders and incorporate storytelling to provide compelling advocacy for HR programs, practices, and projects. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5402
Specialization Course Planning, Sourcing, and Developing Talent in Healthcare Organizations
4 quarter credits
Learners examine talent acquisition, employee development, and workforce planning in healthcare organizations. Learners analyze, develop, and apply models and approaches for the unique needs of healthcare talent management. Prerequisite: HRM-FPX5060, HRM- FPX5401 or MHA-FPX5014.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5403
Specialization Course Transforming the Employee Experience in Health Care
4 quarter credits
Learners analyze human resource (HR) practices to retain and engage the health care workforce. Learners investigate HR's role in organizational transformation and supporting positive patient outcomes by creating a culture of quality, high performing, and engaged employees. Learners also strengthen their understanding on how HR supports employee health and wellness. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002, HRM-FPX5090, HRM-FPX5401.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5960
Capstone HRM Capstone: Improving and Transforming HR Practice
5 quarter credits
This is an integrative course for learners in the MS in Human Resource Management degree program. Learners synthesize and integrate the knowledge, competencies, and skills acquired throughout the program by developing and implementing a final project that demonstrates critical thinking, creativity, and practical application of program content. Learners apply models and best practices in human resource management to achieve desired project outcomes. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all required coursework. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning.
5 quarter credits
What can I expect in the courseroom?
With FlexPath, you set your deadlines within the first 12 days of each course. Take one or two courses at a time and complete them on your schedule. While these deadlines can be adjusted at any time after you set them, you’ll be required to engage in a course activity at least once every 28 days and finish each course within 12 weeks. You’ll use the same quick and seamless process for submitting assessments for every course. A scoring guide explains what you’ll be evaluated on, and a competency map shows your progress.
How will I be graded?
Each course in FlexPath is based on a set of competencies, which are further broken down into criteria. A criterion is a specific step in demonstrating a competency. You’ll have a scoring guide that explains competencies and each criterion. As you complete assessments, your score on each criterion is evaluated against this scoring guide. Each time you receive an evaluation on a criterion, your competency map will update to reflect your progress. To pass a course, you must meet the minimum level requirement set by your program for every competency in the course.
Total
At least 22.5 program points
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements
Specialization course requirements
Complete at least 6 program credits from the specialization courses shown below.
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HRM-FPX5401
Specialization Course The Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Environment of Health Care
4 quarter credits
Learners in this course study the legal, ethical, and regulatory environment of health care and the impact on human resource management. Learners examine health care delivery systems, revenue sources, laws, regulations, ethics, and compliance requirements, including ways to support and mitigate risk in the complex health care environment. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002, HRM-FPX5065.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5402
Specialization Course Planning, Sourcing, and Developing Talent in Healthcare Organizations
4 quarter credits
Learners examine talent acquisition, employee development, and workforce planning in healthcare organizations. Learners analyze, develop, and apply models and approaches for the unique needs of healthcare talent management. Prerequisite: HRM-FPX5060, HRM- FPX5401 or MHA-FPX5014.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5403
Specialization Course Transforming the Employee Experience in Health Care
4 quarter credits
Learners analyze human resource (HR) practices to retain and engage the health care workforce. Learners investigate HR's role in organizational transformation and supporting positive patient outcomes by creating a culture of quality, high performing, and engaged employees. Learners also strengthen their understanding on how HR supports employee health and wellness. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002, HRM-FPX5090, HRM-FPX5401.
4 quarter credits
Total
At least 22.5 program points
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements
Capstone course requirements
The capstone course is a requirement for your final quarter and is a total of 2.5 program points.
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HRM-FPX5960
Capstone HRM Capstone: Improving and Transforming HR Practice
5 quarter credits
This is an integrative course for learners in the MS in Human Resource Management degree program. Learners synthesize and integrate the knowledge, competencies, and skills acquired throughout the program by developing and implementing a final project that demonstrates critical thinking, creativity, and practical application of program content. Learners apply models and best practices in human resource management to achieve desired project outcomes. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all required coursework. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning.
5 quarter credits
Total
At least 22.5 program points
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements
Core course requirements
Choose 22.5 program points with a minimum of 2 program points from each category. Choose from the courses shown below.
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HRM-FPX5002
Core Survey of Human Resource Management in Practice
4 quarter credits
This course is a survey of contemporary perspectives in the field of human resource management. Learners apply competencies developed by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in order to support people, the workplace, and an organization. Learners integrate legal and ethical standards into human resource policies and practices. Learners also address the role of the HR practitioner in the alignment of operational and strategic approaches. Must be taken during the first quarter by learners who have been admitted to the MS in Human Resource Management degree program, FlexPath option. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5060
Core Sourcing and Managing Talent in the Workplace
4 quarter credits
Learners in this course examine contemporary perspectives in recruiting, talent mobility, workforce planning, and performance management. Learners select and develop approaches which support employee mobility and performance to advance organizational goals. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in HRM-FPX5002 or completion of HRM-FPX5310.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5070
Core Workplace Learning Strategies for the HR Professional
4 quarter credits
Learners gain an understanding of the role of the HR professional in applying theories and models of learning, learning styles, and ways to design and manage the learning process and programs to develop talent. Learners apply a strategic approach to workplace learning to align with an organization¿s strategy that will meet the needs of individual contributors, managers, and senior leaders in the organization. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5065
Core Employment Law in the Successful Workplace
4 quarter credits
Learners gain an understanding of the application of U.S. law and legislation to human resource management theory and practice in the modern workplace. Learners evaluate historical perspectives on law and labor relations and the impact of context on practice. Learners identify the value of aligning organizational mission, legal compliance, and ethical practices. Learners also assess methods by which the HRM professional can resolve conflict and defuse or mitigate potentially litigious situations while enhancing productivity. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5055
Core Comprehensive Reward Systems
4 quarter credits
In this course, learners examine compensation models and their application in organizations, which includes both direct and indirect rewards. Learners also discuss compensation strategies and their link to designing an effective organization. Learners further explore how compensation structures are developed and applied as well as the different strategic roles of rewards in developing an effective workforce. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5090
Core Retaining and Engaging Employees for the Modern Workforce
4 quarter credits
In this course, learners apply models of employee motivation, thriving, and engagement in the workplace to create the employee experience. Learners also analyze the ways in which culture, employee and leader behavior impact strategic retention. Finally, learners assess the influence of technology and evidence-based practices on employee lifecycle, engagement, and positive employee and organizational outcomes. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002 or HRM-FPX5310.
4 quarter credits
HRM-FPX5080
Core Evidence-Based Decision Making for HR Professionals
4 quarter credits
In this course, learners apply evidence-based models of decision making to advocate and support HR strategies and practices. Learners use qualitative and quantitative data in HR decision making to influence organizational stakeholders and incorporate storytelling to provide compelling advocacy for HR programs, practices, and projects. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002.
4 quarter credits
Total
At least 22.5 program points
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements
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