Pathways to HR Executive


Accelerating the Next Generation of HR Leaders

Pave your Pathway to HR Executive

This 4-month program is curated with the knowledge, skills, and connections needed to advance your career towards HR executive. With synchronous online instruction and one optional weekend spent on campus, join us for empowering courses taught by esteemed UCLA Law Faculty.

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Pathways Program Highlights

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Program Details

  • Program Schedule

    Orientation/Mixer:  March 2027 from 6p-8p PST

    Course #1: Introduction to Employment Law: March-April, 2027 (1-2x per week online from 6p-8p PST)

    Course #2: Employment Discrimination: April-May, 2027 (1-2x per week online from 6p-8p PST)

    Course #3: Wage & Hour Laws: May-June, 2027 (1-2x per week online from 6p-8p PST)

    Course #4: Advanced Topics in HR Leadership: June-July, 2027 (1-2x per week online from 6p-8p PST)


    Optional Add-On: Negotiation Workshop (On Campus): March 2027 (2 days, 8a-5p PT)

    • Highly recommended - Early deadline registrants receive the course for free!
  • Program Testimonials

    Kristine Marie Fisher

    Kristine Marie Fisher
    Academic & Faculty Affairs Manager, UCLA Medical School
    "Completing the program was a pivotal step in my professional journey. It deepened my legal knowledge, sharpened my strategic thinking, and positioned me for the next level of leadership in HR."


    Florence Gilliam

    Florence Gilliam
    Director of Human Resources, McKay Productions
    "For Human Resources professionals, this program is a wonderful career development resource to leverage your expertise and your ability to advance your career."


    Kazu

    Norikazu (Kazu) Yamaguchi
    HR Consultant
    "The program exceeded my expectations. I gained both foundational knowledge and practical perspectives."


    Mel

    Mel Bonilla
    Program Manager, UCLA Health
    "The program offered practical tools in negotiation and compliance that are directly applicable to managing teams and leading with confidence."

  • Program Contributors

    Russell Korobkin

    Russell Korobkin, J.D.
    Vice Dean for Graduate and Professional Education
    Richard C. Maxwell Distinguished Professor of Law


    Andrew J. Hoag

    Andrew J. Hoag, J.D., M.P.A.
    Lecturer in Law
    Partner at Fisher & Phillips, LLP


    Joseph Fishkin

    Joseph Fishkin, D. Phil., J.D.
    Professor of Law
    Expert in Employment, Election, and Constitutional Law


    Ireneo A. Reus III

    Ireneo A. Reus III, J.D.
    Lecturer in Law
    Managing Attorney, Reus Law Firm

  • Special Events

    Special Lectures cover topics such as:

    • Strategic Leadership
    • Organizational Management
    • Operating as an Impactful Advisor to the C-Suite
    • Hiring and Retention Practices
    • Effective HR Collaboration with Legal Counsel
    • HR Technology, Artificial Intelligence, and People Analytics
    • Mentorship Events
    • Career Advising & Networking Events
  • Cost & Payment Plans

    2027 Pathways to HR Executive Program Costs

    Early Registration Deadline: Monday, February 1st, 2027

    • Government, University, Non-Profit Rate: $4,000 $5,000
    • Standard Rate: $5,000 $5,500
    • Optional Negotiation Theory Workshop is Free! $2,000

    Payment Plans available

    UCLA Employees:  Recharge payments from your department are permissible.

    *Note: All payments are non-refundable.

     

    Professional Development Sponsorship
    If your employer provides professional development opportunities and funding, we highly recommend asking them to subsidize the cost of the course. This program is an excellent professional development and networking opportunity, and your employer may be willing to cover some, or all, of the costs. To request reimbursement or sponsorship from your employer, you can sign and download a copy of this template letter via DocuSign for your purposes.

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