Human Resource Management Degree Program

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Human Resource Management Overview

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With a human resource management bachelor’s degree, you will develop the confidence and determination to become a key factor in administering your organization’s staff. This online program provides you with a comprehensive understanding of the intricacies of the human resources field. Our transfer-friendly, online degree programs provide you with the flexibility to continue your career while working toward your degree. Plus, you’ll graduate with a strong foundation in liberal arts.

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College could be the perfect fit for you to become the human resource management expert you have always wanted to be. This program’s curriculum is fully aligned with the Society for Human Resources Management’s HR curriculum guidebook and templates. We are among only a handful of programs in Indiana that acquired this honor. This means as a graduate of this program, you will be eligible to apply for the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) exam, a great way to start your HR career! In your time in this program, you will learn about such topics as organizational behavior, contemporary issues, culture and diversity, business law and communication. Interested in earning your human resource management bachelor’s and a master’s degree in 4 years? Learn more about our 3+1 Leadership Development Program.

Our faculty work hard to make online degrees personalized, as well as ensuring technology efficiency to eliminate barriers while educating students. With multiple online start dates in January, March, August and October, you can start your degree whenever you’re ready.

Human Resource Management Major Curriculum – College Catalog

Human Resource Management Minor Curriculum – College Catalog

FAQs

What is human resource management?
Human resource management is the practice of recruiting, hiring and managing an organization’s employees. It involves creating personnel policies and procedures, ensuring employee safety and managing all aspects of the hiring and onboarding processes. Human resource management is all about helping the employees of an organization, so professionals may also facilitate training, help with compensation and benefit processes.

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College is one of the best colleges for human resource management because we overlay a values-based curriculum with a strong foundation in leadership, so you aren’t just learning about human resource management; you’re learning to be a leader in the field and will have a solid foundation in business and management principles.

What are the benefits of earning an online degree in human resource management?
Are you interested in the principles, methods and technologies that are used to improve organizational productivity? Or maybe you are interested in honing in employee management, people skills and leadership. If this is you, then getting an online human resource management degree from SMWC is the right way to go. After completing this program, you will be able to demonstrate to potential employers that you have specialized knowledge of these topics and this field. To see the full list of states that this program is offered in click here.

What kind of flexibility does an online program provide?
Our online programs provide plenty of flexibility for those individuals who want to go back to school, but not uproot their whole life. According to a study by Education Dynamics, 80% of online college students are employed. Our transfer-friendly approach will ensure that you can finish your degree, and our 8-week format allows you to set your own pace and study based on your schedule.

What can you do with a degree in human resource management?
At SMWC, you will be prepared for a variety of human resources jobs by learning how to:

• Analyze the needs of an organization and develop creative solutions
• Evaluate the work environment to increase effectiveness and add value
• Understanding situations of training, safety and wellness of an organization’s employees
• Enact comprehensive strategies for employee management

With our general business core, you will develop your ability to manage a broad variety of corporate challenges while specific HRM coursework shows you how to think conceptually about the dynamic world of management.

Managers agree that an HR Department can enhance morale and productivity and decrease job turnover by providing training and development to improve skills and increase employee satisfaction. With experience, graduates can expect a rich career beyond a human resource generalist. These include, but are not limited to:

• Director of Human Resources
• Job Analyst
• Compensation Manager

What is the average annual salary of someone with a human resource management degree?
As you look at starting salaries, keep in mind that the cost of living and opportunities to move with a career or industry sector should also factor into your decision. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for human resources managers is $130,000.

What support and resources are provided at SMWC?
The Learning Resource Center (LRC) provides exceptional, personalized learning resource services to encourage student success. The LRC offers help with a range of academic support services, including a writing center, tutoring, college success courses and more.

Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College is routinely ranked by U.S. News and World Report among the Best Regional Universities in the Midwest and the Best Value Schools. Our departments are also routinely ranked for their individual degree programs.
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