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Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Human Resource Management: Degree Overview
The Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration program with an emphasis in Human Resource Management at 玩偶姐姐 (WPU) balances theoretical instruction with practical, hands-on experiences as it prepares you for a career as a leader in human resource management.
The BS in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, program blends in-person learning for the core business administration coursework with an accelerated, online format for the human resource emphasis courses. Working adult learners with some college experience who require fully online coursework may consider the online Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, program.
Skill and Learning Outcomes for the BS in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Program
WPU鈥檚 BS in Business Administration program with an emphasis in Human Resource Management teaches key business topics in areas such as accounting, ethical management, and employee law as well as specialized human resource subjects such as performance management, employee training, and workplace compensation.聽
Students in the program sit for one of the applicable HR certification exams 鈥� the certified professional (CP) or senior certified professional (SCP) exam from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) or the associate professional in human resources (aPHR) exam from the HR Certification Institute (HRCI) 鈥� as part of their final capstone project.聽
Upon successful completion of the BS in Business Administration, Human Resource Management program, graduates will be able to demonstrate:
- An understanding of key business concepts and methods of inquiry, and proficiency in the use of quantitative tools used to make informed business decisions
- Fundamental knowledge of the core functions in the human resource field, including staffing, employee benefits, and training and development聽
- An understanding of factors that impact HR decision-making, including HR management principles and how they are applied in the workplace
- Proficiency in basic concepts of professional demeanor, problem-solving leadership, human behavior, communication, administration, and technology to engage ethically and with integrity
- Proficiency in the broad business concepts of strategic and critical thinking, management, legal and regulatory environments, marketing, communication, and technology in business
- Fundamental knowledge and integration of cultural competence of diverse world issues
What Can You Do With a Bachelor鈥檚 in Human Resource Management?
Earning a bachelor鈥檚 in human resource management prepares you for career success as an HR professional. Demand for human resource professionals is strong, with higher-than-average job growth of between 5% and 11% projected for occupations in the field from 2024 to 2034, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).
Graduates of the program are qualified for numerous HR roles such as human resource specialist, human resource manager, administrative services manager, labor relations specialist, compensation and benefits manager, and training and development manager.
Here are the median annual salaries for some specialist and manager roles related to human resources:
| Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialist
$77,020 |
Compensation and Benefits Manager
$140,360 |
| Human Resources Specialist
$72,910 |
Human Resources Manager
$140,030 |
| Training and Development Specialist
$65,850 |
Training and Development Manager
$127,090 |
BS in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Curriculum
The BS in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, curriculum includes six prerequisite course credits, 30 major course credits, and 18 emphasis course credits. Of the 54 total required credits, 22 credits must be completed in residence at WPU, and 28 credits must be in upper-division courses.聽
In order to earn a BS in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, at WPU, you need to do the following:
- Complete all major course requirements and general education core course requirements with grades of at least C- in each course.
- Complete a total of 120 semester credits, including at least 40 upper-division credits (300-level and 400-level courses).
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0.
Check out the four-year traditional and two-year transfer degree plans and the course catalog for more information.
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| 鈥淭hese professors care about their students so much. The encouragement is beyond measure. The love and the structure 鈥� it wasn鈥檛 something I鈥檇 ever felt before.鈥�
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Discover Your Purpose With a Bachelor鈥檚 Degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management
United under the university鈥檚 Christ-centered mission, WPU鈥檚 business programs create space for students of all cultural and professional backgrounds to take a purpose-driven approach to their career advancement.聽
The BS in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, degree program from WPU prepares students with well-rounded skills and knowledge in accounting, marketing, and finance, as well as in organizational, leadership, and management principles relevant to the top needs in today鈥檚 human resource departments.
For questions about this program or its format, contact the admissions team at 800-804-1510, or fill out the form below.
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