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Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business

Human Resource Management Specialization

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As an HR professional you may be involved in any number of critical organizational functions such as hiring, training, developing policies and procedures, and designing creative strategies to improve organizational effectiveness. This online program provides a solid foundation in human resource management, and positions you for leadership opportunities in your organization.

You may be closer than you think. Our petition process helps you document prior learning. Based on a faculty evaluation of your petition, you may earn credit for competencies developed through prior education or work experience. Learn more about earning credit for prior learning

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  • COST PER CREDIT: $300
  • (pricing is subject to periodic adjustment)
  • TOTAL QUARTER CREDITS: 180
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General Education Courses:

  • To complete your bachelor's degree, you will need 45 quarter credits in general education subject areas with a minimum of 6 quarter credits from each category. We offer general education courses in communication, humanities, natural science and mathematics, and social science.
Core Courses:
  • BUS3004 - Developing a Business Perspective - 6 credits
  • BUS3010 - Fundamentals of Management and Leadership - 6 credits
  • BUS3020 - Fundamentals of E-Business - 6 credits
  • BUS3030 - Fundamentals of Marketing and Sales - 6 credits
  • BUS3040 - Fundamentals of Human Resource Management - 6 credits
  • BUS3050 - Fundamentals of Organizational Communication - 6 credits
  • BUS3060 - Fundamentals of Finance and Accounting - 6 credits

Specialization Courses:

  • BUS4043 - Compensation and Benefits Management - 6 credits
  • BUS4044 - Legal Issues in Human Resource Management - 6 credits
  • BUS4045 - Recruitment, Retention and Development - 6 credits
  • BUS4046 - Employee and Labor Relations - 6 credits
  • BUS4047 - Employee Training and Development - 6 credits
  • BUS4048 - International HR Management Issues - 6 credits
  • BUS4801 - Ethics and Enterprise - 6 credits
  • BUS4802 - Change Management - 6 credits

Elective Courses:

Choose 39 credits of additional undergraduate courses.

Capstone Course:

The following course should be taken during the learner's final quarter.

  • BUS4993 - Business Capstone Project - 6 credits

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