Minor in

Human Resource Management

Online

Program Overview

The online minor in Human Resource Management will provide you the skills for effective human resource work in any organization. Students learn a range of topics, from employee recruitment, selection and training to compensation and performance management. The curriculum is aligned with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) guidelines and prepares students to pass the SHRM-CP Certification exam as well as the Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) exam.

Online Program Format

15 Credit Hours

$399 Tuition Per Hour

Complement your undergraduate major by developing sought-after skills in human resource management.

This 15-credit-hour minor is flexible and convenient. Contact us or speak with your advisor to learn how this online minor can help you reach your career goals.

Curriculum

The online minor in Human Resource Management requires 15 credit hours. The curriculum prepares students to manage human capital and organizational performance strategically and effectively.

Please note that courses are subject to change.

Required Courses (6 hours)

MGT 301 Intro to HR Management
MGT 437 Strategic HR Management

Elective Courses (9 hours — choose three):

MGT 431 Employee Recruitment/Selection
MGT 432 Employee Relations
MGT 433 Compensation & Performance Management
MGT 434 Training and Development

View more information about this program in the Undergraduate Catalog.

Admission

Before selecting a minor, you must be admitted to a major program (bachelor’s degree). You can pursue the minor of your choice along with your major coursework with approval from your advisor.

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