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Bachelor’s Degree Specialization in Human Resource Management

If Working with People is Your Passion, Make it Your Priority with a Human Resource Management Degree

Further your knowledge of the human resource industry by earning your Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Human Resource Management here at DeVry. Acknowledged by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) for its alignment with its HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates, our program will help you build upon your experiences to show employers your passion for working with people. You can work toward your degree in an online or hybrid format.1

Get to Know Our Human Resource Management Specialization

Our Human Resource Management Degree Specialization will help you create a strong foundation in business and management with an emphasis on talent management. You’ll get the opportunity to build your HR management skills as you learn from our knowledgeable faculty. Our Human Resource Management Degree Specialization can help you learn how to design pay structures, develop employee policies, communicate employee benefits, select payroll systems and work with executive teams to develop hiring and employment goals.

Our Human Resource Management Specialization can be earned as a part of the following bachelor's degree programs in business:

  • Bachelor’s in Business Administration

  • Bachelor’s in Management

  • Bachelor’s in Technical Management

Classes Start Every 8 Weeks

Take the next step toward your future in Human Resource Management. Connect with your dedicated Admissions Representative to find out more.  

Jose S.
Jose S.
Student — Bachelor's in Technical Management, Human Resource Management Specialization, 2021
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My confidence level increased when I earned my degree in Tech Management with an HR specialization. DeVry helped me strengthen my two core values I stand strong with: consistency and discipline.
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Knowledge & Skills

What You'll Learn

The Human Resource Management Degree Specialization covers the following:

  • Administration and Management
    Understand the fundamental management theories that drive organizations and programs forward. Develop skills in leadership, planning, project management and resource management.
  • Employment Law
    Study federal and state laws as they affect the human resource function, including equal employment opportunity, employment agreements, wage and overtime payment, and other regulatory issues.
  • Human Resource Information Systems
    Explore the technology options available for managing the human resource function.
  • Strategic Staffing
    Recruit, select, train and retain employees to achieve organizational goals.
  • Training and Development
    Improve individual and corporate effectiveness through training needs analyses, implementation planning and outcomes assessment.
  • Compensation and Benefits
    Use pay systems and benefit plans to achieve corporate goals. Learn about compensation design, analysis and evaluation relative to legally required and voluntary benefit options.
  • Conflict Resolution
    Handle complaints, settle disputes, resolve grievances and reach mutually acceptable compromises with others.
  • Compliance Evaluation
    Use relevant information and individual judgment to determine that events or processes comply with laws, regulations or standards.
Accreditation and Recognition Matter

DeVry’s Bachelor’s Degree Specialization in Human Resource Management

Fully aligns with the Society for Human Resource Management's (SHRM) HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates. www.shrm.org.

SHRM
SHRM

Accredited2 by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) www.acbsp.org

Accreditation
Accreditation
Career

Career Opportunities in Human Resource Management

Graduates of our Human Resource Management Degree Specialization may consider careers such as:
  • Administrative Services Manager

  • Employee Benefits Specialist

  • Employee Relations Manager

  • Human Resource Generalist

  • Human Resource Information Systems Specialist

  • Management Analyst Consultant

  • Training and Development Manager

Program Courses

Option 1: Business Administration

Program-Specific Courses
Human Resource Management
HRM320
Employment Law
HRM330
Labor Relations
HRM340
Human Resource Information Systems
HRM410
Strategic Staffing
HRM420
Training and Development
HRM430
Compensation and Benefits
MGMT410
Human Resource Management
Core Degree Courses
Business Core3
BIS155
Data Analysis With Spreadsheets with Lab
BUSN115
Introduction to Business and Technology
BUSN319
Marketing
COMP100
Computer Applications for Business with lab
MGMT303
Principles of Management


+ Choose one below:4

ACCT207
Fundamentals of Accounting
ACCT212
Financial Accounting

3Students enrolled at a New Jersey location must also take the following to fulfill this requirement: BUSN369; BUSN412; GSCM206.

4Students selecting the Accounting or Finance concentration must take ACCT212.

Finance and Management
ACCT360
Managerial Accounting
BIAM110
Introduction to Business Analytics
BUSN379
Finance
ECON312
Principles of Economics


+ Choose one below:5

MGMT404
Project Management
PROJ404
Project Management for the Profession

5Students selecting the Project Management concentration must take PROJ404. 

Senior Project
BUSN460
Senior Project
Electives6


+ Choose two below:

BUSN350
Business Analysis
CEIS110
Introduction to Programming
BUSN379
Leadership and Facilitating Change
LEAD200
Communication for a Diverse Workplace
MGMT408
Management of Technology Resources


+ Choose one below:

BUSN278
Budgeting and Forecasting
LEAD335
Cross-Cultural Leadership
SEC310
Principles and Theory of Security Management

6Students selecting the Accounting concentration who are interested in sitting for the CPA exam in Texas completing ACCT434, ACCT404 and MGMT330 as elective course options. Successful completion of topics presented in these courses is required to sit for the CPA exam in Texas. Additional requirements also apply to students wishing to sit for the CPA exam; students should check with the Texas Board of Public Accountancy for details.

General Degree Courses
Communication Skills
ENGL1127
Composition
ENGL135
Advanced Composition
ENGL216
Technical Writing


+ Choose one below:

SPCH275
Public Speaking
SPCH276
Intercultural Communication

7Students enrolled at a New Jersey location take ENGL108 in lieu of this course.

Humanities
LAS432
Technology, Society and Culture


+ Choose one below:

ETHC334
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
ETHC445
Principles of Ethics


+ Choose one below:

HUMN303
Introduction to the Humanities
HUMN304
Multi-Ethnic Humanities
Social Sciences
LAWS3108
The Legal Environment
SOCS185
Culture and Society


+ Choose one below:

SOCS325
Environmental Sociology
SOCS350
Cultural Diversity in the Professions

8Students enrolled at a Nevada location must take POLI332 in lieu of this requirement.

Mathematics and Natural Sciences
MATH114
Algebra for College Students
SCI2286
Nutrition, Health and Wellness with Lab


+ Choose one below:9

MATH200
Quantitative Reasoning
MATH221
Statistics For Decision-Making

9Students selecting the Business Intelligence and Analytics Management major/concentration must take MATH221.

Personal and Professional Development
CARD405
Career Development
COLL148
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
Program Courses

Option 2: Management

Program-Specific Courses
Human Resource Management
BUSN412
Business Policy
HRM320
Employment Law
HRM330
Labor Relations
HRM340
Human Resource Information Systems
HRM410
Strategic Staffing
HRM420
Training and Development
HRM430
Compensation and Benefits
Core Degree Courses
Business Core
BIS155
Data Analysis With Spreadsheets with Lab
BUSN115
Introduction to Business and Technology
BUSN319
Marketing
COMP100
Computer Applications for Business with Lab
MGMT303
Principles of Management


+ Choose one below:4

ACCT207
Fundamentals of Accounting
ACCT212
Financial Accounting

4Students selecting the Accounting or Finance concentration must take ACCT212.

Management and Leadership
BIAM110
Introduction to Business Analytics
BUSN278
Budgeting and Forecasting
BUSN369
International Business
LEAD335
Cross-Cultural Leadership
MGMT410
Human Resource Management


+ Choose one below:5

MGMT404
Project Management
PROJ404
Project Management for the Profession

5Students selecting the Project Management concentration must take PROJ404.

Senior Project
BUSN460
Senior Project
Analytics6
ACCT346
Managerial Accounting
BIAM300
Managerial Applications of Business Analytics
BUSN379
Finance

6Students selecting the Accounting concentration who are interested in sitting for the CPA exam in Texas completing ACCT434, ACCT404 and MGMT330 as elective course options. Successful completion of topics presented in these courses is required to sit for the CPA exam in Texas. Additional requirements also apply to students wishing to sit for the CPA exam; students should check with the Texas Board of Public Accountancy for details.

General Degree Courses
Communication Skills
ENGL112
Composition
ENGL135
Advanced Composition
Humanities
LAS432
Technology, Society and Culture


+ Choose one below:

ETHC334
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
ETHC445
Principles of Ethics
Social Sciences
ECON312
Principles of Economics
SOCS1858
Culture and Society

8Students enrolled at a Nevada location must take POLI332 in lieu of this requirement.

Mathematics and Natural Sciences
MATH114
Algebra for College Students
SCI22810
Nutrition, Health and Wellness with Lab


+ Choose one below:

MATH200
Quantitative Reasoning
MATH221
Statistics For Decision-Making

10Ohio residents enrolled as online students, and students enrolled at an Ohio location, must take an additional natural sciences course from those with designators BIOS, PHYS or SCI as part of this requirement.

Additional General Education Selection


+ Choose one below:

SPCH275
Public Speaking
SPCH276
Intercultural Communication
Personal and Professional Development
CARD405
Career Development
COLL148
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving
Program Courses

Option 3: Technical Management

Human Resource Management
HRM320
Employment Law
HRM330
Labor Relations
HRM340
Human Resource Information System
HRM410
Strategic Staffing
HRM420
Training and Development
HRM430
Compensation and Benefits
MGMT410
Human Resource Management
Core Degree Courses
Business Core
BIS155
Data Analysis With Spreadsheets with Lab
BUSN115
Introduction to Business and Technology
BUSN319
Marketing
COMP100
Computer Applications for Business with Lab
MGMT303
Principles of Management


+ Choose one below:4

ACCT207
Fundamentals of Accounting
ACCT212
Financial Accounting

4Students selecting the Accounting or Finance concentration must take ACCT212.

Management and Technology


+ Choose one below:

BIS245
Database Essentials for Business with Lab
SEC310
Principles and Theory of Security Management


+ Choose one below:5

MGMT404
Project Management
PROJ404
Project Management for the Profession

5Students selecting the Project Management concentration must take PROJ404.

Senior Project
BUSN460
Senior Project
Electives6,11


+ Choose two below:

ACCT360
Managerial Accounting
BIAM110
Introduction to Business Analytics
BUSN379
Finance
LEAD150
Leadership and Facilitating Change
LEAD200
Communication for a Diverse Workplace
MGMT408
Management of Technology Resources


+ Choose five below:

BUSN278
Budgeting and Forecasting
BUSN369
International Business
BUSN412
Business Policy
GSCM206
Managing Across the Supply Chain
LEAD335
Cross-Cultural Leadership
MGMT410
Human Resource Management

6Students selecting the Accounting concentration who are interested in sitting for the CPA exam in Texas completing ACCT434, ACCT404 and MGMT330 as elective course options. Successful completion of topics presented in these courses is required to sit for the CPA exam in Texas. Additional requirements also apply to students wishing to sit for the CPA exam; students should check with the Texas Board of Public Accountancy for details.

11Students enrolled at a New Jersey location must take 55 semester-credit hours of general education coursework. Fifteen semester-credit hours of general education coursework may be applied to the Electives course area.

General Degree Courses
Communication Skills
ENGL1127
Composition
ENGL135
Advanced Composition

7Students enrolled at a New Jersey location take ENGL108 in lieu of this course.

Humanities
LAS432
Technology, Society and Culture


+ Choose one below:

ETHC334
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace
ETHC445
Principles of Ethics
Social Sciences
ECON312
Principles of Economics
SOCS1858
Culture and Society

8Students enrolled at a Nevada location must take POLI332 in lieu of this requirement.

Mathematics and Natural Sciences
MATH114
Algebra for College Students
SCI22812
Nutrition, Health and Wellness With Lab


+ Choose one below:4

MATH200
Quantitative Reasoning
MATH221
Statistics for Decision-Making

12Students enrolled at a New Jersey location must take PHYS204 to fulfill this requirement.

4Students selecting the Accounting or Finance concentration must take ACCT212.

Additional General Education Selection


+ Choose one below:

SPCH275
Public Speaking
SPCH276
Intercultural Communication
Personal and Professional Development
CARD405
Career Development
COLL148
Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving

Human Resource Management Degree FAQs

What is human resource management?

Human resource management (HRM) refers to the management of people and resources that make up an organization. The process of managing an organization’s employees may involve providing health insurance options and employee assistance programs, as well as working on labor relations issues, workplace safety, hiring, recruiting and other areas.

What do human resource professionals do?

Within the boundaries of an organization’s human resources department, HR professionals may be engaged in a broad variety of responsibilities dedicated to strengthening the workforce, promoting a positive and safe workplace environment and improving employee performance, morale and engagement. These professionals regularly perform tasks associated with HR planning, recruiting and hiring employees, administering compensation and benefits plans, ensuring compliance with labor laws and handling labor disputes. HR professionals may also be involved in succession planning, employee learning and development or measuring employee performance against established company benchmarks.

What skills could I learn while earning a Human Resource Management Degree?

Pursuing a degree in HRM will help you acquire essential tactical and leadership skills that human resource professionals use on a daily basis. These include management theory, employment law, the various technologies associated with HR information systems, implementation, planning and measuring the outcomes of employee learning and development initiatives, skills associated with conflict resolution and a range of competencies related to pay systems, compensation and employee benefits.

What can you do with a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management?

Graduates of our Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Human Resource Management may pursue a variety of careers in today’s business world, as an HRM generalist or in specialized areas like recruitment, employee benefits, legal compliance or diversity, equity and inclusion. Careers to be considered include Training and Development Manager, Employee Relations Manager, Employee Benefits Specialist and more.

Can you earn a Human Resource Management Degree online?

Yes, you can. At DeVry, our Bachelor’s Degree with a Specialization in Human Resource Management can be earned 100% online or in a hybrid format that combines online learning with an on-campus experience.13

What graduate programs could I consider after earning my Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management?

If you wish to advance your education in HRM to enhance existing skills, build new ones or prepare to pursue upper-level management positions, you have several options. At DeVry, our graduate degree programs include our Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management and our MBA with a Specialization in Human Resource Management. If you want to earn a graduate-level credential in less time and at a lower cost than a full degree program, we also offer a Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management with qualifying credits that stack into our master’s or MBA programs should you choose to continue your education with us.14

 

What professional HR certifications should I consider earning?

A partial list of industry-recognized credentials you may consider includes the Professional in Human Resources (PHR) by the HR Certification Institute, the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) offered by the Society for Human Resources Management and the Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) offered by the Human Resources Professionals Association. Keep in mind that each certification program has its own set of eligibility criteria and certification requirements.

 

What is the expected job growth for HR professionals?

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects employment of human resources specialists to grow 6% from 2022 to 2032, with about 78,700 openings for these professionals each year, on average, over the decade.15  The BLS attributes this growth to the need for HR specialists to explain increasingly complex employment laws and employee benefit options.

15Growth projected on a national level. Local growth will vary by location. BLS projections are not specific to DeVry University students or graduates and may include earners at all stages of their career and not just entry level.

What are the tuition and admission requirements for a Bachelor’s Degree Specialization in Human Resource Management?

For admission here at DeVry University, specific prior education and educational performance requirements apply to all applicants to our undergraduate programs. Our Admissions Team can answer any questions you may have about the undergraduate admissions process.

At DeVry, your college tuition comes with a package of flexibility, support and personal development resources to fortify your academic journey and career development. And, because your financial situation is unique, our Student Support Advisors can provide a customized plan with a breakdown of all the costs associated with your chosen program and resources like scholarships and grants16 that can help make college more affordable. Visit our tuition and financial aid page to learn more.

Academic Catalog
2023 - 2024 Academic Catalog
Program Overview
Management - Human Resource Management
Technical Management - Human Resource Management
Business Administration - Human Resource Management

1Program, course, and extended classroom availability vary by location. In site-based programs, students will be required to take a substantial amount of coursework online to complete their program.

2Conferral and Assessment Data - Available for all of DeVry and Keller's ACBSP accredited programs. For a full list of DeVry University's business and accounting degree programs accredited by ACBSP, please see the Accreditation page.

3Students enrolled at a New Jersey location must also take the following to fulfill this requirement: BUSN369; BUSN412; GSCM206

4Students selecting the Accounting or Finance concentration must take ACCT212.

5Students selecting the Project Management concentration must take PROJ404. 

6Students selecting the Accounting concentration who are interested in sitting for the CPA exam in Texas completing ACCT434, ACCT404 and MGMT330 as elective course options. Successful completion of topics presented in these courses is required to sit for the CPA exam in Texas. Additional requirements also apply to students wishing to sit for the CPA exam; students should check with the Texas Board of Public Accountancy for details.

7Students enrolled at a New Jersey location take ENGL108 in lieu of this course. 

8Students enrolled at a Nevada location must take POLI332 in lieu of this requirement. 

9Students selecting the Business Intelligence and Analytics Management major/concentration must take MATH221. 

10Ohio residents enrolled as online students, and students enrolled at an Ohio location, must take an additional natural sciences course from those with designators BIOS, PHYS or SCI as part of this requirement.

11
Students enrolled at a New Jersey location must take 55 semester-credit hours of general education coursework. Fifteen semester-credit hours of general education coursework may be applied to the Electives course area.

12Students enrolled at a New Jersey location must take PHYS204 to fulfill this requirement.

13Program, course, and extended classroom availability vary by location. In site-based programs, students will be required to take a substantial amount of coursework online to complete their program.

14At the time of application to the next credential level, an evaluation of qualifying transfer credit will occur and the most beneficial outcome will be applied. Future programmatic changes could impact the application of credits to a future program. Refer to the academic catalog for details.

15Growth projected on a national level. Local growth will vary by location. BLS projections are not specific to DeVry University students or graduates and may include earners at all stages of their career and not just entry level. https://www.bls.gov/ooh/business-and-financial/human-resources-specialists.html

16Students may participate in only one DeVry University-based scholarship, grant or group tuition benefit program at a time. Those who qualify for more than one program will be presumed to accept the program with the highest reduction in by- session cost. Students who qualify for and prefer a different tuition benefit program must confirm, in writing, the alternate program in which they wish to participate prior to starting classes at DeVry. Scholarship and grant terms and eligibility conditions are subject to change. Scholarships are available to those who apply and qualify. Click here for more information.