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online bachelor's degree of management of human resources
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$339 per credit hour.
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127 total credit hours.
prepare for your SHRM certification.
This human resource management degree is based on the knowledge needed to earn a SHRM-Certified Professional (CP)/SHRM-Senior Certified Professional) credential. Integrating hands-on learning with theory, this HR management degree prepares you to plan human resources and staffing; train and develop employees; manage compensation and benefits; understand employment law and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) compliance; and facilitate labor–management relations.
In your final term, you can choose either Emphasis 1—the Capstone course—or Emphasis 2—a modified Capstone course along with a SHRM CP/SCP preparation course for this important certification exam.
A human resources degree that is more manageable for students with busy schedules.
As an accelerated cohort program, this HR management degree allows you to simplify your study experience with a course load that’s more manageable for busy students. You’ll register for classes once at the beginning of the program and take one course at a time with the same group of peers online—having more collaborative experiences and graduating with a stronger network to start your career. Transfer your entire associate degree or 60 credits from a previous institution to be eligible for the human resources management major.
Use your HR people skills effectively in any organizational setting.
Apply what you already know about people management in your own professional context to an online human resources degree that sets you up for success in any human resources or human capital-based career – no standardized testing required. No matter what opportunities you pursue, you’ll have the confidence to manage employees in any industry and the skills to create an environment where they can thrive.
what you'll learn.
In this program, you’ll learn to apply HR laws and best practices, develop effective job structures, and build the business and career skills to succeed in human resources.
upon graduation, students will be able to:
- Apply legal regulations, legislation and best practices (based on the common body of knowledge in the HR field) to Human Resource activities.
- Assess appropriate approaches to job analysis.
- Construct legally defensible job descriptions.
- Analyze personal and professional career needs.
- Apply core business concepts as identified by the accrediting body.
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Management of Human Resources degree courses
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Requirements (36 credit hours)
This course prepares students for success in their academic and professional careers. The foundations of professional success are established through practical experience with the introduction and use of MS Office resources, Bellevue University Library resources and self-assessments.
This course provides an overview of critical concepts and issues related to the various functional areas of Human Resource Management. Additional topics addressed in this course include, but are not limited to: a) introduction to career management; b) introduction to Human Resource evaluation and metrics.
This course provides an overview of employment related laws and concepts. Concepts addressed include, but are not limited to: (a) application of laws and concepts to Human Resource functions, scenarios and related activities, (b) influence of the legal/economic conditions, (c) policy development, and (d) enforcement.
This course addresses critical issues in the selection and placement of human resources. Concepts addressed include, but are not limited to: (a) legal and regulatory factors affecting selection and placement of human resources, (b) recruiting practices, selection practices, (c) job analysis and related processes, (d) impact of various economic conditions on recruitment efforts, e) valuation. Current topics will also be addressed, such as the changing nature of recruiting practices. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program..
This course looks at training and development as avenues to strategic competitive advantage. Concepts addressed include, but are not limited to: (a) legal and regulatory factors affecting training, (b) training needs analysis, (c) budgets, and (d) evaluation of training and development programs. Current topics will also be addressed, such as the growing utilization of various types of e-training programs and economic considerations. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.
This course addresses critical concepts involved with employee and labor relations. Concepts addressed include, but are not limited to: (a) legal and regulatory factors affecting employee rights, discipline, and performance management, (b) legal and regulatory factors affecting labor relations, unfair labor practices, and collective bargaining practices. Current topics will also be addressed, such as the economy and political climates in relation to unionization and overall workforce management. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.
This course addresses critical concepts involved with development and administration of compensation. Concepts addressed include, but are not limited to: a) legal and regulatory factors affecting compensation plans strategies, b) types, characteristics, and advantages of compensation strategies, c) the strategic nature of compensation strategies, and d) performance management. Current topics will also be addressed, such as executive compensation, pay for performance and overall compensation practices relative to the changing nature of the economy. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.
This course addresses critical concepts involved with development and administration of benefits. Concepts addressed include, but are not limited to: a) strategic nature of benefits, b) mandated vs. voluntary benefits, c) controlling benefit costs. Current topics will also be addressed, such as new healthcare legislation and strategies for managing benefit costs. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.
This course focuses on the practical application of various aspects of business operations from a Human Resource perspective. Concepts address, but are not limited to: (a) Human Resource metrics/evaluation, (b) data driven decision making, (c) Human Resource “Scorecards” and (d) strategic business decisions and partnerships. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.
This course is designed to incorporate all aspects of Human Resource Management into a comprehensive project. In addition, students will conduct in-depth research of the Human Resource field as well as prepare material designed to aid them in their careers. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.
Choose between Track 1 and Track 2 for your final course(s).
This course is designed to incorporate all aspects of Human Resource Management into a comprehensive project. In addition, students will conduct in-depth research of the Human Resource field as well as prepare material designed to aid them in their careers. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program.
MHRC 470 and 475 must be taken concurrently.
This course is designed to prepare students for the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) Certified Professional (CP) or Senior Certified Professional (SCP) certification exam. Students will have access to live/recorded instructor-led video sessions addressing the totality of the SHRM-Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge (BASK) covered in the exam and related assignments to prepare students for the SHRM certification exam. *Please note – students will have to register, pay for, schedule, and take the SHRM CP/SCP exam, which is external to this course. This is a preparation course only.
This course is designed to incorporate all aspects of Human Resource Management into a comprehensive project. Prerequisite: Acceptance into a College of Business accelerated degree completion program and can only be taken in conjunction with MHRC 470.
Kirkpatrick Signature Series Requirements (9 credit hours)
In addition to the Major Requirements, all Bellevue University students must complete the Kirkpatrick Signature Series.
This course focuses on the political and philosophical traditions of the American republic, especially as embedded in the ideals, values, traditions, founding documents, and institutions of the United States , and considers how these traditions relate to individual citizenship and global society. Prerequisite: 60 Credit Hours
This course focuses on the creative tensions that exist between the forces of tradition and change as the country undergoes social, cultural, and political change. It considers the manner in which change can renew the vitality of a republic. Prerequisite: 60 Credit Hours
This course examines civic engagement in relation to individual freedoms and responsibilities. It fosters engaged citizens, empowered to effect positive change. Prerequisite: 60 Credit Hours
Integrative General Education Credits
Major Requirements Credits
Elective Credits
= 127 total credits*
General Education Courses
Take general education courses that do more than fill a requirement. At Bellevue University, these courses build foundational skills that apply to any career—critical thinking, qualitative reasoning, and ethical leadership. And, you can take courses individually or in course clusters, which connect three courses around one theme, building skills as you go.
About general education requirements >Elective Courses
Our broad selection of electives allows you to select courses related to your major or expand your perspective in other areas of interest.
University Accreditation
Bellevue University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission ( hlcommission.org ), a regional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Whether a college, university, or program is accredited is important to students receiving financial aid, employers who provide tuition assistance, donors, and the federal government.
This program is considered a non-licensure degree/certificate program and is not intended for those seeking licensure or the practice of licensed profession. This program may be relevant to multiple occupations that do not require licensure and was not designed to meet educational requirements for any specific professional license or certification.
*Consult with an admissions counselor to determine your eligible credits, as well as to verify minimum graduation requirements for this degree. Transfer credits must be from a regionally accredited college or university. Bellevue University makes no promises to prospective students regarding the acceptance of credit awarded by examination, credit for prior learning, or credit for transfer until an evaluation has been conducted.
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