Human Resource Management
Division of Arts and Sciences
Learners in this concentration apply the principles of human resource management to support organizational outcomes. Throughout the coursework, learners develop the skills and competence necessary to attract, recruit, engage, develop, and retain employees. Learners also build the fundamental knowledge of compensation, benefits, and the legal framework that guides the employment lifecycle.
Three Required Courses
At least 18 quarter credits
| BUS3040 |
Fundamentals of Human Resource Management
This course is a survey of the human resources management (HRM) field
and its function and role in the organization. Learners develop their
knowledge of fundamental HRM principles and demonstrate competencies
in areas such as compensation and benefits, legal requirements, and
training and development. | 6 quarter credits |
|---|---|---|
| BUS4044 * |
Legal Issues in Human Resource Management
In this course, learners identify the scope and purpose of the legal
framework of an enterprise. Learners analyze the effects of legal
issues on an organization’s human resource management function.
Learners also create strategies for managing legal issues and identify
ways to implement them.
Prerequisite(s): BUS3040.
| 6 quarter credits |
| BUS4045 * |
Recruiting, Retention, and Development
Learners investigate strategies for recruiting, selecting, and
retaining top talent in support of the strategic needs of an
organization. Learners analyze talent and acquisition strategies
within the context of laws and regulations and explore current
recruitment and selection techniques.
Prerequisite(s): BUS3040.
| 6 quarter credits |
Total
At least 18 quarter credits
* Denotes courses that have prerequisite(s). Refer to the descriptions for further details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.