Human Resource Management Degree Online
or Blended?
Offered Online?
Classes meet entirely online.
Offered In-Class?
Classes meet face-to-face at our St. Paul campus or other off-campus location.
Offered Blended?
Course work is completed through a combination of in-class and online class meetings.
Overview
The Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Human Resource Management program consists of 40 credit hours and is offered fully online. The online format is designed for busy adult students who are interested in obtaining their degree and require the flexibility of attending class on their schedule. Blended and on-campus options are also available.
The human resource management degree online offers a hands-on and comprehensive study of the skills required of human resource practitioners and other organizational leaders responsible for achieving results through people. Students receive training in key skill areas of human resource management and its application to the dynamics of present and future organizations. The main program goal centers on the human resource professional’s role as a strategic partner within an organization.
HRM-311
Comp Admin- Analy & Mgmt
HRM-320
Advanced Human Resource Mgmt
The role of the human resource management function in organizations will be studied. The changing nature of work and demographic shifts will be of particular focus. Students will study all of the roles that the human resource professional plays.
HRM-325
Survey & Research Methods
Basic survey and research methodologies are explored in the context of human resource management. Analysis of professional research articles is studied with an emphasis on reading and understanding research. Students will learn the use of technology as a tool for HR professionals.
HRM-350
Legal Issues in Human Resource
Every human resource professional needs to understand employment law. The historical roots of labor/management will be examined and the application of the law to the present day workplace including wrongful discharge, harassment, interviewing, selection, compensation, and benefits will be discussed and studied. Techniques such as negotiation and mediation will be practiced.
HRM-352
Staffing the Organization
How do we find and keep good employees? Every organization in America is grappling with this issue. This course will focus on the many aspects of Talent Management. Students will study recruitment, forecasting, selection, orientation and retention.
HRM-353
Comp/Benefit Sys & Theories
How will employees be compensated for their efforts? Salary administration variable pay, performance management, position evaluation, HRIS, and reward systems, in terms of monetary and non-monetary pay, will be evaluated. Employee benefits will also be examined.
HRM-410
Organizational Dev & Change
This course introduces students to concepts in organizational development. Students will study change theories and how to make organizations more effective while navigating change, how to perform and assess organizational needs, and how to look at various options in training and developing employees.
HRM-470
Strategic Human Resources
This course will examine Human Resources professionals as strategic partners with their organizational counterparts. Various cases and readings will be used to illuminate the pivotal role HR can play in influencing the direction of organizations.
HRM-435
Business & Personal Ethics
This class will look at processes and strategies for dealing with ethical dilemmas and situations. Students will work on case studies and look at their own roots in developing their ethical positions. Students will wrap up this class with their own statement of ethical beliefs.
HRM-440
Human Resource Plan
Students will have completed their human resource synthesis project they began months ago and will present it to their cohort.
Requirements
1. Apply Online
2. Final and official transcripts from all previous institutions attended
* If you have attended a MNSCU college or university we also ask that you provide an official accompanying DARS or MnTC goal area worksheet. Concordia accepts completed goal areas.
* If you have less than 20 college credits completed, you will need to submit your official high school transcript as well as any college level courses you have taken.
3. Submit a typed personal statement that answers the questions listed below. Completed statements should be labeled with your name, academic program, and your contact information and submitted via mail, email or fax. Each question should be answered in a minimum of 300 words (1 page).
What has led you to pursue your undergraduate degree?
What are your long term personal and professional goals?
Technology Requirements
Students enrolling in an adult undergraduate program must have access to a computer that meets Concordia University's technology requirements. Contact Concordia's Help Desk at helpdesk@csp.edu or 651-641-8866 with any questions regarding these requirements.
Start Dates
Fall 2013 Term
Start Date: Monday, September 9, 2013
Delivery: Blended
Class Day: Monday
Class Time: 6-10 p.m. CST
Start Date: Thursday, September 12, 2013
Delivery: Online
Class Day: Thursday
Chat Time: 7-8 p.m. CST
Spring 2014 Term
Start Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Delivery: Blended
Class Day: Tuesday
Class Time: 6-10 p.m. CST
Summer 2014 Term
Start Date: Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Delivery: Online
Class Day: Wednesday
Chat Time: 7-8 p.m. CST