Online Bachelor of Arts in Business – Human Resources
Are you interested in learning about the people’s side of business throughout the employment life cycle? The online Bachelor of Arts in business with a concentration in human resources program introduces you to the knowledge and skills involved in coaching and guiding supervisors as they select talent, manage their team and drive results throughout an organization. This online human resources degree concentration prepares you for positions at a wide range of organizations.
Quick facts
Next start date: 05/16/2024
Total classes: 40
Weeks per class: 7.5
Total credit hours: 120
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What is human resources?
Human resources is the business of how people interact with an organization. In this human resources degree concentration, you’ll learn how human resources touches every stage of employment from identifying the needs of a business through the end of employment. The human resources life cycle is more than just hiring and firing, it encompasses:
- Benefits management.
- Onboarding.
- Performance evaluation.
- Recruitment.
- Succession planning.
- Training and development.
- Voluntary turnover, termination and layoffs.
What skills will I learn in this online HR degree concentration?
Human resources professionals are a necessary part of every organization and companies are especially interested in candidates with a degree in the field. Through the online HR degree concentration, you’ll develop skills in primary human resources functions, such as:
- Analytical and critical thinking.
- Communication.
- Global and cultural sensitivity.
- Leadership.
- Relationship management.
In the online human resources degree concentration, you’ll also gain both academic and practical knowledge regarding assessing, selecting, developing, managing, compensating/rewarding and separating employees by using traditional texts, practical cases and contemporary business articles and white papers.
Is a human resources degree concentration worth it?
Yes. This online HR degree concentration is applicable to any business or governmental organization as, to be successful, they need to manage their human resource strategy and operations. Additionally, the human resources field is expected to grow by 10% between 2020 and 2030, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Professional licensure and certification
ASU academic programs are designed to prepare students to apply for applicable licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet education requirements for license or certification in another state. If you are planning to pursue professional licensure or certification in a state other than Arizona, it is strongly recommended that you visit our professional licensure page for contact information of the appropriate licensing entity to seek information and guidance regarding licensure or certification requirements.
Does my human resources degree concentration say ‘online’?
No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.” That’s because ASU Online students learn from the same faculty and receive the same course content as in-person students receive.
Your concentration in human resources will appear on both your diploma and transcripts.
Online human resources degree concentration courses
In the courses for this online HR degree, you’ll learn about all facets of managing the employment cycle, starting with planning the organization’s human capital needs, selecting employees, onboarding and training employees, developing compensation and benefits packages and managing the post-employment process, all while maintaining legal compliance. You’ll also develop global competence and learn about cross-national differences in human resources policies and practices. Core courses include:
MGT 420: Human Resource Management
MGT 421: Compensation in Organizations
MGT 424: Employment Law
MGT 425: Global Human Resources
MGT 422: Staffing
MGT 423: Training and Development in Organizations
FIN 300: Fundamentals of Finance
LES 305: Business Law and Ethics for Managers
What can I do with an online HR degree concentration?
Human resources professionals are needed in every organization, regardless of industry or size. Upon completion of the online human resources degree concentration, you’ll be prepared to build collaborative relationships between teams and work toward organizational goals. Career examples include, but are not limited to:
Corporate Trainer
Employee Training Manager
Human Resources Analyst
Human Resources Manager
Human Resources Specialist (HR Specialist)
Labor Relations Specialist
Office Manager
Payroll and Benefits Manager
Learn from human resources experts across many industries
Faculty at the W. P. Carey School of Business are passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body which represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- Nobel laureate.
- Renowned journal publications.
- Speakers at national conferences.
Learn from human resources experts across many industries
Faculty at the W. P. Carey School of Business are passionate about innovative research and impact. Our school fosters an environment of global thinking, with a cohort of award-winning faculty from six continents around the globe and a student body which represents more than 100 countries. Faculty accolades include:
- National Academy of Sciences members.
- Nobel laureate.
- Renowned journal publications.
- Speakers at national conferences.
Admission requirements for the human resources degree concentration
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
Don't meet admission requirements?
You can still gain general admission to most online programs at ASU through Earned Admission. Through this pathway, you can demonstrate your ability to succeed at ASU by completing online courses with a 2.75 GPA or higher.
To begin, submit an application to ASU. An enrollment coach will reach out with more information if Earned Admission is right for you.
*Some programs may have higher admission requirements. You must meet all program requirements to be admitted.
Study at one of the best business schools in the nation
The W. P. Carey School of Business is one of the top business schools in the country. Our AACSB-accredited business school is committed to delivering excellent quality and great value. Our U.S. News & World Report rankings reflect our commitment to academics, groundbreaking research and positive student outcomes.
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