Human Resource Management is an area of concentration within the Business Administration, A.S. degree.
Human Resource Management Concentration
The management of human resources is a growing field. With increasing legal issues pertaining to employment and the need for organizations to carefully select, develop and maintain their workforce, this field will continue to present excellent opportunities for both employment and advancement. The Human Resource Management concentration prepares students to effectively deal with the complexities and challenges of managing today’s workforce.
Successful students will be prepared for positions as human resource assistants or specialists whose work contributes to the growth and success of organizations and their employees. Graduates will be prepared for human resource positions in business, government, and nonprofit organizations. Students will learn to identify staffing needs and develop skills for recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and developing employees. They will also learn the policies, procedures, and legal aspects of human resource management. They will round out their program with studies in business management, ethics, and cultural awareness.
Students who complete this concentration will possess the skills necessary for many career opportunities at entry- and mid-level positions in a wide variety of organizations.
