60 credits, 20 months
The Associate of Arts degree in Human Resources Management introduces students to the science of managing human resources in business organizations. The program covers the core areas of human resource management competencies of human relations, principles of human resources management, employment law and business ethics, compensation and benefits, and training and development. In addition, the curriculum teaches students basic, general business skills and facilitates the development of leadership skills and core competencies in critical thinking and problem solving, communication, teamwork, and ethics.
The program is designed to meet the increasing industry demand for HR professionals in virtually every industry. The program blends practical and theoretical applications into a well-rounded and topical business and HR curriculum, preparing students to tackle today's most interesting business challenges. Additionally, students acquire the needed skills in preparation for passing certified exams such as the Associate Professional in Human Resources™ (aPHR™) certification. Bryan University delivers this program through dynamic, adaptive, experiential learning that includes personalized instruction and coaching.
The program learning outcomes are:
- Students will communicate effectively in business reports and messaging.
- Students will explore local, national, and international labor issues.
- Students will examine diverse perspectives and promote inclusion in hiring practices and employee management.
- Students will be able to perform business calculations for effective human resources management.
- Students will evaluate ideas and data to develop solutions for HR management.
- Students will apply sound human resources principles to promote organizational effectiveness.
- Students will use appropriate sources of business information for effective human resources functions.
Following the completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Communicate effectively in business reports and messaging.
- Utilize appropriate sources of business information to human resources functions.
- Logistically and critically evaluate ideas and data to develop solutions for HR management.
- Examine diverse perspectives and promote inclusion in hiring practices and employee management.
- Apply sound human resources principles to business functions.
- Perform essential business calculations for maximum human resources management.
The following is a list of occupations and organizations that one could pursue for employment:
- Human Resources Generalist
- Benefits Assistant
- Assistant Recruiter
- Payroll Assistant
include, but are not limited to, the following:
- 11-1021.00 – General and Operations Managers
- 43-4161.00 – Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping
- 11-3011.00 – Administrative Services Managers
- 43-3031.00 – Bookkeeping/Accounting Clerk
- 43-3051.00 – Payroll Clerk
*Detailed information surrounding these classifications can be found at the following website: www.onetonline.org.
In order to graduate and receive an Associate of Arts degree in Human Resources Management, a student must earn a minimum of 60 credits for the courses in the curriculum and have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or better. Students who elect to do so may take Associate Professional in Human Resources™ (aPHR™) certification, which completion of is not required to graduate. Funding for one attempt at select certifications is included in tuition costs: passing scores are not required for graduation.
Each semester is 16 weeks, split into two 8-week terms. The following term schedule is subject to change.
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Term 1 |
BUS-105/UNV-101S (First 8 weeks) BUS220/MAT-110S (Second 8 weeks) |
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Term 2 |
BUS-145/BUS-130 BUS-110/BUS-115 |
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Term 3 |
BUS-140/BUS-120 BUS-125/ENG-110S |
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Term 4 |
BUS-245/BUS-230 BUS-200/ENG-112S |
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Term 5 |
BUS-247/CRT-110S BUS-252/COM-115S |
Core Courses
A course covering the information and skills needed to succeed in academic studies, including study skills, setting academic goals, managing time, and technology skills such as word processing and presentations.
Credits 3
None.
This course provides students with an introduction to business principles, terms, and concepts. The focus of the course is on business systems, management processes, human resource management, marketing, and finance.
Credits 3
None.
The core concepts of systems architecture and IT infrastructure underlie all technology driven organizations. Participants will gain an understanding of the components of the IT architecture, how computer infrastructures support and enable enterprise goals, and how IT systems are managed.
Credits 3
None.
This course focuses on a basic math review with an emphasis on business statistics, profit calculations, payroll, banking, interest calculations, insurance, taxes, and mathematical calculations.
Credits 3
None.
This course provides the foundation for accounting concepts which will be used throughout the students' business program. This course covers an introduction to financial accounting theory and practice and provides students with the tools needed to develop a functional knowledge of fundamental accounting principles. Students will also be introduced to the methods for summarizing, analyzing, and reporting financial data. Topics include bookkeeping cycles, basic accounting principles and procedures, financial statements, merchandising operations and inventory, and accounting for assets.
Credits 3
None
This course is the second in the program covering concepts and applications of accounting. It provides an overview of accounting for partnerships and corporations and continues with the discussion of the basic principles and applications of managerial and cost accounting. This course focuses on managerial techniques and procedures designed to aid managers in their planning, control, and decision-making roles. At the end of this course, students will be skilled in tasks related to positions such as AP Clerk, payroll clerk, or bookkeeper.
Credits 3
None.
Electronic spreadsheets are a powerful tool used in business processes to store, analyze and present information. The focus of the course is to provide the student with functional skills needed to create, edit, and format Microsoft Excel worksheets for a variety of reporting needs.
Credits 3
None.
Introduction to human resources concepts and practices applicable for entry-level HR professionals and general managers in numerous industries. Provides overview of key HR functions such as: HR operations; recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; HR development and retention; employee relations; and health, safety, and security. This course prepares students for the HRCI's Associate Professional in Human Resources™ (aPHR™) certification.
Credits 3
None.
This course provides students with a working knowledge in the growing field of digital marketing. Students will learn about the evolution and purpose of digital marketing, the strategic uses of social media, and how these principles can transform the customer's journey. Students will also gain important industry skills designed to enhance the company's product using effective digital media.
Credits 3
None.
This course provides students with foundational knowledge regarding effective communication styles and strategies for the business professional. Students will learn practical skills in intra- and interpersonal communication within business-related environments, in how personal attitudes affect organizational effectiveness and productivity, and in the interactions between people both personally and professionally.
Credits 3
None.
Today's businesses rely on data in almost every decision-making process. Data must be presented in a way that is quickly interpretable and easily understood. This course further explores reporting, data representations, visualizations, and high-level data analytics in Microsoft® Excel®. Students will connect to and analyze data from various sources and prepare presentations for management decision making using a variety of visualization types.
Credits 3
Successful management is rooted in forming essential behaviors associated with leading an organization and its people. During this course, the student will understand basic management principles and functions required within small and large organizations and be introduced to business application models. This course will emphasize critical thinking and solving real-world problems.
Credits 3
None.
This course provides students with foundational knowledge regarding general law, ethics, and regulations affecting business policy and decision making.
Credits 3
None.
The focus of this course is the retention and development of employees in the business organization. Human resources are the most valuable assets in modern businesses, so retaining them is critical to the health and bottom line of the organization. Topics include strategic considerations for assessing employee performance, how to train and develop employees, and how to help create a productive and effective workplace.
Credits 3
This introductory course provides training in the basic principles of compensation and benefits in the modern workforce. Topics include developing strategic compensation systems, merit pay, performance evaluation systems, job evaluation techniques, market salary surveys, discretionary and legal benefits, executive compensation, and contingent workforces.
Credits 3
Note: Bryan University strives to deliver students the most up to date courses possible. The textbooks listed in the following course descriptions are subject to change. Students should always refer to the course syllabus for textbook information.
General Education Courses
This course provides foundational topics related to logic and critical thinking including, informal logic, formal logic, and fallacies.
Credits 3
None.
This course introduces the concepts and theories of interpersonal communication. Students will explore the process and functions of communication, developing relationships, communication strategies and skills, and interpersonal language skills, including conflict management.
Credits 3
None.
This course covers written communication skills with an emphasis on understanding the writing process, analyzing readings, and practicing writing for personal and professional applications.
Credits 3
None.
A course building on lessons learned in English Composition I. In addition to reviewing the writing process, topics include research techniques, citation techniques, documentation formats, and critical analysis of written topics.
Credits 3
or the equivalence in transfer credit.
This course begins with a review of real numbers and algebraic expressions before covering algebra topics including linear equations and inequalities, lines and functions, systems, exponents, polynomials, and factoring.
Credits 3
None.
Note: Bryan University strives to deliver students the most up to date courses possible. The textbooks listed in the following course descriptions are subject to change. Students should always refer to the course syllabus for textbook information.