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Human Resource Management

Human Resource Management
Bachelor of Science
DEGREE AT A GLANCE
  • 120 credits
  • Transfer up to 90 credits
  • All courses available online
  • Select hybrid courses available
TUITION RATES
  • $324 per credit (in-state)
  • $499 per credit (out-of-state)
  • $250 per credit (military)
  • Other fees may apply
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An online bachelor’s degree in human resource management from University of Maryland Global Campus can open the door to a career in nearly any industry. Gain a comprehensive understanding of HR functions—such as resource planning; recruitment, selection, placement, and orientation of employees; training and career development; labor relations; performance appraisal and rewards programs; and development of personnel policies and procedures—in private- and public-sector settings. Additionally, you’ll explore the ways that human behavior, laws, labor relations, and diversity issues can intersect and affect a company’s culture and progress.

  • (3 Credits, HRMN 300)
  • (3 Credits, HRMN 302)
  • (3 Credits, HRMN 362)
  • (3 Credits, HRMN 367)
  • (3 Credits, HRMN 395)
  • (3 Credits, HRMN 400)
  • (3 Credits, HRMN 406) or (3 Credits, HRMN 410)
  • (3 Credits, BMGT 364)
  • (3 Credits, FINC 331)
  • (3 Credits, HRMN 408)
  • (3 Credits, HRMN 467)
  • (3 Credits, HRMN 495)

Related Required Course

The following may be applied to general education requirements.

  • (3 Credits, IFSM 300)

Sequence Course Requirement(s) Fulfilled
1 (3 Credits, PACE 111B) General Education: Research & Computing Literacy
2 (1 Credit, LIBS 150) General Education: Research & Computing Literacy
3 (3 Credits, WRTG 111) General Education: Communication
4 (3 Credits, WRTG 112) General Education: Communication
5 (3 Credits, NUTR 100) General Education: Biological & Physical Sciences
6 (3 Credits, HRMN 300) Major
7 (3 Credits, SPCH 100) General Education: Communication
8 (3 Credits, MATH 105) General Education: Math
9 (3 Credits, IFSM 300) General Education: Research & Computing Literacy; Major
10 (3 Credits, HRMN 302) Major
11 (3 Credits, HUMN 100) General Education: Arts & Humanities
12 (4 Credits, BIOL 103) General Education: Biological & Physical Sciences
13 (3 Credits, BEHS 103) General Education: Behavioral & Social Sciences
14 (3 Credits, ARTH 334) General Education: Arts & Humanities
15 3-credit elective course Elective
16 (3 Credits, ECON 103) General Education: Behavioral & Social Sciences
17 (3 Credits, HRMN 362) Major
18 3-credit elective course Elective
19 (3 Credits, HRMN 367) Major
20 3-credit elective course Elective
21 (3 Credits, HRMN 395) Major
22 3-credit elective course Elective
23 (3 Credits, HRMN 400) Major
24 (3 Credits, WRTG 394) General Education: Communication
25 3-credit elective course Elective
26 (3 Credits, HRMN 406) or (3 Credits, HRMN 410) Major
27 3-credit elective course Elective
28 3-credit elective course Elective
29 (3 Credits, BMGT 364) Major
30 3-credit elective course Elective
31 3-credit elective course Elective
32 (3 Credits, FINC 331) Major
33 3-credit elective course Elective
34 3-credit elective course Elective
35 (3 Credits, HRMN 408) Major
36 3-credit elective course Elective
37 3-credit elective course Elective
38 (3 Credits, HRMN 467) Major
39 3-credit elective course Elective
40 (3 Credits, HRMN 495) Major
41 (1 Credit, CAPL 398A) Elective

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These requirements are for students who enroll in the 2025–2026 academic year. For prior year requirements, visit our catalog archive.

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Bachelor’s Degree Requirements

In addition to the specific course requirements outlined on each bachelor’s degree webpage, UMGC maintains certain requirements for all bachelor’s degrees.

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Program Highlights

Develop skills and gain knowledge through coursework that draws from the expertise and experience of our respected faculty.

Apply Business Knowledge
Use best practices and ethical leadership skills to make effective business decisions
Evaluate Working Environments
Apply knowledge of human behavior, labor relations, and current laws and regulations.
Design a Rewards Program
Develop a plan for a rewards program that aligns employee and organizational goals.
Assess Programs
Assess programs that foster employee and organizational learning and development.
Understand Diversity
Recognize and respond to the diversity of cultures and worldviews that inform human behavior.
Utilize Technology
Use technology to research, collect, analyze, interpret, and communicate data.

Industry Snapshot

This program is designed to help prepare you for opportunities in nearly every industry.

$61K
Median Pay
The median pay for human resources specialists in 2019 was $61,920 per year. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics | Occupational Outlook Handbook | 2020
Occupational Outlook Handbook

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Additional Program Information

Society for Human Resource Management, UMGC Chapter

The UMGC Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management provides opportunities to network with other students, staff, and faculty who are currently working in or are interested in entering the human resource field. It is available to undergraduate and graduate students. To join, please fill out the UMGC SHRM Chapter form. Students may also join SHRM nationally at the student rate via the SHRM website (the UMGC SHRM Chapter number is 5578). UMGC students and alumni are also welcome to join the UMGC SHRM Chapter Facebook group. For more information, please email umgcshrm@umgc.edu.