Business (Human Resources) ,BA
Administration, Business, Development, Human Resources, Labor, Legal, REGULATORY, Training
Prepare to strategically manage people and organizations. You'll learn how to apply business principles to human resources functions, gaining skills in staffing, training, compensation and benefits, employment law, artificial intelligence integration, and labor relations.
Business (Human Resources) description
This Bachelor of Arts in business with a concentration in human resources program involves both theoretical and applied concepts, with a focus on practical and applied aspects of human resources.
You'll obtain foundational knowledge in labor relations and labor law, workforce planning and artificial intelligence influences in the employment arena. You'll also engage in a deep exploration of staffing, global HR, training and development, employment law, and compensation and benefits. In addition, there are opportunities to participate in an HR project internship as part of your coursework.
Why specialize in human resources at ASU?
As part of the nation's most innovative university, W. P. Carey School of Business prepares you to lead the future of work. You'll learn from expert faculty with real-world experience in areas such as leadership, HR analytics and organizational development.
The Department of Management and Entrepreneurship is recognized among the best in the world for research productivity and innovation. As part of the W. P. Carey community, you'll benefit from internship opportunities, corporate partnerships and access to major employers in the Phoenix metro area --- one of the fastest-growing business regions in the country.
Additional program details
This program is available 100% online or in person at ASU's Polytechnic campus --- a collaborative, innovation-focused environment offering hands-on learning spaces and resources.
There are many ways to customize your experience at W. P. Carey. The ASU student chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management connects you with HR professionals and peers through events, networking opportunities and industry insights, helping you stay current with trends and best practices in the field. Learn more about W. P. Carey student organizations through the Business School Council.
- College/school:
W. P. Carey School of Business
- Location: Polytechnic or Online , ASU Local
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First
required math course:
MAT 210 - Brief Calculus
or MAT 117 College Algebra - Math
intensity: Moderate
This video provides an overview of the Business (Human Resources) degree program at ASU.
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and a master's degree in as little as five years. Accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree programs are designed for high-achieving students who want the opportunity to share undergraduate coursework with graduate coursework to accelerate completion of their master's degree. These programs feature the same high quality curriculum taught by ASU's world-renowned faculty.
This program is offered as an accelerated bachelor's plus master's degree with:
Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year | Transfer | International | Readmission
Additional requirements:
First-year admission requirements for this program are the same as the university's first-year admission requirements.
Readmission requirements: Students must have a transfer GPA of 3.00 (if applicable) and a cumulative ASU GPA of 3.00.
Transfer admission requirements:
Transfer applicants must have a GPA of 3.00 for all transfer work and meet university transfer admission requirements. Transfer students should select an additional major, which must be outside the W. P. Carey School of Business, when applying for admission. Students who are admissible to the university but do not meet admission requirements for this program and did not select a second major or are not admissible to their second major choice will be placed in the BA program in applied business and technology solutions in W. P. Carey School of Business, which is offered via ASU Online as well as at the Polytechnic and West Valley campus locations. Students not interested in that program or campus location may reach out to wpcareyug@asu.edu for assistance in selecting another degree program.
Students should visit the W. P. Carey School of Business website to determine if they meet change of major requirements. Students who are ready to change their major should submit their request through the advising website.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU offers this program in an online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. Applicants may view the program’s ASU Online page for program descriptions and to request more information.
It is now possible to earn an ASU degree with ASU Local, an integrated college experience in which students take advantage of in-person success coaching and programming experiences on site while completing one of 130+ undergraduate online degree programs, all of which come with online faculty interaction and tutoring support.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Participation in a Global Education program, through international study and internships, enables students to broaden their understanding of international business practices and gain valuable skills that employers are looking for: communication and interpersonal skills, flexibility, motivation and a real-life perspective on business applications worldwide.
The W. P. Carey School of Business recommends these programs for students majoring business with a concentration in human resources.
Careers this Business (Human Resources) degree prepares you for
A career in human resources offers opportunities to shape workplace culture, recruit and retain talent, and drive organizational success. Graduates are prepared to work in businesses, nonprofit organizations and government agencies in areas such as:
- compensation and benefits
- employee relations and labor relations
- HR analytics and technology
- learning and development
- talent acquisition (recruiting) and workforce planning
You'll graduate ready to perform both strategic human capital work and technical HR functions, including policy design and employee engagement, as an expert in the use of emerging automation and AI technologies.
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
|---|---|---|
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10.8%
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$69,280
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5.8%
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$133,000
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5.3%
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$78,210
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5.0%
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$149,280
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6.2%
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$75,940
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-0.1%
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$95,420
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4.6%
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$114,130
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0.2%
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$149,230
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ASU programs that may lead to professional licensure or certification are intended to prepare students for potential licensure or certification in Arizona. Completion of an ASU program may not meet educational requirements for licensure or certification in another state. For more information, students should visit the ASU professional licensure webpage.
Department of Management and Entrepreneurship
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SANTN 230
wpcareyug@asu.edu
480-727-5183
Program term definitions
Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master's during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.
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ASU Online offers programs in an entirely online format with multiple enrollment sessions throughout the year. See https://asuonline.asu.edu/ for more information.
