Human Resources Management Major
Why study human resources management at CMU?
Students in the human resources management program at CMU will explore many facets of management such as employee recruitment, training and development, and labor relations. Consider these key features distinguishing this program at CMU:
- Courses designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in human resources management
- Internship opportunities for academic credit at area businesses and industries
- Professional development, resources, and contacts through on-campus organizations such as the Society for Human Resource Management
- More than 90 percent of recent College of Business Administration graduates surveyed were employed within three months of graduation
Career outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, for all occupations through the year 2014:
- Overall employment of human resources, training, and labor relations managers and specialists is expected to grow 18 to 26 percent.
- In filling entry-level jobs, many employers seek college graduates who have majored in human resources, human resources administration, or industrial and labor relations.
- Demand may be particularly strong for certain specialists, partly in response to the increasing complexity of many jobs, the aging of the workforce, and technological advances.
Career options
Graduates of the human resources management program at CMU will find a variety of career opportunities. Some of these may require additional education.
- Human Resources Manager
- Labor Relations Manager
- Labor Relations Specialist
- Employee Training Specialist
- Human Resources Assistant
- Office Manager
- Employee Services Manager
- Management Analyst
Program Overview
The course listings below are a representation of what this academic program requires.
For a full review of this program in detail please see our official online academic bulletin
AND consult with an academic advisor. This listing does not include the General Education
courses required for all majors and may not include some program specific information, such as admissions, retention, and termination standards.
(Click on the course name or number for a complete course description.)
Human Resources Management Major
Students cannot major in both Management and Human Resource Management.
( Total: 30 semester hours )
(9 hours)
Additional Common Body of Knowledge in Business Administration Courses
3
BUS 100 Essential Business Skills
Introduces students to the concept of a business, its disciplines, and essential business skills including decision making, team work, and oral and written communication.
3
BUS 300 Applied Business Statistics
Applications of statistical analysis to support business decision making. Covers collection of business data, analysis of business datasets, and presentation of results. Prerequisites: STA 282 or 382; Tier 2 Admission to Professional Business Studies.
3
MGT 499 Integrated Capstone-Strategic Management
An integrative capstone course applying and analyzing financial, marketing, supply chain and other business functions within a global strategic management perspective. Prerequisites: 86 semester hours completed; BUS 300, 301; MGT/MKT 303; FIN 302; MKT 304; Tier 2 Admission to Professional Business Studies. Preference given to graduating seniors.
(18 hours)
Required Courses
3
MGT 320 Human Resource Management
Examines process for providing and maintaining productive human resources in an organization. Includes recruitment, selection, training, performance appraisal, compensation, labor relations, and health and safety. Prerequisites: MGT 258 or MGT 312, 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies or listed on signed major or minor.
3
MGT 348 Dynamics of Organizational Behavior
Integrative theory of organizational behavior. Human motivation influenced by leadership, the organization itself, and its social environment. Prerequisites: MGT 258 or MGT 312, 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies or listed on signed major or minor.
3
MGT 445 Compensation Administration
Theory, procedures, and methodology for developing and administering compensation systems. Covers job evaluation methods, wage and salary structure development, incentive pay systems, and benefits administration. Prerequisites: MGT 258 or MGT 312, MGT 320; 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies or listed on signed major or minor.
3
MGT 446 Industrial Relations
Relationships between organized labor and management analyzed in the light of contemporary conditions. Recommend MGT 258 or MGT 312 prior to enrollment. Prerequisites: 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies or listed on signed major or minor.
3
MGT 447 Personnel Selection and Evaluation
Study of personnel selection policies and practices and employee evaluation approaches and techniques, including legal issues and concerns, as they are applied in complex organizations. Prerequisites: MGT 320; STA 282; 56 hours completed; either admission to Professional Business Studies or listed on a signed major or minor.
3
MGT 484 Human Resource Training and Development
This course examines theories, concepts, and process of human resource training and development in modern organizations to meet current and future needs. Prerequisites: MGT 258 or MGT 312; 56 semester hours completed; admission to Professional Business Studies or listed on signed major or minor. Recommended: MGT 320.
Any College of Business Administration course, 300 level or higher.