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Online Bachelor's in Human Resource Management

Colorado State University Global’s accelerated Bachelor of Science degree in human resource management is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP) and aligned with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).

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Total credits

120 Transfer up to 90 credits, including military service and career experience.

Cost per credit

$375 No out of state tuition. No fees. No tuition increases. Guaranteed.

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Online Our 8-week courses are 100% online, asynchronous, and fully flexible.

Starts per year

12 CSU Global offers start dates every month.

Program Details

Earn an Accredited B.S. in Human Resource Management

Prepare for roles like HR coordinator, training specialist, or HR manager by mastering essential skills to manage a diverse workforce and align HR strategies with business goals. Gain expertise in HR practices, employment law, talent acquisition, and employee development, all key to thriving in today’s HR landscape.

Get ready for SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification exams with a program aligned to the SHRM HR Curriculum Guidebook. Ranked #2 for online HR degrees by The Best Schools in 2023, this degree positions you for success.

What skills will I gain with a bachelor’s in human resource management?

Assess how Human Resources (HR) functions impact organizational success.
Develop HR strategies that positively impact all levels of an organization.
Identify HR strategies that can enhance organizational development.
Evaluate the impact of HR decisions and strategies on organizational success.
Design organizational development initiatives.

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Courses in this Program

CSU Global’s HR management bachelor’s degree requires the completion of 120 total credits, including a mix of Core Degree Courses in HR topics, General Education Courses, Elective Courses, and optional Degree Specializations and Certificates.

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ORG300 - Applying Leadership Principles

Course Description

The opportunities for students, in this first course, for all majors are to learn personal and professional leadership styles and drivers by providing an overview of leadership basics. Leadership skills are utilized across fields of study. Regardless of the roles individuals assume in an organization, they will need to communicate effectively, influence others, and understand the way they respond to others and why. The course engages students in discussion, exploration, and application of leadership skills, principles, and practices. Students will learn about the relationships and connections leaders have with individuals and organizations. Topics include leadership communication, motivation, style, and characteristics.

Credit Hours: 3

MGT350 - Business Policy and Strategy

Course Description

This course includes the process of formulating, implementing, and evaluating business strategies. Policy creation designed to support implementation of the strategic plan is addressed. Students gain knowledge of how business strategies establish and influence the company’s position within an industry to gain a competitive position.

Credit Hours: 3

HRM300 - Principles of Human Resource Management

Course Description

Throughout HRM300, students will explore the history, present status, and predictions of HRM practices. They will learn about HRM theories and how to apply them in a real-world environment. Details regarding HR functions such as recruitment, selection, onboarding, training and development, performance management, compensation and benefits, and the legal aspects of employee and labor relations will be addressed throughout this course.

Credit Hours: 3

HRM350 - Compensation and Performance Management

Course Description

Students will learn how to effectively create and implement unique organization-specific total reward offerings (i.e., compensation and benefits) that aid in recruiting and retaining the workforce of today and the future. Various topics will be explored in HRM350, which includes compensation and benefits, work-life balance/wellness, performance and service recognition, additional perks, and reward structures, as well as career development opportunities. Additionally, students will learn how to customize offerings based on the diverse and unique needs of the organization’s workforce.

Credit Hours: 3

HRM470 - Human Resource Management in a Global World

Course Description

As our world continues to change, HR professionals must be adaptable and flexible. Technological advancements, global challenges, and workforce changes continue to impact HR’s ever-evolving functions. Throughout HRM470, students will learn about how globalization and technological advancements have and continue to impact organizations. Furthermore, students will assess the benefits and challenges associated with technology and globalization while leading today’s ever-changing workforce.

Credit Hours: 3

HRM435 - Creating a Diverse and Ethical Workforce

Course Description

Students will learn how to effectively, efficiently, ethically, and legally create a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, values belonging, and demonstrates equity. As the modern-day workplace changes, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are critical aspects of understanding. Thus, students will recognize how creating DEIB strategies can aid in recruitment and retention and, too, can contribute to an organization’s short- and long-term success.

Credit Hours: 3

HRM445 - Labor Relations and Employment Law

Course Description

The purpose of this course is to explore the interrelationship that exists among HR functions, employment regulations, and legal advancements. HR professionals must understand how the law impacts the employee life cycle and everyday workplace practices/ behaviors. Throughout this course, students will encounter various ethical, legal, and moral scenarios and will make suggestions that can enhance the organization’s reputation.

Credit Hours: 3

HRM440 - Recruitment, Selection and Employee Development

Course Description

In HRM440, students will gain an understanding of the critical steps, processes, and technological platforms involved in attracting quality candidates, selecting the best applicants for hire, and retaining productive and motivated employees. Specifically, students will identify how to assess a candidate’s competencies, qualifications, and organizational and job fit. Additionally, information about employee orientation, onboarding, and socialization will be addressed. Finally, the steps associated with creating meaningful employee training and development programs will be explored.

Credit Hours: 3

HRM460 - Organizational Development

Course Description

In HRM460, students will explore the interconnections between human resources and organizational development. As the role of human resources continues to evolve and intensify, professionals need to recognize how organizational development practices can improve strategic human resource functions and can enhance organizational advancement. Students will explore how factors internal and external to an organization can influence individual, team, and group-level decisions. Using scenarios, students will utilize HR and OD theories and examine metrics to make strategic decisions.

Credit Hours: 3

HRM481 - Capstone: Managing and Leading Human Capital

Course Description

Throughout HRM481 students will utilize the knowledge acquired throughout their HRM education when exploring scenarios/situations related to strategic planning, workforce planning, employee and labor relations, total rewards, training and development, and legal and ethical aspects. Students will be required to draw upon theories, research popular and industry-specific practices, and more when making decisions to aid in the advancement of organizations. HRM481 allows students to demonstrate their HR knowledge and analytical, research, and writing abilities.

Credit Hours: 3

Affordable Tuition

As a not-for-profit public university, our goal at CSU Global is to make your online tuition cost as affordable as possible. We offer low-cost online degree tuition rates without taking anything away from the quality of the education you receive. We also lock in that low tuition rate with our tuition guarantee, and we provide additional discounted tuition rates for members of the armed forces and employees of our corporate affiliate partners.

Learn more about CSU Global tuition rates, and explore financial aid options available that can help cover the cost of your education.

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Program Accreditations and Rankings

CSU Global’s Bachelor Degree Program in Human Resource Management is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs (ACBSP) and its curriculum is aligned with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates. SHRM is the world’s largest HR professional society, representing 285,000 members in more than 165 countries.

CSU Global students are eligible to be a student member of SHRM at a discounted cost. CSUG’s alignment with SHRM potentially allows a CSUG student to apply for the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) exam. Contact your student success counselor or the SHRM advisor (shrm.advisor@csuglobal.edu) to learn more.

Your Bachelor's in Human Resource Management from CSU Global is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs.

An SHRM-aligned bachelor's degree showcases your top-tier HR education and sets you apart in the job market, paving the way for SHRM certification.

CSU Global's Human Resources program has been recognized by The Best Schools as the #2 Best Online Human Resources Degrees in 2023, highlighting its excellence and commitment to providing top-tier education.

Career Outlook

87% of Alumni Working in Their Field

Alumni from CSU Global’s bachelor’s degree program in HR management report extremely high rates of working in the field after graduation.

$62k Starting Salary

Alumni from CSU Global’s online degree in human resource management report an estimated annual starting salary above $62k.

$62k Starting Salary

Alumni from CSU Global’s online degree in human resource management report an estimated annual starting salary above $62k.

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Institutional accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) means your degree comes from a top-quality, trusted university.

I chose CSU Global after doing some research for accredited and respected online programs for HR Management. The fact that SHRM national recommends the CSU Global program was what solidified my decision.

Theresa Smith
Alumnus, B.S. Human Resource Management

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