The human resource management specialization provides students with the general and technical knowledge and skills for entry-level positions and careers in the personnel or human resource management (HRM) function of organizations. Courses emphasize both the general theory of HRM, the expanding role of HRM in organizational effectiveness, the development and effective use of human resources in organizations, and the technical areas of selection, compensation, labor relations, training, and performance appraisal. The specialization prepares students for professional careers in a wide variety of organizations.
The Business Administration degree with a human resource management specialization will prepare you to be a business professional who understands the human resources required by businesses to meet their operational goals. In addition, you will also learn about the functional areas of modern business and the ethical and global issues confronting business today along with the economic, social, political, and legal environments in which business decisions are made. Practice in making decisions using quantitative and analytical skills are complemented with leadership and team-building skills. The curriculum is delivered using a variety of methods including analysis of business cases and other experiential exercises as well as co-curricular activities.
Graduates of the program are qualified for careers in a variety of business firms, the non-profit sector and government agencies. In this extremely competitive economy, it is more important than ever to understand how staffing, training, and developing employees can increase the competitive edge of all companies, non-profits and government agencies. SIUE graduates have typically obtained entry-level HRM positions at large and small companies as well as school districts and colleges. Students are strongly encouraged to obtain professional experiences through co-operative education, internship and other co-curricular activities prior to graduation.
Admission to the School of Business is through a selective, competitive application process. Students must first apply to SIUE and be admitted, then complete a set of prerequisite courses before applying for admission to the School of Business. Additional information regarding admission to all undergraduate programs is available on the School of Business website and in the undergraduate catalog. Students are encouraged to work closely with their academic advisor as they make plans to apply for admission to the School of Business.
