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Human Relations Administration
ENHANCING HUMAN RELATIONSHIPS IN THE WORKPLACE
Students in the Human Relations Administration (HRA) major complete course work and field placements that will prepare them for a career in human resources at both profit and not-for-profit agencies. They will develop the skills necessary to manage employee relationships, facilitate critical workplace training, enhance staff motivation and ensure compliance of important legal issues including diversity and inclusion.
Gain vital skills for profit and not-for-profit organizations
Human Resources is a growing field, and our students will possess highly marketable skills upon entering the workforce. In addition to completing a B.S. in HRA, students are encouraged to earn one HR-related minor, such as Organizational and Community Leadership or Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship, allowing them to master several academic disciplines, including business, communications, human development, mentorship/counseling, and interpersonal relationships.
Students will gain valuable internship experience, receiving on-the-job training in a human resources organization. Additionally, they will complete a seminar focused on professional development and pertinent issues in the field.
COURSES
- Human Relationships
- Human Resource Management
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Business Communication
- Labor Relations
- Leadership Creativity and Innovation
CAREER OPTIONS
- Recruiter
- Benefits Coordinator
- Training Manager
- Compensation Specialist
- Human Resources Professional
- Vocational Counselor
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
- Human Resources
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- Management
- Counseling
What’s special about this program?
HR Admin offers a unique blend of coursework and real-world experience.
Unlike other HR programs rooted in economics and accounting, our major focuses on leadership, relationships and interpersonal counseling--teaching students to identify the needs of individuals, resolve issues, supervise staff and offer professional development training.
As part of their coursework, students complete two internships at local agencies, allowing them to apply their classroom knowledge and gain practical experience in the field.
Get Involved
We provide our students opportunities to grow academically, socially and professionally. Human Relations Administration majors can study abroad, conduct undergraduate research, complete internships, or become a member of our service/honors/support clubs.
Sample curriculum
| ENGL110 | Seminar in Composition
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HDFS201
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Life Span Development |
HDFS202
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Diversity and Families |
COMM330
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Communication and Interpersonal Behavior
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LEAD 100 or LEAD 101 |
Leadership, Integrity and Change Global Context for Leadership
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LEAD200
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The Leadership Challenge |
Creative Arts and Humanities
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History and Cultural Change
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Math, Natural Sciences and Technology Course
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First Year Seminar
Free Electives |
| HDFS333 | Development of Human Relationships
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| BUAD309 |
Organizational Behavior |
| COMM212 | Oral Communication in Business
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COMM301 or HDFS328 |
Introduction to Communication Research Methods Introduction to the Research Process
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| LEAD300 | Leadership, Creativity and Innovation
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Math, Natural Sciences and Technology (w/lab)
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Counseling Elective
Minor Restricted Elective
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| Free Electives |
| HDFS316 | Learning and Personnel Development
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| HDFS334 | Experiential Learning
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| HDFS339 | Adult Development and Aging
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Business Elective
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Business Elective
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Business Elective
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| Counseling Elective |
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Math, Natural Science and Technology OR MATH 114 or higher
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| Free electives |
| HDFS428 |
Diversity and Inclusion in Human Relations
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EDUC411 OR EDUC456 |
Intro to Educational Technology eLearning
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Business Elective
Minor Restricted Electives
Free Electives
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| HDFS449 | Internship
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| HDFS465 | Internship Seminar
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