Area of Study Overview
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The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration BSBA degree program in Human Resources Management/Organizational Management a 120-credit program focusing on employee selection, training, management development, industrial relations, compensation and the dynamics of organizational behavior.
What You Will Learn in the BSBA in Human Resources Management Program
Students who complete our BSBA in HR Management program prepare to become human resources practitioners in high-performing organizations. They will demonstrate competency in three critical areas, including:
- Knowledge of business practices
- Ability to make strategic contributions to the organization through personal credibility
- Effective management of the human resources function, including human resources technical skills
All students in the HR Management program must complete a capstone requirement, Strategic Management, which integrates content across the degree program and validates the students' knowledge.
Degree Requirements
- College Algebra within Intellectual and Practical Skills section of General Education requirements
- Statistics or Quantitative Skills for Business within the Mathematics section of General Education requirements
- How Students Earn Credit in the Area of Study: Courses in this area of study may be completed with Thomas Edison State University courses and/or courses from other regionally accredited colleges. Prior learning assessment PLA and/or examinations may also be used. A total of 18 area of study credits must be from courses at the 300 level or above.
Note
Courses that are devoid of a course code can be accepted in transfer if completed at colleges and universities accredited by the six institutional accrediting agencies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
In addition, the University offers a host of ways to earn credit for knowledge obtained in non-collegiate settings. Examples include:
- Courses and examinations approved through National College Credit Recommendation Service National CCRS and the American Council on Education ACE College Credit Recommendation Service.
- Military Service
- License and certifications
- Prior Learning Assessment
Credit Distribution
Courses in the Area of Study are listed as a guide. Other courses may satisfy the areas. For TESU course options, please contact an Advisor.
I General Education Requirements (60 Credits)
II. Professional Business Requirements (36 Credits)
III. Area of Study (18 Credits)
A. Required Courses (9 Credits)
B. Additional Courses (Complete 9 Credits)
IV. Electives (6 Credits)
For TESU course options, go to Elective Courses
Total Credit Hours: 120