Statistics
100%
of human resource management graduates participated in Experience-Driven Learning
100%
of human resource management graduates working full time are satisfied with their job
94%
of human resource management graduates working full time have a job related to their degree
Pursue a B.B.A. in human resource management
WMU Haworth's human resource management program gives you the professional and technical skills to address the strategic challenges facing today's organizations and workforces. Human resources coursework is built around the core competencies recognized by SHRM, covering talent acquisition, total rewards, employee relations, training and development, organizational change and HR analytics—the full scope of what today's HR professionals are expected to know.
You’ll learn to think strategically about how organizations attract, develop and retain talent, and graduate ready to make an immediate impact in any workplace. The program's emphasis on Experience-Driven Learning ensures you’ll build a professional track record alongside your academic preparation. Whether your goal is to work in a large corporation, a small business or a nonprofit, this degree gives you the foundation to do it well.
What you’ll learn
The human resource management program at WMU Haworth covers the full range of HR practice, with coursework in talent acquisition, compensation and benefits management, training and development, employee relations, diversity and inclusion, and HR analytics.
You’ll develop the analytical and interpersonal skills that effective HR professionals rely on daily, from interpreting data to navigating complex employee situations with confidence and care. The program's alignment with SHRM guidelines means the curriculum reflects what the profession requires. Experiential learning opportunities throughout the degree connect classroom preparation to real HR challenges you’ll face in your career.
Every HR class has some component of hands-on activity. You’re always getting a chance to do something that you might do at a company.
Where you’ll be after graduation
Human resource management graduates from WMU Haworth go on to careers as HR generalists and specialists across a range of functional areas, including compensation and benefits management, diversity and inclusion, recruiting, staffing, training and union relations.
Recent graduates are working at organizations including Amazon, Epsilon, EY, Kellanova, Stryker and Whirlpool. WMU Haworth’s Zhang Career Center, connects human resource management students with internship placements, career coaching and employer recruiting events throughout their degree. With 94% of human resource management graduates working full time in a job related to their degree, you’ll land where you plan to.
What others have achieved
What others have achieved
WMU human resource management students and graduates are already making their mark—here's a look at two of them.
Making the most of your learning experience
WMU Haworth's human resource management program integrates experiential learning into the program, giving you consistent opportunities to apply what you’re learning before you graduate. In fact, 100% of recent human resource management graduates participated in Experience-Driven Learning, so you’ll get the practice you need to be the professional you aspire to be. The Zhang Career Center connects you with internship opportunities, employer recruiting events and career coaching tailored to the HR field, with employers including major corporations, healthcare organizations and nonprofits.
Student organizations, like the Society for Excellence in Human Resources, offer additional ways to build professional relationships and develop leadership skills alongside academic coursework. And academic advising is available throughout the program to help you navigate your coursework, explore professional certifications and make the most of your time at WMU.
What scholarships are available for a human resource management degree?
WMU Haworth offers a range of scholarships for human resource management students, awarded based on academic merit and financial need. Admitted students can explore and apply for scholarships, including department-specific and college-wide awards, through WMU's Scholarship Universe matching tool, which makes finding the right opportunities straightforward and helps you find every dollar available to you.
