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College of Business Administration

Human Resource Management

The Human Resource Management major prepares students to manage talent, foster positive workplace culture, and support strategic business goals.

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Degree
  • Bachelor of Business Administration
Location
  • Huntsville
Type of Instruction
  • Face to Face
Length

4 Years

Human Resource Management, BBA 

The Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resource Management at Sam Houston State University prepares students to manage the most valuable asset of any organization—its people. The program provides a strong foundation in staffing, training, compensation, labor relations, and employment law. Students learn to build inclusive workplaces, navigate complex organizational challenges, and support strategic business goals. With coursework aligned to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) standards, graduates are career-ready for HR and management roles in diverse industries

Industry Alignment

This program aligns with the curriculum standards set by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), ensuring that students meet current industry and professional expectations.

Graduation Requirements

Students must complete all required business courses at SHSU, maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA, and fulfill all HRM core and elective requirements.

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"Learn to lead people and shape the culture of tomorrow’s organizations."

Why Human Resource Management?

The Human Resource Management BBA teaches students how to connect business strategy with people strategy. Graduates leave equipped to lead teams, manage change, and build high-performing organizations.

  • Manage People Effectively

    Learn to recruit, develop, and retain top talent while promoting diversity and employee well-being.

  • Lead Organizational Change

    Understand how to design fair policies, resolve conflict, and create inclusive workplace cultures that drive engagement and productivity.

     

  • Prepare for Certification

    Coursework prepares students for professional certification exams such as SHRM-CP and PHR, giving them a competitive edge in the job market.

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Find Your Future Career

Graduates pursue careers as HR specialists, recruiters, training managers, compensation analysts, employee relations coordinators, and HR directors.

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Meet the Faculty

The Department of Management and Marketing faculty brings practical HR experience and industry insight into the classroom, offering students mentorship, certification guidance, and career support.

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