This degree will prepare you to use a strategic business mindset to help both people and organizations in the workplace. HR professionals work with employees and managers to ensure staff is effective, motivated and working efficiently, as well as continuing to develop skills and experience that will benefit the individual and organization into the future.

Your coursework will include core business classes, as well as courses on occupational safety and health, compensation, employee development and psychology. HR professionals handle issues such as conflict in the workplace, staffing, career development and training, health and safety, compensation, benefits. You will also learn about the regulatory environment and the requirements it places on today’s workplaces.