Human Resources Management BSBA
Your career in HR starts with an online human resources management degree!
Program-at-a-Glance (Undergraduate)
Credit Hours:
Total hours: 120
Major Area of Study: 21
Additional Requirements: 55-58
Cost per Credit Hour:
$416.59
Completion Time:
2-4 years
University Accreditation:
Special Requirements:
No additional requirments
Learn more about this program:
The fully-online Human Resources Management degree from The University of Southern Mississippi will put you on the path to a career in HR and talent acquisition! This degree will prepare you to place the best people in the best positions for success. The Human Resources Management BSBA at Southern Miss teaches you to take charge of finding elite talent among the intense competition in today’s business environment.
This program is designed to help you build the skills to recruit and develop the workforce within your company. With a Human Resources Management degree, you will learn the most effective insights for developing existing staff and identifying an organization’s future leaders. Looking for more information? Our enrollment coaches are standing by to assist you. Click here for more info! This is your life, plus college!
Scholarship opportunities are available for online students! Our Online Student Scholarship gives first-time, fully online students an opportunity for $500 towards their first semester. To get started with our Online Student Scholarship or to view our list of available scholarships for which you may qualify, visit our Student Scholarship page now! Additionally, you may qualify for the Human Resource Management Online Annual Scholarship. This scholarship is available through the department, and if you would like more information about this opportunity, reach out to the advisor listed in the FAQ section or visit the scholarship page and type “Human Resource Management Online Annual Scholarship” into the search bar to see if you qualify!
What can I do with a Human Resources Management Degree?
With a Human Resources Management degree, you can develop skills that will open opportunities in diverse industries, ensure effective communication and conflict resolution, and foster a positive work environment.
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GEC 01. Written Communication
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Composition One
|
3 hrs. |
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Composition Two
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 02. Natural Science
Select 2 courses with labs:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Biology and Society
*
|
3 hrs. |
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Principles of Biological Science I
*
|
3 hrs. |
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Principles of Biological Science II
*
|
3 hrs. |
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Chemistry and Our Environment
*
|
3 hrs. |
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General Chemistry I
*
|
3 hrs. |
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Weather and Climate
*
|
3 hrs. |
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General Physics I
*
|
3 hrs. |
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General Physics II
*
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 03. Humanities
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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World Literature
|
3 hrs. |
Select 2 courses, 1 History required:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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World Civilizations: Beginnings to 1500 C.E.
|
3 hrs. |
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World Civilizations: 1500 C.E. to the present
|
3 hrs. |
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Introductions to Philosophy
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3 hrs. |
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Ethics and Good Living
|
3 hrs. |
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Comparative Religion
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 04. Aesthetic Values
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Art Appreciation
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3 hrs. |
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Dance Appreciation
|
3 hrs. |
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The Enjoyment of Music
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 05. Social and Behavioral Sciences
Select 2 courses:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Concepts of Wellness
|
3 hrs. |
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Basic Economics
|
3 hrs. |
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World Geography: Dynamics of a Changing Earth
|
3 hrs. |
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American Government
|
3 hrs. |
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General Psychology
|
3 hrs. |
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Understanding Society: Principles of Sociology
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 06. Mathematics
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Quantitative Reasoning
|
3 hrs. |
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College Algebra
|
3 hrs. |
|
Higher Level MAT course
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 07. Writing-Intensive Requirement (Major Area)
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Technical Writing
|
3 hrs. |
|
Organizational Communication
|
3 hrs. |
|
Business Communication
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 08. Speaking Intensive Requirement
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Public Speaking
|
3 hrs. |
GEC 09. Capstone Requirement (Major Area)
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Global Managerial Policy and Strategy
|
3 hrs. |
DEG 01. Major Area of Study Requirements (21 hours)
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Human Resource Management
|
3 hrs. |
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Organizational Behavior
|
3 hrs. |
|
International Management
|
3 hrs. |
Select 4 courses:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
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Supervised Field Experience in Management
|
3 hrs. |
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Compensation Administration & Performance Management (spring only)
|
3 hrs. |
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Organizational Staffing & Development (fall only)
|
3 hrs. |
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Advanced Human Resource Management (spring only)
|
3 hrs. |
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Current Topics to Management
|
3 hrs. |
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Leadership
|
3 hrs. |
|
Labor Economics (fall only)
|
3 hrs. |
|
Survey of Industrial and Organizational Psychology (spring only)
|
3 hrs. |
|
Strategies for Technology Training (spring only)
|
3 hrs. |
|
Performance Technology I (fall only)
|
3 hrs. |
DEG 02. Additional Requirements (55-58 hours)
College of Business Core Courses:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Introduction to Financial Accounting
|
3 hrs. |
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Introduction to Managerial Accounting
|
3 hrs. |
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The Legal Environment of Business
|
3 hrs. |
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Business Analytics I
|
|
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Applied Business Analytics
|
3 hrs. |
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Business Analytics II
|
3 hrs. |
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Principles of Macroeconomics
|
3 hrs. |
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Principles of Microeconomics
|
3 hrs. |
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Principles of Finance
|
3 hrs. |
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Management for Organizations
|
3 hrs. |
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Operations Management
|
3 hrs. |
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Global Managerial Policy and Strategy (Capstone)
|
3 hrs. |
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Management Information Systems
|
3 hrs. |
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Principles of Marketing
|
3 hrs. |
|
Select any approved College of Business international course
|
3 hrs. |
Additional BSBA Requirements
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Technical Writing
|
3 hrs. |
|
Organizational Communications
|
3 hrs. |
|
Business Communications
|
3 hrs. |
Select 1 course:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
Business English
|
3 hrs. |
|
Computer Applications in Business Technology I
|
3 hrs. |
|
Advanced Grammar
|
3 hrs. |
Select 2 courses, MAT 102 required:
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
|
College Algebra
|
3 hrs. |
|
Brief Applied Calculus
|
3 hrs. |
|
Calculus for the Arts and Sciences
|
3 hrs. |
DEG 03. Electives
Choose electives as needed with adviser’s approval. Non-business courses recommended.
Additional Note
Please note that the above information is meant to be a guide and is not official. For further information regarding courses for this degree, see the University Bulletin. Please be aware that not all course choices listed in the University Bulletin are available online. However, sufficient online options are available to complete this degree.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A great major for you is typically a business major or degree, specifically one that focuses on human resource management. With our Human Resources Management BSBA, you’ll develop an ideal foundation of key business principles, as well as explore specialized courses that delve into various aspects of HR. By opting for a degree in human resource management from The University of Southern Mississippi, you can acquire a well-rounded understanding of both business fundamentals and the intricacies of managing and optimizing the human element within organizations.
The field of human resources offers various career paths, including recruitment and talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, training and development, HR management, and specialized positions in areas such as employee relations, organizational development, and HR analytics.
Some potential job titles you can pursue with a human resources management degree include HR Generalist, Recruitment Specialist, HR Manager, HR Business Partner, Compensation and Benefits Analyst, Director of HR, Training and Development Specialist, HR Specialist, Talent Acquisition Manager, and CHRO.
Definitely! As an online student, you can even find scholarships that are specific to your online experience. To get started, visit our Scholarship page.
If you still have questions about tuition, transfer credits or anything else about the university, please visit our FAQ page, or take a moment to fill out our form at the bottom of the screen, and we will reach out to you!
Admission Requirements
The following is required from all undergraduate applicants:
- Application for Undergraduate Admission
- $45 non-refundable application fee
- An official high school transcript for freshman (high school) applicants OR official transcripts from all institutions attended after high school for transfer applicants
- Submission of ACT or SAT scores for freshman (high school) applicants
Students should be mindful of admission deadlines. For a full list of admission requirements, see the University Admission Policies.
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