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Accelerate Your Career with a Bachelor’s in Human Resource Management from Concordia University Chicago
The accelerated online bachelor’s in Human Resource Management degree at Concordia University Chicago is ideal for individuals looking to enhance their leadership skills and pursue a career in HR. Students gain a fundamental understanding of essential HR practices, including talent management, labor relations, and organizational development, equipping them with the tools to succeed in today’s evolving business environment.
To truly accelerate your education, Concordia-Chicago has structured the online bachelor’s in Human Resource Management so that you have the ability to take two courses every eight-week term. This program, designed for driven learners with prior college credits, offers flexibility through online coursework, allowing you to balance life’s demands. By leveraging the flexible, 100% online and asynchronous format, robust and expedited coursework, and up to 90 transfer credits, students can save time and reduce tuition costs while maintaining the same quality of education.
The online accelerated bachelor’s in Human Resource Management can be completed in as few as 16 months.*
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Graduates of the accelerated online bachelor’s degree in HR Management are equipped with the skills to manage employee relations, foster talent development, and contribute to organizational success. They are prepared for HR leadership roles in diverse industries, with a strong understanding of HR practices, employment law, and strategic workforce planning. This degree opens doors to a variety of career paths in human resources and organizational development, to sit for professional certifications such as HRCI© and others, continue with advanced studies, or immediately transition into a career in HR.
During the bachelor’s in human resource management program, students can expect to gain expertise in:
- Diversity and the role of culture in today’s business environment, such as improving upon cross-cultural communication
- Human resource analytics and how companies reach strategic goals through the systematic collection, analysis and interpretation of data
- The development of a vision and mission and how Human Resources partners with leaders to execute and deliver meaningful results
- Principles of management, including skills and knowledge to successfully manage an organization
- Today’s competitive marketplace and how to contribute to the strategic plan or an organization as a Human Resources Professional
Graduates of the online bachelor’s degree in HR Management are fully prepared to take on the daily challenges of a fluctuating landscape of corporate culture.
Concordia-Chicago’s program emphasizes fostering positive organizational change and delivering meaningful impact in the workforce to drive success across diverse industries.
Online Bachelor’s in Human Resource Management Details and Curriculum
36
Major Credits
100%
Online
8-Week
Courses
Up to 90
Transfer Credits
Concordia-Chicago’s online bachelor’s in human resource management is delivered in a flexible, 100% online format that provides a streamlined path to completing your bachelor’s degree. This program is designed for students who want to complete their degree faster, in as few as 16 months.*
Coursework for the accelerated online Human Resource Management bachelor’s program covers essential HR topics like recruitment, employee relations, organizational behavior, and compensation management. Taught by experienced faculty, the program emphasizes real-world application and ethical decision-making. Students will explore key areas such as:
- Workforce planning and development
- Labor laws and employee rights
- Conflict resolution and negotiation
- Strategic HR management
- Leadership and team dynamics
This comprehensive curriculum prepares you for a successful career in HR, equipping you with the tools to lead in diverse workplace settings.
Save Time and Money by Maximizing the Community College Credits You’ve Already Earned.
Curious how many of your credits will transfer? Please visit the Community College page for details.
Explore How You Can Continue Your Human Resource Management Pathway at Concordia-Chicago
Concordia University Chicago’s Human Resource Management pathway offers a seamless journey for those looking to advance their accounting career. After completing your bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, you can transition effortlessly into one of Concordia-Chicago’s MBA programs like the General MBA, and then even on to a doctorate like our DBA in Strategic Leadership and Innovation. This accelerated pathway equips you with the skills and credentials to pursue leadership roles and thrive in a competitive industry.
$136,350
median salary
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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Equipped with a basic understanding of the fluctuating landscape of corporate culture, graduates may proceed immediately to employment in small businesses, nonprofit organizations, private corporations and global enterprises.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) projects strong demand for human resource managers through 2033, with a 6% estimated growth rate. The BLS also reports the median annual wage for human resources managers was $136,350 in May 2023.
The largest employers of human resource managers are:
- Professional, scientific, and technical services
- Management of companies and enterprises
- Manufacturing
- Government
- Healthcare and social assistance
*Completion time depends on the number of transfer credits accepted at the time of admission, course availability, and course load. See Admission Requirements below for complete details.
Courses
The online bachelor’s degree in HR Management requires 36 credits within the major.
ADP in Human Resource Management Courses
| ID | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HRM 3000 | Total Rewards: It's More Than Money | 3 |
| HRM 3100 | Strategic HR Management and Planning | 3 |
| HRM 3300 | Business Ethics, Labor Relations, Safety and Health | 3 |
| HRM 4000 | Human Resource Analytics for Business Decisions | 3 |
| HRM 4700 | Workforce Planning | 3 |
| Total Human Resource Coursework | 15 | |
| SOC 2010 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| MGT 2011 | Contemporary Business Law | 3 |
| MGT 2041 | Leading Teams and Groups in a Global Environment | 3 |
| MGT 4030 | Human Resource Management | 3 |
| MGT 4040 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| OMP 4000 | Group and Organizational Dynamics | 3 |
| OMP 4020 | Systems Approach to Organizational Change | 3 |
| Total Management Coursework | 21 |
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Admission Requirements
Complete and submit all required admission materials as follows:
- A completed application for admission to the Accelerated Degree Programs.
- Submission of official transcripts from ALL colleges or universities attended. The most recent college transcript must indicate that the student was in good standing and earned at least a 2.0 cumulative grade-point average on a 4.0 scale.
- Minimum cumulative GPA for all college coursework on a 2.00/4.00 scale and evidence of good academic standing at the last college attended.
- If you have less than 15 semester hours (22.5 quarter hours), you will need to submit an official final high school transcript, complete with graduation dates, or written documentation of successful completion of the G.E.D.
Applicants may transfer up to 90 credits.
Applicants will generally be notified of admission decisions within 48 hours after receiving all required documents.
Tuition & Financial Aid
If there is no interruption in your course of study at Concordia University Chicago, you are guaranteed there will be no increase in tuition rates. Visit the Admission & Tuition page to confirm the current tuition and fees for the accelerated online bachelor’s in Human Resource Management degree. Students enrolling in our online accelerated degree program are eligible to apply for federal financial aid.
Military
Active-duty military service members, veterans, and eligible dependents can take advantage of financial programs available to assist in paying for a college education. For more information, please visit the active-duty/veterans website.
Important Information for International Students
Discover an enriching education just 10 miles from Chicago, providing you with unique opportunities to connect
with diverse cultures and explore career prospects in many leading industries across the U.S.
International applicants may be required to submit additional supporting materials, such as proof of English language
proficiency, a copy of their passport and a foreign transcript evaluation from an approved credentialing service.
For full requirements, visit the Admission & Tuition page.
