Minor in Human Resource Management

The Human Resource Management (HRM) minor equips students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the dynamic field of human resources. As a critical function in any successful organization, HR professionals manage key areas such as staffing, employee development, compensation, and workplace policies. This minor provides a focused introduction to HR systems and practices, preparing you for a wide range of roles in small, medium, and large organizations across the public and private sectors.

Through this minor, you'll learn how to effectively manage people and workplace environments, ensuring that employees are engaged, motivated, and aligned with organizational goals. You'll gain practical skills in talent management, employment law, compensation, labor relations, and training and development.

Whether you aspire to become a recruiter, compensation specialist, HR manager, or training coordinator, this minor will help you develop the competencies employers seek. Plus, you’ll be prepared to pursue SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCP certifications, which are highly valued by HR professionals and can boost your career prospects.

If you're passionate about fostering talent, addressing complex workforce issues, and driving organizational effectiveness, the HRM minor offers a strategic way to complement your major and advance your career in human resources.

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Create, implement and manage policies that ensure equitable treatment of all employees.
2. Manage employee talent, ensuring that the right people are hired for the right positions at the right time.
3. Apply legal frameworks governing HR practices within organizations.
4. Design, analyze, and manage compensation and benefits programs.
5. Design, implementation and evaluate employee training programs that align with organizational needs.
6. Apply an ethical decision-making framework to analyze employment-related dilemmas (e.g., AI use).
7. Apply negotiation strategies in organizational settings—such as pay discussions, conflict resolution, and cross-cultural teamwork.