The Career and Professional Development Center is open! To schedule an appointment, call 508-213-2489 or email us at cpdc@nichols.edu for more information.

Human Resource Management

At the heart of every workplace, is a human resources team. A Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a concentration in Human Resource Management prepares students to become leaders in a myriad of fields and industries. Whether you want to improve benefit packages for large firms or recruit talent for small businesses, Nichols will provide you the foundation needed to succeed in the industry.

HR management professionals work both directly and indirectly with all employees of an organization and serve to bridge the gap between upper management and their employees. They also strive to make all members of the organization feel supported and motivated. Our program prepares students for real life in the fulfilling role of an HR professional by educating them on such issues as employee rights, performance management, and global talent management. Other core aspects of employment human resource managers handle include:

recruiting and staffing
administration of compensation and benefits
implementing employee training protocols
ensuring company compliance with labor laws

Related Majors

Jobs & Professions

HR Director
Director of Training and Development
Vice President of Human Resources and Administration
HR Consultant
Senior HR Manager
Director of Compensation and Benefits
Employee Relations Manager
Recruiter

What can I do with a Human Resource Management Major?

Featured Articles

9 Effective Employee Retention Strategies You Haven’t Tried

News & Articles
Published on July 19, 2022

Company leaders who’d hoped for an early-2022 end to the Great Resignation will need to hang on a little longer, it seems. One recent survey showed that nearly a quarter of workers plan to leave their jobs this year, with …

By Liv McConnell - Ivy Exec

3 Tips for Remote Onboarding

News & Articles
Published on July 19, 2022

Illustration by Marian Blair

There are quite a few boxes to check when you start a new job. You’ll be expected to get to know your colleagues, familiarize yourself with organizational systems, and make a good impression, all while doing …

By Angel Eduardo - Idealist Careers

M	8:30 am - 4:30 pm
T	8:30 am - 4:30 pm
W	8:30 am - 4:30 pm
TH	8:30 am - 4:30 pm
F	8:30 am - 4:30 pm