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A bachelor of art in social science with a concentration in human resources management usually takes four years to complete and incorporates general education classes, such as English I, along with intense coursework in the social sciences and the focused specialty of human resources management. Students will hone their creative thinking skills and leadership qualities through employing effective problem solving abilities and engaging with peers, faculty, and others. A bachelor of art in social science with a concentration in human resources Management degree encompasses learning how to navigate fast paced business environments and how to affect other people’s performance levels for the better. This coursework will assist students in analyzing key issues in performance effectiveness, leadership competencies, human development, multicultural communications, and diversity in the workplace. This degree program is unique because it emphasizes application of social, psychological, and conceptual theories which provide the framework for human resources management. This critical engagement is used outside of the classroom in work environments and it allows students to apply interpersonal skills, to identify organizational systems, and to advance their own personal endeavors in the business industry. Students benefit from an interdisciplinary approach and can take this knowledge to the next level by pursuing upper level graduate work upon receipt of their bachelor’s degree.

Example Courses

• Environmental Psychology
• Principles of Management and Organization
• International Management

Potential Industries

• Industrial Psychology
• Human Development
• Business Administration

Colleges Offering Degree

• Ashford University
• New York University Online
• Washington State University