Human Resource Management

Overview

The Human Resource Management program of Rutgers University is a multidisciplinary major that draws heavily from business strategy, psychology, economics, and sociology. Students will gain exposure to a broad range of HR topics, gain marketable business skills without a business degree, and are taught current HR strategies by top faculty in the field with genuine interest in students' success. Participants also have the option to continue their studies through SMLR's Masters’ Advantage Plan.

Careers in Human Resource Management

A degree or minor in Human Resource Management (HRM) will prepare you to be a strategic HR business partner. Facing stiffer competition in the global marketplace, the role of HRM has undergone a concomitant transformation. Much of the “administrivia” has either been engineered out of the job or has been automated. Some of the HR functions have been distributed to general line managers. As a consequence, there is a need for line managers to broaden their knowledge about how to add value to the organization through effective HR strategies. SMLR will prepare you for these and additional roles in the field of HR.

A degree or minor in HRM prepares you for a diverse array of career opportunities across industries and sectors. The degree provides students with unique skills and knowledge that are sought after by prospective employers. Below are some potential career paths to pursue with a degree or minor in HRM.