Business Administration, Master of Business Administration (MBA) - Concentration in Human Resources
Our department offers an all-encompassing Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. We recognize the paramount importance of flexibility and convenience in today's fast-paced world. To cater to the diverse demands of our students, we provide the online MBA, which offers unparalleled flexibility in effectively managing both professional and personal commitments.
The content and expectations reflect the skills required in the corporate world. You will be prepared to compete with other MBAs in the job market and manage challenging situations that arise as you climb the corporate ladder, start your own business, or tackle complex problems.
The Human Resources concentration is for professionals and managers who seek to acquire expertise in enhancing talent management and leadership development capabilities, and managing organizational transformations in business, industry, government, and non-profit organizations. Students are required to take two required courses and one elective course specific to the concentration, for a total of 36 credit hours.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Leadership (G1, G2, G3): Effectively set and achieve team goals, leading and supporting others, and collaborating and resolving conflicts among team members.
- Critical Thinking & Business Analysis (G1, G2, G3): Interpret financial/business statements and analyze and apply business data using quantitative techniques.
- Communication (G3): Clearly and professionally communicate complex concepts and business documents through writing and oral presentation skills.
- Global Citizenship (G1, G2, G3): Understand and demonstrate ethical individual/group behaviors for organization to sustain in local as well as global market.
Related Links
Business Administration - Human Resources, MBA Program Page
CURRICULUM GUIDE
- Overall/Major GPA: 3.00 or higher
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MBA Core Requirements | ||
| ACCT 612 | Corporate Accounting | 3 |
| ECON 602 | Managerial Economics | 3 |
| ECON 619 | Quantitative Analysis | 3 |
| FIN 603 | Global Dynamics of Business | 3 |
| or MRKT 603 | Global Dynamics of Business | |
| FIN 620 | Financial Management | 3 |
| MGMT 620 | Supply Chain Management | 3 |
| MGMT 658 | Strategic Management | 3 |
| MIS 610 | Business Analysis and Decision Support | 3 |
| MRKT 658 | Strategic Marketing Management | 3 |
| Human Resources Concentration Requirements | ||
| Human Resources Required Coursework | ||
| MGMT 651 | Organizational Dynamics | 3 |
| MGMT 655 | Strategic Human Resource Management | 3 |
| Human Resources Concentration Electives | ||
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Master's Project | ||
| Leadership and Talent Development | ||
| Managing Change for Competitive Advantage | ||
| Total Hours | 36 | |
Important Curriculum Guide Notes
This Curriculum Guide is provided to help SRU students and prospective students better understand their intended major curriculum. Enrolled SRU students should note that the My Rock Audit may place already-earned and/or in progress courses in different, yet valid, curriculum categories. Enrolled SRU students should use the My Rock Audit Report and materials and information provided by their faculty advisers to ensure accurate progress towards degree completion. The information on this guide is current as of the date listed. Students are responsible for curriculum requirements at the time of enrollment at the University.
PASSHE - Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education Institutions
Major Code: 9MBO
Concentration Code: HUMO
UCC: 03.01.2022 & 3.22.22
REVISED: 02.06.2023