What can I do with a degree in Human Resource Management?

Human Resources

Use your UMUC degree in Human Resource Management to pave your way in a satisfying and challenging career. Almost every industry and company needs qualified human resources professionals who can manage employee benefits, recruiting efforts, workplace policies, compensation issues, and much more.

Career Areas

• Benefits
• Compensation
• Employee Relations
• Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS)
• Labor Relations
• Selection and Placement
• Recruiting
• Retention
• Occupational Safety
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Diversity Issues
• Policy Development

Employers

• Financial Institutions
• Hotel, Restaurant, and Retail Chains
• Manufacturing Firms
• Hospitals and Health Care Organizations
• Educational Institutions
• Employment and Staffing Agencies
• Professional Employment Organizations (PEOs)
• Other Medium and Large-Size Organizations
• Nonprofit Organizations
• Labor Unions
• Federal Government Agencies Including: Department of Labor, Employment Security Commission, and Bureau of Labor
• Local and State Government Agencies

Strategies

To ensure career success in human resources, employ these strategies:

• Develop strong computer skills, especially with spreadsheets and databases.
• Obtain internships in human resources.
• Develop presentation skills and conflict resolution abilities through coursework and activities.
• Cultivate strong analytical skills.
• Be willing to start in an entry-level human resources or benefits assistant position.
• Learn about Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards and compliance.
• Earn a graduate degree (MBA, master's degree, or law degree) to reach the highest levels of Human Resource Management.
• Learn government application procedures.
• Complete a federal government internship program.