Business Administration students who choose the Human Resource Management option will develop the critical, conceptual and interpersonal skills that are essential to employment in management positions of organizations. Students will gain an understanding of all aspects of talent management, including job analysis and design, workforce planning and staffing, compensation and benefits, performance management, career planning and training and employee and organizational development.

Learning Outcomes

  • Knowledge of HR’s strategic role in organizations.
  • An understanding of employment law, including its role in HR compliance and labor relations.
  • An understanding of all aspects of talent management, including job analysis and design, workforce planning and staffing, compensation and benefits, performance management, career planning and training and employee and organizational development.
  • Knowledge of human resource information systems, data analytics and HR metrics.
  • To develop the data analytic skills required to make informed HR decision-making.
  • An understanding of HR’s role in workplace health, safety, security and change management.
  • The ability to manage a diverse and global workforce.
  • Develop leadership and strategic planning skills.
  • Master data-driven decision-making.
  • Understand global business dynamics and ethical practices

Quick Facts

Tuition
On-campus: $40,140*
Online: $46,320*
Duration
4 years
Credit Hours
120

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Tuition Estimates

On-campus $40,140*
Online $46,320*

*These numbers represent an estimate of the in-state tuition cost for this program and do not include fees. To get an estimate of the full cost of attendance check out the cost of attendance page and/or use the tuition calculator.

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You can submit your non-refundable application fee online, after completing the online application. Alternately, it can also be mailed to the university, payable to University of Illinois Springfield.

Domestic students: Undergraduate - $50, Graduate - $60;

International students: Undergraduate - $60, Graduate - $75.

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Courses & Catalog Information

Career Outlook & Potential Earnings

Graduates of this program may find opportunities in the following careers. Data sourced from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Human Resources Specialists

Bright Outlook

Recruit, screen, interview, or place individuals within an organization. May perform other activities in multiple human resources areas.

Median Annual Wage $75,940
Wage Range $47,180 – $128,720
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Speaking
  • Active Listening
  • Reading Comprehension
Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree

Human Resources Managers

Bright Outlook

Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization.

Median Annual Wage $149,280
Wage Range $88,200 – $267,810
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Active Listening
  • Management of Personnel Resources
  • Reading Comprehension
Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate, Post-secondary certificate

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Bright Outlook

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primar

Median Annual Wage $99,080
Wage Range $47,180 – $209,470
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Speaking
  • Instructing
  • Active Listening
Typical Education: Doctoral degree, Master’s degree, Bachelor’s degree

Management Analysts

Bright Outlook

Conduct organizational studies and evaluations, design systems and procedures, conduct work simplification and measurement studies, and prepare operations and procedures manuals to assist management i

Median Annual Wage $101,860
Wage Range $60,640 – $171,640
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Reading Comprehension
Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, Some college, no degree

Business Operations Specialists, All Other

All business operations specialists not listed separately.

Business Continuity Planners

Bright Outlook

Develop, maintain, or implement business continuity and disaster recovery strategies and solutions, including risk assessments, business impact analyses, strategy selection, and documentation of busin

Median Annual Wage $83,050
Wage Range $47,880 – $150,010
Projected Growth Bright
Top Skills:
  • Active Listening
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree, Post-baccalaureate certificate, Master’s degree
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