Human Resources Degree

The human resources program at Gwynedd Mercy College prepares students for careers as a human resources assistant or manager or labor relations manager. The program focuses on managing the development of human capital in organizations and providing services to individuals and groups. Program courses include: personnel and organization policy, human resource dynamics and flows, labor relations, civil rights, laws and regulations, compensation systems, work systems, career management, employee testing and assessment, recruitment, and managing employee and job training programs. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer human resources degrees.

Gwynedd Mercy College

100 Campus Dr, Grove City, PA

Gwynedd Mercy College provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Gwynedd Valley, Pennsylvania and operated as a private institution. The Roman Catholic affiliation at the school is an important part of the history, education and curriculum that defines the school. Gwynedd Mercy College has an annual student enrollment of about two thousand.

Areas of study offered at Gwynedd Mercy College include but are not limited to:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Education
• Psychology
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Public Administration And Social Services

The admissions process will include the submission of an application, student records, and test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam must be taken in order to apply to this school. Scores within the range of 17 - 21 on the ACT or 1320 - 1600 on the SAT are required to greatly increase the chance of getting accepted. This school admits about 50 percent of students applying yearly. Of those applicants accepted, around 31 percent registered for enrollment. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $30,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should use the school's tuition calculator to understand their cost of attendance. Financial aid may be offered to students that meet the required requirements.

Athletic programs are available at Gwynedd Mercy College through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Field Hockey (NCAA Division II)
• Lacrosse (NCAA Division II)

Students may visit the website to see a complete list of programs offered, admissions information, and more that is available at this school.

Career Options for Graduates

Compensation and Benefits Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate compensation and benefits activities of an organization.

Human Resources Managers

Description

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

Training and Development Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the training and development activities and staff of an organization.

Human Resources Specialists

Description

Perform activities in the human resource area. Includes employment specialists who screen, recruit, interview, and place workers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, human resources specialists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

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  • Total Employment: 490
  • Average Hourly Rate: $25.22
  • Average Annual Salary: $52460

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).