Human Resources Degree

The human resources program at Southern New Hampshire University 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 New Hampshire colleges that offer human resources degrees.

Southern New Hampshire University

12 Interchange Dr, West Lebanon, NH

Southern New Hampshire University is a nonprofit private college that has a large number of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Manchester, New Hampshire, in a predominantly urban area. Approximately 8,000 students are enrolled yearly at Southern New Hampshire University.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs SNHU offers:

• Business And Marketing Studies
• Psychology
• Health And Clinical Professions
• Social Sciences
• Education
• English Language And Literature

The admissions process will begin with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then reviewed by admissions officials. Most students admitted to this school score in-between 1310 to 1620 on the SAT exam. SNHU has an acceptance rate of about 84 percent of which only 23 percent chose to enroll.

Tuition is approximately $30,000 for the year, though it may change based on different types of circumstances. Students should check the school's tuition calculator to determine cost. The cost of on-campus housing is estimated to be $8,200 per year. This school may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that are eligible by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.

The Southern New Hampshire University Penmen participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Golf (NCAA Division II)

Contact information, academics information, programs offered, and more may be viewed on school's website at www.snhu.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Human Resources Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Southern New Hampshire University has offered the following academic levels for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Post-Baccalaureate Certificate
• Master's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

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

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