Human Resources Degree

The human resources program at Auburn University – Montgomery 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 Alabama colleges that offer human resources degrees.

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Auburn University – Montgomery (AUM)

300 N Beaty St, Athens, AL

Auburn University - Montgomery is a public institution that has a large number of degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in Montgomery, Alabama, in a predominantly urban area. Enrollment at AUM is nearly 5,800 annually.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

• Health And Clinical Professions
• Business And Marketing Studies
• Biological And Biomedical Sciences
• Education

To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. Most students accepted to Auburn University - Montgomery score in a range of 18 - 23 on the ACT. An estimated 80% of all students that applied were admitted at this school, with 48% of those admitted choosing to attend. More information on admissions can be found at aum.edu.

Tuition & fees at AUM are different for in-state and out-of-state residents. In-state tuition costs close to $8,300 per year, while out-of-state tuition costing $24,000 for the year. The cost of on-campus housing is about $4,400 annually. Auburn University - Montgomery may offer financial aid for students who qualify in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

The mascot for AUM is the "Senators", and they participate in intercollegiate athletics through the oversight and organization of the NAIA. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NAIA Division I)
• Basketball (NAIA Division I)
• Soccer (NAIA Division I)
• Softball (NAIA Division I)
• Tennis (NAIA Division I)

Students can take a look at the school's http://www.aum.edu to see additional information or simply complete the form on this page to learn more about the school's admissions requirements.

Students Enrolled in the Human Resources Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. AUM offers a bachelor's degree program in human resources.

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

Salary & Wages

• Huntsville, AL
  • Total Employment: 900
  • Average Hourly Rate: $33.71
  • Average Annual Salary: $70120

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