Human Resources Degree

The human resources program at University of Alabama in Huntsville 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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University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH)

1200 Taylor Rd, Montgomery, AL

UAH is a public institution located in Huntsville, AL and provides a large number of degree programs for students. Nearly 7,600 students enroll at UAH per year.

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

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

The admissions process begins with the submission of an application, transcripts, records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by the admissions office. The majority of students accepted to UAH achieve an SAT score between 1020 - 1300, or an ACT score within the range of 22 - 29. 64% of applicants are admitted to University of Alabama in Huntsville, of which 54% choose to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.

The tuition at University of Alabama in Huntsville varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay close to $8,900 per year and out-of-state residents are charged $21,000 per year. Student housing is available on-campus for students. The yearly cost of housing is estimated to be $6,000. UAH may offer financial aid for students that are eligible as loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.

University of Alabama in Huntsville offers a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:

• Baseball (NCAA Division II)
• Basketball (NCAA Division II)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division II)
• Ice Hockey (NCAA Division II)

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

• Montgomery, AL
  • Total Employment: 570
  • Average Hourly Rate: $26.48
  • Average Annual Salary: $55070

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