Human Resources Degree

The human resources program at University of Maine at Machias 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 Maine colleges that offer human resources degrees.

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University of Maine at Machias

Also known as University of Maine-Machias

23 University Drive, Fort Kent, ME

University of Maine at Machias provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Machias, ME and publically funded. The higher teacher/student ratio and access to teachers is due primarily to the limited enrollment, around 1000 students, maintained by University of Maine-Machias.

Areas of study available at University of Maine at Machias include but are not limited to:

• Behavioral Science
• General Studies
• Parks and Recreation
• Biology

To be considered for admissions, students may be asked to complete an application, provide letters of recommendations, and submit school transcripts, which are then evaluated by the admissions committee. The majority of students admitted to University of Maine-Machias achieve an SAT score within the range of 1200 - 1560, or an ACT composite score within the range of 17 - 24. 79% of students that apply are admitted to University of Maine-Machias, of which 43 percent choose to attend. More information from the admissions office can be found at umm.maine.edu.

The tuition at University of Maine at Machias varies based on the state of residence of the student. In-state residents pay around $8,200 per year, while out-of-state residents are charged $21,000 per year. Housing is available for students and costs around $4,200 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Contact information, financial aid information, areas of study, and more may be accessed on school's website at http://www.umm.maine.edu.

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).