B.S.
Bachelor's of Science

Human Resource Management

Gain the tools to lead, support, and grow successful teams.

SUNY Empire’s online bachelor’s in human resources combines core business knowledge with specialized HR training in staffing, benefits, labor law, and organizational development. This flexible HRM online degree prepares you for leadership roles across industries while offering elective options to tailor your path. With a strong foundation in both strategy and ethics, you'll graduate ready to make an impact in today’s complex workplaces. 

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Program Overview

Bachelor's of Science in Human Resource Management

B.S.
Earn your online HR degree and build the skills to lead, manage, and support today’s evolving workforce

Format

100% Online

How it Works

Tuition

$295 / credit

Tuition & Fees

Credits

124

Course Catalog

Next term starts

Fall 2025

  • Course list

    • MGMT 1005 

      Principles of Management 

       

    • ACCT 2005 

      Introductory Accounting I: Financial Accounting 

       

    • ECON 2015 & ECON 2020 Macroeconomics and Microeconomics or ECON 2010 Introductory Economics: Micro & Macro 

       

       

    • MRKT 1005 

      Marketing Principles 

       

    • FSMA 3010 

      Corporate Finance 

       

    • BUSN 3010 

      Business Ethics 

       

    • BUSN 2010 

      Business Statistics 

       

    • HRMS 3020 

      Human Resources Information System 

       

    • HRMS 3015 

      Human Resource Management 

       

    • HRMS 3040 

      Staffing the Organization 

       

    • HRMS 3005 

      Compensation & Benefits 

       

    • HRMS 4010 

      Employment & Labor Law 

       

    • HRMS 3010 

      Diversity in the Workplace 

       

    • HRMS 3043 

      Training & Development 

       

    • MGMT 3060 

      Organizational Behavior 

       

    • HRMS 3025  

      International Human Resources Management

       

    • HRMS 4020 

      Strategic Human Resource Management 

       

Ready to Apply?

The deadline for the Fall 2025 term is August 1. How to Apply

Build Your Foundation for Strategic HR Leadership

What you'll learn

  • Applying HR laws and regulations to the workplac
  • Design inclusive training programs for today’s diverse workforce
  • Use data for workforce analysis and strategic planning 
  • Apply ethical standards and business principles to guide responsible decision-making 

Get Ready for Your Human Resources Career

Our online HRM program opens doors to in-demand human resources careers in virtually any field. Possible careers include: 

  • Human Resources Manager 
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist 
  • Training and Development Manager 
  • Compensation and Benefits Analyst 
  • Employee Relations Specialist 
Career Services
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SUNY Empire has been a game-changer for me. As a working adult, the flexibility to study when and how it fits into my life has been invaluable. It's not just about getting a degree; it's about transforming your life at your own pace.
Elena 
‘17, ‘23

Interested? Take the Next Steps

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Start Your Journey to a Successful Human Resource Management Career 

We're here to support you every step of the way, making your journey to an HR degree as smooth as possible. Our dedicated advisors provide the guidance and information you need to make confident choices and move closer to your goals. 

 

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Check for Prior Learning Credits

Put your past experience toward your degree. Use transfer credits, work experience, or life skills to get a head start, save money, and earn your degree faster.

How To Get Credits

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Apply for Your Online Human Resource Management B.S. 

Make sure you have all the admissions requirements and complete your application to be ready for our next term! 

How To Apply

Next start term

Fall 2025

Deadline to apply

August 1

Start Your Degree

as soon as September 2, 2025.

Meet Your Professors

Our faculty have decades of real-world experience in human resources, business, and organizational leadership. They won’t just help you earn your online HRM degree; they’ll challenge you to think strategically, navigate complex workplace dynamics, and grow into a confident, ethical leader ready to shape the future of work. 

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Associate Professor

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Joel Goldberg

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