The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Human Resource Management at Sam Houston State University prepares students to manage an organization's human resources. This degree emphasizes maximizing the value of human capital in organizations through examination of core HRM practices such as recruitment & selection, training & development, compensation & benefits, and performance management. The curriculum for the BBA in HRM is recognized as being fully aligned with the Society for Human Resource Management's (SHRM) HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates. Human resource management majors are encouraged to participate in the student chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
Professional development opportunities are important for our students and help hone both their hard and soft skills. The B.B.A. in Human Resource Management offers opportunities to become involved in various experiences over the course of your time at SHSU and include the following:
- Leadership in our Student SHRM Chapter
- Travel to local, state, regional, and national conferences
- Participation in case competitions
- Networking sessions with guest speakers
- Community engagement projects with local businesses
- Study abroad opportunities
- Internships
- And more!