Bachelor of Science in
Leadership & Human Resource Development

Become an effective leader.

As a student in LHRD program, you will learn how to foster learning, development, and change in individuals, organizations, and communities through coursework and experiential learning opportunities.

Whether you aspire to lead teams within an organization, start your own business, or pursue a career in public service, our program will help you achieve your goals.

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What is Leadership & Human Resource Development?

Leadership and Human Resource Development (HRD) is a field of study that focuses on developing the skills and knowledge necessary to become an effective leader in an organization or community. It is a multidisciplinary field that draws on principles from psychology, sociology, management, and education.

Human Resource Development is concerned with the development and training of individuals within an organization. This includes activities such as employee training and development, performance management, and career planning. HRD aims to help individuals reach their full potential and contribute to the success of the organization.

What You'll Learn

Overall, graduates of the program will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to become effective leaders and managers in a variety of industries and settings.

Some of the learning outcomes include:

Leadership Skills
Human Resource Management
Organizational Behavior
Strategic Planning

Ethics and Social Responsibility
Diversity and Inclusion
Professional Development
Experiential Learning

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LHRD 4901, PSYC 2016, PSYC 2040, PSYC 3020, PSYC 3050, CMST 2064, CMST 3060, CMST 3112, CMST 3118, WGS 2900, ANTH 1003, ANTH 2051, AAAS 2000, AAAS 3425, POLI 2053, POLI 2057, POLI 2070, POLI 3909, MGT 4322, MGT 4523, SOCL 2001, SOCL 2411, SOCL 2511, SOCL 2501, SOCL 2511, SOCL 3505, SOCL 3601.

Additional electives can be approved by the LHRD Program Coordinator.

SHRM Academically Aligned

The Society for Human Resource Development (SHRM), the national organization, and foremost expert, convener, and thought leader on issues impacting today’s evolving workplaces, recognized that our curriculum prepares HRD students to meet the needs of today’s businesses.

How does this benefit you?
Students enrolled in our aligned program are eligible to apply for the SHRM-CP exam, providing them with a career advantage. They also receive student pricing advantages when sitting for the exam and can enjoy favorable exam eligibility requirements.

Career Path

With an undergraduate degree in Leadership and Human Resource Development, you'll be prepared for a wide range of exciting and fulfilling careers. Graduates of this program are in high demand in a variety of industries, including business, healthcare, education, government, and non-profit organizations.

Some of the potential career paths for graduates of this program include:

Human Resource Manager
Organizational Development Consultant
Leadership Development Specialist

Training and Development Manager
Talent Acquisition Specialist

Our graduates are highly sought after by leading organizations across a range of industries, including energy, government, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and non-profit sectors.