Program Quick Facts
Career Relevant
Develop expertise in recruitment, employee relations, compensation, and talent management to lead in HR.
100% Online
Flexible, online classes make it easier to reach your goals while balancing work and family life.
Scholarships Available
Get up to 100% of tuition covered with the New Mexico Opportunity Scholarship.*
Build a Career in Human Resource Management
A career in human resource (HR) management puts you at the center of initiatives that attract, retain, and develop top talent while fostering a workplace culture built on professionalism and ethical best practices.
Top Employers Hiring HR Graduates
- ADP – Payroll & HR Services
- Marriott – Hospitality & Tourism
- Corporate HR Departments – Business & Finance
- Healthcare Networks – Hospitals & Medical Groups
- Government Agencies – Public Sector HR
NMSU Global Campus now offers a 100% online Business Administration (BBA) in Human Resource Management. This online human resources degree program provides a strong foundation in core business disciplines like accounting and business law—while specializing in key HR functions, including staffing, training, compensation, international management, and information systems.
Learn the Essentials of HR:
- Recruit, develop, and retain top talent.
- Navigate labor laws and workplace ethics.
- Understand compensation systems.
- Develop acumen in information systems, accounting, and finance.
- Apply HR strategies to real-world challenges.
Human Resources Career Pathways
Graduates with a BBA in Human Resource Management find careers in corporate HR departments, government agencies, consulting firms, and non-profit organizations.
Here are just a few examples of the many career options available to NMSU Global Campus HR Management majors:
- Compensation and Benefits Analyst
- Employee Relations Manager
- Human Resources Manager
- HR Data and Analytics Specialist
- Labor Relations Consultant
- Talent Acquisition Specialist
- Training and Development Specialist
“The support of my mentor and success coach helped me overcome Imposter Syndrome and realize that it shouldn't hinder my success at NMSU. Their support was instrumental in motivating me to graduate as a Crimson Scholar with a 3.9 GPA.”
Patsy G., Class of 2024
Accredited by AASCB International, the BBA degree in Human Resource Management at NMSU Global Campus meets the highest business school standards worldwide. This program integrates HR-specific knowledge with core business disciplines like accounting, finance, and business law, ensuring you graduate with a well-rounded skill set.
You’ll gain professional knowledge of other business disciplines in this program, including information systems, accounting, economics, finance, business law, and management. We also offer an independent study in entrepreneurship in addition to our marketing courses.
In this program, you will:
- Understand the professional areas of human resource management and their strategic role in organizations.
- Examine the concerns and functions of employees, management, and government in employment systems.
- Develop ethical reasoning skills and apply HR best practices in real-world scenarios.
Delivery Format: 100% online
Program Credits: 120 credits
Cost Per Credit Hour: $395.40**
Active Military Cost Per Credit Hour: $250*
College: Business
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The BBA in Human Resource Management program consists of 120 credits. To earn this degree, you need to complete all University degree requirements, which include General Education requirements, Viewing a Wider World requirements, and elective credits, with 48 credits in courses numbered 300 or above.
| Sample Courses | Credits |
|---|---|
| BCIS 461: Business Analytics I | 3 |
| MGMT 309: Human Behavior in Organizations | 3 |
| MGMT 332: Human Resources Management | 3 |
| MGMT 333: Training and Development | 3 |
| MGMT 451: Strategic Talent Management | 3 |
| MGMT 460: Compensation Management | 3 |
Developmental coursework will not count toward the degree requirements and/or elective credits but may be needed in order to take the necessary English and Mathematics coursework.
At NMSU Global Campus, we strive to offer competitively priced tuition to keep your tuition costs affordable. If you need financial aid, we’re ready to work with you to determine the best ways to finance your education.
Financial assistance includes loans, grants, and scholarship opportunities. To apply, use NMSU’s convenient Scholar Dollar$ one-stop scholarship application, which serves all students in the NMSU system.
NMSU and NMSU Global Campus students are also eligible for loans and grants. The first step in applying for financial aid is to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Learn more about financial aid opportunities at NMSU.
Contact Financial Aid
Phone: 1-888-729-6678
Email: globalFA@nmsu.edu
Accreditation
New Mexico State University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Specialized accreditation from other accrediting agencies is also granted for some programs. NMSU’s accreditation ensures that your education meets high-quality standards and that your credits are transferable.
*Terms and conditions apply.
**For NMSU Global Campus programs and courses, the per credit hour cost is listed above. Special tuition agreements (Western Undergraduate Exchange, Descubre, etc.) are not applicable to NMSU Global Campus programs. Course fees still apply and are charged separately. Textbooks, uniforms, equipment, etc., are additional program costs. Additional per credit costs might be charged by the program, department or college.