Human Resource Management

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

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At the John Chambers College of Business and Economics, we make leaders – and it all happens in our new, state-of-the-art home, Reynolds Hall. Equipped with cutting-edge research centers, experiential learning labs, and student support hubs, Reynolds is here to help you change the world.

Do you have the skills to manage a team?

In the rapidly evolving world of automation and artificial intelligence, the key to organizational success still hinges on people. Our Human Resource Management (HRM) major at the John Chambers College of Business and Economics empowers you to unlock employee potential, promote well-being, and align workforce strategies with organizational goals within any business, government, or nonprofit environment.

A Career Where You Make a Difference

Choosing a career in HR means you have the opportunity to profoundly impact an organization’s greatest asset—its people. This profession allows you to shape policies, foster positive work environments, and boost organizational growth by empowering employees. Beyond just administrative functions, HR professionals play a crucial role in influencing organizational culture, supporting talent development, and solving complex people-related challenges. By enhancing motivation, providing career opportunities, and driving skill development within the workforce, you will be integral in shaping how a company thrives from a people and culture perspective.

Learn from the Best to Be Your Best

HRM Major’s curriculum is designed to provide a robust foundation in business operations, paired with specialized knowledge in HR.

“The faculty’s guidance shaped my approach to problem-solving and managing people effectively. Their mentorship developed my perspective, balancing human-centered strategies with data-driven solutions in my HR career."
Jonathan A. Monroe,
HRM Graduate

You’ll learn from faculty who integrate real-world experience into the classroom, equipping you with the skills to tackle modern HR challenges. Students pursuing the HRM Major will take courses that will impart knowledge of important activities of HR managers such as talent acquisition, training and development, compensation and benefits, conflict management, and collective bargaining / labor relations, in addition to courses that will provide a foundational knowledge of management, leadership, and strategy processes in organizations. Consistent with the emerging trends in the field, students will also study data analytics techniques in the HR context.

Real-World Experience and Opportunities

The program offers experiential learning through case studies, team projects, and internships that pave the way to your professional success. Our graduates find opportunities in diverse fields such as education, healthcare, and technology supported by the student chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), and the Center for Career Development.

Your own job prospects as a graduate of the HRM major are exciting! Human Resources is one of the fields projected to grow in the next decade. Graduates of the HRM Major are well-prepared for a variety of roles, including:

Human Resources Generalist
Human Resources Coordinator
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Recruiting Coordinator
Payroll Specialist

Benefits Administrator
Training and Development
Coordinator/Specialist
Onboarding Specialist

With HR roles expected to grow in the next decade, our program prepares you to enter a field that values strategic, people-centric approaches to business. Embark on a journey that not only enhances your professional caliber but also contributes to organizational excellence. The BUSINESS of HR is YOU!

“Choosing Human Resource (HR) management means choosing a career where you can truly make a difference. With HR, you can fundamentally impact an organization’s greatest asset, which are its people.”

Cameron Elma
Senior HR Generalist, PM&I – AMETEK Land & AMETEK Surface Vision

"It was because of the connections I made with the Management department that I launched my HR career. The real-world skills I gained at WVU had a direct impact at my first company."

Allison Knollinger
Senior HR Business Partner at JLG

92%

Placement Rate

of our undergraduates get placed within 6 months of graduation.

Based on class of '22 - 80% response/knowledge rate

100%

of our HRM students that apply to our Master's of Human Resource Management Graduate program are accepted.

Areas of emphasis enhance your degree and make you even more marketable: Human Resource Management or International Business
Get involved in on-campus groups: WVU Chapter of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and International Business Club
Work with passionate faculty members who conduct world-class research.

Latest News

Let's Talk Business: Advancing HR

Jamie Field, associate professor of management at the John Chambers College of Business and Economics, has always had a strong belief that Chambers students who wanted to become HR professionals have to embrace new technology and get comfortable with data analysis. The emergence of breakthrough AI technologies only strengthened his belief that it was time to bring together students, faculty, business professionals, and community members to showcase cutting-edge insights into how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of Human Resource Management.
Let’s Talk Business: Tips for Landing an Internship

I’m Naimat, a Human Resource Management undergrad and a Peer Career Coach in the Chambers College's Center for Career Development graduating in December 2025. I’ve landed an internship every summer since my freshman year.
Let’s Talk Business: Summing Up the Symposium

On February 21, 2025, West Virginia University hosted its Insurance Symposium event, sponsored by a generous grant from the Spencer Educational Foundation, with attendance from students across multiple majors and alumni representing a wide range of specialties.

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