Build a Better Career in Human Resources
B.S. Human Resource Management
Where a Career in Human Resources Can Take You
Build a better career for yourself and your organization. The WGU School of Business’s B.S. in Human Resource Management equips you with HR skills for a stable, rewarding career across almost any industry.
HR careers can grow from supporting operations to leading workforce strategy—unlocking greater responsibility, earning potential, and the ability to shape workplace culture.
With this degree, you may pursue roles such as:
- HR Manager
- Talent Acquisition Manager
- Total Rewards Specialist
- HRIS Analyst
- Director of HR
- Vice President of HR
- Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
By 2034, the number of HR management jobs are projected to grow by 5%, signaling steady demand.¹
Understand Key HR Concepts Through Applied Learning
This program combines people strategy and business operations through applied learning, preparing you to contribute immediately.
In this program you will:
- Design hiring and onboarding strategies
- Evaluate regulatory compliance and employment risk
- Build competitive total rewards strategies
- Apply workforce analytics to inform decisions
- Earn a SHRM specialty credential through a capstone project
- Complete a WGU certificate in HR Technology and Analytics for Decision Making
From WGU Graduate to HR Leadership
As regulations, technology, and workforce expectations evolve, HR leaders play a critical role in managing risk, developing talent, and aligning strategy with business goals.
Take the next step toward HR leadership. There’s no application fee, and we’ll support you every step of the way.
WGU Grads Hold Positions With Top Employers
Accredited, Respected,
Recognized™
One important measure of a degree’s value is the reputation of the university where it was earned. When employers, industry leaders, and academic experts hold your alma mater in high esteem, you reap the benefits of that respect. WGU is a pioneer in reinventing higher education for the 21st century, and our quality is institutionally recognized.
Prepared for Success on the Job
*From a 2024 Harris Poll of 300 employers of WGU graduates.
100% of employers said that WGU graduates were prepared for their jobs.*
94% of employers said WGU graduates meet or exceed expectations*
95% of employers rated the "soft skills" of WGU grads as equal to or better than graduates from other institutions*
Undergraduate
School of Business undergraduate program tuition
$3,830 — $3,830
Graduate
School of Business graduate program tuition
$4,805 — 4,805
Tuition rates effective January 1, 2026. Costs are per six-month term. Tuition covers unlimited courses per term.
All programs: $200 per-term Resource Fee covers e-textbooks and learning resources.
Undergraduate
School of Business undergraduate program tuition
$3,830 — $3,830
Graduate
School of Business graduate program tuition
$4,805 — 4,805
Tuition rates effective January 1, 2026. Costs are per six-month term. Tuition covers unlimited courses per term.
All programs: $200 per-term Resource Fee covers e-textbooks and learning resources.
