Is There Anyone Out There With A Degree In Human Resources?

I’m getting my BS in HR management this May. I was just curious what kind of job I can expect to get right out of college? Should I continue on and get my MBA or can I work my way up in the job force with just a BS?

2 comments to Is There Anyone Out There With A Degree In Human Resources?

  • The First Lady

    you can definitely find a job with just a b.s. if you have the gift of gab you can even be an HR mgr in some cases.
    i’d say you can count on starting out as an HR Generalist or Recruiter. HR is a good dept because it allows for quick advancement. In a year or two you can easily become an HR Manager.
    Getting an MBA is always a plus – but its not a requirement

  • two_kee_…

    According to the US Dept of Labor, with a BS in HR, you can do the following:
    Entry-level human resource duties:
    The duties given to entry-level workers will vary, depending on whether the new workers have a degree in human resource management, have completed an internship, or have some other type of human resources-related experience. Entry-level employees commonly learn the profession by performing administrative duties—helping to enter data into computer systems, compiling employee Handbooks, researching information for a supervisor, or answering the phone and handling routine questions. Entry-level workers often enter formal or on-the-job training programs in which they learn how to classify jobs, interview applicants, or administer employee benefits. They then are assigned to specific areas in the human resources department to gain experience. Later, they may advance to a managerial position, supervising a major element of the human resources program—compensation or training, for example.
    Specialities in HR:
    In a small organization, a human resources generalist may handle all aspects of human resources work, and thus require an extensive range of knowledge. The responsibilities of human resources generalists can vary widely, depending on their employer’s needs. In a large corporation, the top human resources executive usually develops and manages human resources programs and policies.
    Employment and placement managers supervise the hiring and separation of employees and supervise various workers, including equal employment opportunity specialists and recruitment specialists. Employment, recruitment, and placement specialists recruit and place workers.
    Recruiters maintain contacts within the community and may travel considerably, often to college campuses, to search for promising job applicants. Recruiters screen, interview, and occasionally test applicants. They also may check references and extend job offers.
    Employment interviewers—whose many job titles include human resources consultants, human resources development specialists, and human resources coordinators—help to match employers with qualified jobseekers.
    Compensation, benefits, and job analysis specialists conduct programs for employers and may specialize in specific areas such as position classifications or pensions. Job analysts, occasionally called position classifiers, collect and examine detailed information about job duties in order to prepare job descriptions.
    Employee benefits managers and specialists manage the company’s employee benefits program, notably its health insurance and pension plans.
    Employee assistance plan managers, also called employee welfare managers, are responsible for a wide array of programs covering occupational safety and health standards and practices.
    Training and development managers and specialists conduct and supervise training and development programs for employees.
    How can you advance:
    Exceptional human resources workers may be promoted to director of human resources or industrial relations, which can eventually lead to a top managerial or executive position. Others may join a consulting firm or open their own business. A Ph.D. is an asset for teaching, writing, or consulting work.
    When should you get an advanced degree?
    A master’s degree in human resources, labor relations, or in business administration with a concentration in human resources management is highly recommended for those seeking general and top management positions.
    Good luck!

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