College of Business

Human Resource Management

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BADM)

The Human Resources Management (HRM) option focuses on the process of building an organization’s human talent as a means of competitive advantage. Accredited by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), this option offers hands-on learning in employee recruitment, selection, development, compensation, and performance management.

Want to surround yourself with like-minded peers and professionals? Then joining Chico State's Society for Human Resource Management Club(opens in new window) is right up your alley!


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What Careers Can an HR Management Degree Offer?

A BADM-Human Resource Management degree paves the way to a variety of career options after graduation. Graduates from Chico State have secured leadership roles in industries or positions including:

  • Human Resources Assistant
  • Recruiting Specialist
  • Career Advisor
  • Job Analyst
  • Program Manager
  • Personnel Recruiter
  • Safety Specialist
  • Human Resources Manager
  • Compensation Professional 

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Is HR Management Right for Me?

You may want to consider the Human Resource Management option if you are:

  • A strategic thinker who can focus on the big picture 
  • Decisive and have the ability to make sound and logical decisions.
  • A problem solver able to work through complex details and find solutions

Median pay for Human Resources Manager


AACSB Accredited

Did you know that less than 6% of business schools worldwide meet the rigorous accreditation standards set forth by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International (AACSB)? We’re proud to say that Chico State’s College of Business is one of them! In fact, this accreditation allows our students access to faculty who are not only industry experts but also open doors to many networking and internship opportunities.

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How to Apply

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About Chico State

Nationally Ranked

U.S. News and World Report consistently ranks us in the top 10 of regional public universities in the West, and Forbes ranks Chico State as a top college for educational quality and value (just to name a few).

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