Why ODU for Human Resource Management?

Any organization's success depends on its people and the professionals who manage and develop them. ODU's online Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) in Human Resource Management prepares you to become a strategic partner in hiring, training, and retaining a talented workforce. 

You'll study how to:

  • Lead employee recruitment, selection, and development.
  • Manage compensation, benefits, and performance systems.
  • Foster employee relations and organizational culture.
  • Apply data-driven HR analytics to improve workplace performance.

Through coursework in organizational behavior, human resource management, and human resource analytics, you'll gain the knowledge and practical skills to manage people effectively and ethically across diverse business environments.

When you graduate, you'll earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Management with a major in Human Resource Management from ODU's AACSB-accredited Strome College of Business.

Interested in earning an MBA or MPA? 
You could earn graduate credits while you complete your ODU bachelor’s degree. Check out our MBA Early Entry program or MPA Early Start program for details.

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Program Information

Minimum
30 Credit Hours
Total
120 Credit Hours

To earn a bachelor's degree from ODU, you must complete at least 30 credit hours with us. Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Human Resource Management requires 120 total credit hours.

Talk with our enrollment team to determine how your credits will transfer. The catalog can serve as a guide for planning your course of study.

Explore Management Courses in the Catalog

Accelerated Major Courses

Most courses in the major follow an accelerated 8-week format. 

Many classes don't have a scheduled meeting time, so you can fit class into your personal schedule. You will access course materials and complete assignments online. The instructor may schedule specific deadlines for assignments or specific times to take exams.

Minimum
30 Credit Hours
Total
120 Credit Hours

To earn a bachelor's degree from ODU, you must complete at least 30 credit hours with us. Our Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a major in Human Resource Management requires 120 total credit hours.

Talk with our enrollment team to determine how your credits will transfer. The catalog can serve as a guide for planning your course of study.

Explore Management Courses in the Catalog

Accelerated Major Courses

Most courses in the major follow an accelerated 8-week format. 

Many classes don't have a scheduled meeting time, so you can fit class into your personal schedule. You will access course materials and complete assignments online. The instructor may schedule specific deadlines for assignments or specific times to take exams.

Cost & Aid

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In-state Virginia Residents
$268 per credit hour*
Out-of-State Students
$444 per credit hour

Active duty military students may qualify for a discounted undergraduate tuition rate.

These tuition rates are effective Fall 2025 and subject to change. 

* In-state rate assumes residency requirements are met.

The newest class of graduates through ODUGlobal celebrated commencement in May 2024.
Scholarship & Aid

Scholarship Opportunities for Online Students

At ODUGlobal, we offer a variety of scholarships to support and empower you in achieving your academic and career goals, making quality education accessible wherever you are. 

Careers

Human Resources Managers
Growth
6.5%
Median Salary
$136,350
Human Resources Specialists
Growth
7.9%
Median Salary
$67,650
Training and Development Specialists
Growth
11.5%
Median Salary
$64,340
Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists
Growth
7.0%
Median Salary
$74,530

Business Enrollment Team

Our dedicated enrollment team will guide your transition to ODUGlobal.

Tracy Munoz
Tracy Munoz
Enrollment Coordinator
Laura Stevens
Laura Stevens
Enrollment Coordinator

Ready to Apply?

This bachelor's program is available entirely online. If you’ve never taken college classes before, you'll apply to ODU as a freshman. We have enrollment coordinators to help you through the admissions process.

For this program, you'll need to be accepted as a degree-seeking student. Additionally, you will need to apply to the Strome College of Business.

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