Human Resource Management Associate in Science

The Human Resource Management Associate in Science Degree curriculum covers essential concepts in human resource management. Students will develop skills to minimize potential liabilities in tough areas such as: hiring, terminations, workers’ compensation, and sexual harassment, best practices in performance appraisals, better hiring techniques, planning benefit packages, and maintaining a safe work environment which can help the Human Resource Manager recruit and retain a diverse top notch workforce.  The Bakersfield College Human Resource Management Associate in Science is primarily designed to provide formal training for careers in human resources-related jobs, such as human resources management, recruitment, training and development, compensation and benefits, and employee relations.

Upon successful completion of the Human Resource Management  A.S. Degree, students will have the skills necessary to obtain an entry-level position in Human Resources, or for career advancement, or to enable a student to transfer to a four-year institution to continue their studies in Human Resource Management. To Achieve the Associate of Science: Upon completion of graduation requirements and the required degree courses with at least a ‘C’ (or “P”) for each course in the major grade in each course, the student will be awarded an Associate of Science degree.

Program Learning Outcomes:
1. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to analyze and interpret the legal and ethical frameworks governing Human Resource Management.
2. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to demonstrate proficiency in performing key HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and performance management, by applying relevant HR techniques and best practices.
3. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to explain how Federal, State, and local laws affect public and private employers, and apply this knowledge to ensure organizational compliance and promote equitable treatment in the workplace.
4. Upon successful completion of the program, the student will be able to evaluate labor relations and collective bargaining agreements in both public and private sectors and analyze their impact and implications.

A demand for Human Resource Management roles in our service region has spurred the creation of a Human Resource Management Associate in Science Degree. This degree addresses the increasing demand by facilitating career progression or equipping students for entry-level roles in Human Resources. This program offers a more cost-effective option to our community.

Discipline: Business Education

Pathway: Business Pathway

Program Requirements:

The following courses are required for the completion of the core courses:

Term 1: (15 Units)

• BSADB61 - Human Resources Management 
• BSADB20 - Introduction to Business
• Area 1a: English Composition
• Area 1b: Oral Communication or Critical Thinking
• Elective Units 

Term 2: (15 units)

• COMPB5 - Introduction to Microsoft 365
• BSADB18 - Business Law
• Area 2: Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning
• Area 7: Lifelong Learning and Understanding
• Elective Units

Term 3:

• BSADB62 - Talent Acquisition
• BSADB63 - Compensation and Benefits
• Area 3: Arts and Humanities
• Area 4: Social and Behavioral Science
• Area 7b: Kinesiology  movement- based course
• Electives

Term 4:

• BSADB88 - Office Procedures
• BSADB65 - Principles of Organizational Communication
• Area 5: Natural Science
• Area 6: Ethnic Studies
• Area 8: American Institutions 

Discipline: Business Education

Pathway: Business Pathway

Program Requirements:

The following courses are required for the completion of the core courses:

Term 1: (15 Units)

• BSADB61 - Human Resources Management 
• BSADB20 - Introduction to Business
• Area 1a: English Composition
• Area 1b: Oral Communication or Critical Thinking
• Elective Units 

Term 2: (15 units)

• COMPB5 - Introduction to Microsoft 365
• BSADB18 - Business Law
• Area 2: Mathematics or Quantitative Reasoning
• Area 7: Lifelong Learning and Understanding
• Elective Units

Term 3:

• BSADB62 - Talent Acquisition
• BSADB63 - Compensation and Benefits
• Area 3: Arts and Humanities
• Area 4: Social and Behavioral Science
• Area 7b: Kinesiology  movement- based course
• Electives

Term 4:

• BSADB88 - Office Procedures
• BSADB65 - Principles of Organizational Communication
• Area 5: Natural Science
• Area 6: Ethnic Studies
• Area 8: American Institutions