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The educational requirements for human resources professionals depend upon the specific human resources job. Entry-level human resources professionals often have a bachelor’s degree in human resources, human resources administration or industrial and labor relations. In some cases, degrees in a more general subject such as business or the liberal arts are also appreciated by employers.
This can include coursework in some of the following subjects:
• Business administration
• Public administration
• Psychology
• Sociology
• Political science
• Economics
• Statistics
• Labor law
• Collective bargaining
• Labor economics
• Labor history
• Industrial psychology
Some other jobs in the human resources profession may have more advanced education requirements like a master’s or law degree. A law degree is especially helpful for those who specialize in negotiation. For human resources jobs at all levels, prior work experience is useful. An internship or work experience in a human resources environment is especially valued by employers. Experience in other work fields may serve equally well. This includes work in:
• General business
• Government
• Education
• Social services administration
• Military
Salary Range:
$29,500 — $197,500
Education Level (minimum):
Bachelor degree in business administration or similar
Growth Outlook (2002 – 2012):
10 – 20%
