Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Development 

Cultivate a Dynamic Organizational Culture

Take advantage of one of the nation’s few bachelor’s programs in human resource development — available right here in East Texas, as well as 100% online. The University of Texas at Tyler prepares you to move into this dynamic field and create a satisfying, productive work environment for employees and your organization.

Develop skills used in both human resource development and human resource management through a mix of HRD and management courses. HRD graduates find positions in business, nonprofit organizations, educational institutions and government.

Why Major in Human Resource Development at UT Tyler?

Human resource development professionals cultivate a healthy, productive workplace culture built upon strong management-employee relations, a change-driven mindset and adapting to a rapidly changing marketplace.

Human resource development majors learn to best use the skills employees bring to the workplace and contribute to organizational development in various public and private settings.

Some of our program’s strengths include:

• Expert Faculty: As experts and thought leaders in the field, our faculty share professional insights from their years in the workforce, including human resources positions with Hallmark Cards, NCR Corporation, Pennsylvania Power and Light, Motorola and General Electric.
• Flexible Options: We offer the only Texas-based baccalaureate human resource development program in both traditional and 100% online formats.
• Real-World Experience: Intern for a range of local industries, including nonprofits, government and healthcare. Students practice what they’ve learned in exchange for course credit, and assignments often lead to full-time jobs upon graduation.
• A Strong Student Community: The Soules College of Business has ten student organizations and four honor societies you can get involved with from your first day on campus.
• Leadership Development: Gain leadership skills and strengthen your résumé through membership in UT Tyler’s SSHRD student chapter. Or, prepare to become a successful strategic adviser, human resources manager or e-learning coach by networking and utilizing career development skills in the annual Soules College of Business Mock Team Interviews event.
• Networking Opportunities: Network with students and professionals through Beta Gamma Sigma, the honor society for AACSB-accredited business schools.
• Exceptional Facilities: At almost 140,000 square feet, the home of the Soules College of Business holds numerous lab rooms, including a financial analytics laboratory, study areas, 12 classrooms and an auditorium.

Curriculum

HRD majors start with a common business core providing general knowledge of all functional areas. During this sequence, students learn how to manage and motivate people and how to balance the needs of customers and clients, employees, managers and constituents. The program additionally requires a business administration minor.

Core Requirements

Core courses taken by all HRD majors include:

• Total Quality Management
• Human Relations or Fundamentals of Management
• Supervision
• Job Analysis and Design
• Capstone Experience

Upper-division courses include:

• Team Building
• Training and Development
• Career Development and Human Resource Planning
• Labor Relations
• Workforce and Organizational Development

Human Resource Development Major Requirements

Visit the Department of Human Resource Development

What Can You Do With a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Development?

With an HRD degree, you can find a position in a wide variety of business, nonprofit, educational and governmental settings. Possible career paths in public or private industry include human resource coordination and supervisory roles, training, consulting, talent development, advising and coaching.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects employment for human resources managers to grow by 7% through 2031, with about 16,300 openings for human resources managers expected each year, on average, during the decade.

A master’s degree or certification may be required for more advanced positions.

How to Apply

General Admission Requirements

The University of Texas at Tyler offers a streamlined admissions process for all undergraduate students. Have questions or concerns? Our admissions team can guide you through all requirements and answer any questions you may have. Reflecting our reputation as one of the most affordable colleges in the state, our financial aid team helps you explore all scholarships, grants and other forms of assistance.

For admissions decisions in general:

• UT Tyler automatically accepts students from the Top 25% of graduating classes in Texas.
• Students from the 2nd to 4th quartiles must have a 2.75 or higher GPA.

Ready to apply? Review all undergraduate requirements to get started.

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Transferring Credits

UT Tyler has established partnerships with community colleges across Texas, allowing for a seamless transfer of your credits. Our relationships let you stick with your degree plan and graduate on time, right on your schedule.

UT Tyler has partnered with Kilgore College to create a direct pathway toward the BS in human resource development.

Learn More About Transfer Pathways

Admissions Requirements for Transfer Students

Key Dates

July 1

ApplyTexas application opens for incoming first-year students.

October 1

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid opens for the upcoming academic year.

December 1

Application deadline to be eligible for scholarships.

May 1

Deadline for Valedictorian, Salutatorian and Transfer Presidential Scholarships.

August 1

Deadline for Patriot Promise Scholarship.