Human Resources Management (HR-BAS, Bachelor of Applied Science)

This course will teach skills in evaluation of an employee's job-related performance with the primary objective being the improvement of the individual's performance and the knowledge of justification for determining an employee's compensation and ability to be promoted. This class may include students from multiple sections.

Must be seeking a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management degree to enroll. If interested, visit pencol.edu/bas

This course explores the strategic design, administration, and communication of employee benefits programs, emphasizing their critical role in talent attraction, retention, and overall employee satisfaction. It covers a wide range of benefits, including retirement plans, health care, life insurance, paid time-off, accommodations and work-life balance programs.  As well as examining key regulatory requirements such as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA), and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The course delves into emerging trends equipping students to manage current benefits programs effectively. This class may include students from multiple sections.

Must be seeking a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management degree to enroll. If interested, visit pencol.edu/bas

This course introduces practical applications of technology and analytics in the field of Human Resources (HR). Students will explore how emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence in data analytics are transforming HR functions. The HR system technology impacts functions such as talent acquisition and management, compensation and benefits administration, performance evaluation, and workforce analytics. This class may include students from multiple sections.

Must be seeking a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management degree to enroll. If interested, visit pencol.edu/bas

This course will provide students an opportunity to explore key concepts from intersectionality and biases to scarcity mentality and equity. Several crucial soft skills that will allow student to develop and implement meaningful diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) strategies with empathy and effectiveness will be introduced. This class may include students from multiple sections.

Must be seeking a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management degree to enroll. If interested, visit pencol.edu/bas

This course offers an exploration of labor relations, emphasizing the interplay between employment relationship goals, labor rights, and management decisions. Students will learn the mechanics of traditional labor relations processes and gain insight into why these processes exist and how to assess their effectiveness. Additionally, students will develop an understanding of collective bargaining processes that lead to the conclusion of a collective agreement. This class may include students from multiple sections. (Social Sciences)

Must be seeking a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management degree to enroll. If interested, visit pencol.edu/bas

Training and development programs help companies gain and retain top talent while also improving employee productivity. This course will focus on the assessment of organizational needs, the creation of development opportunities, and the formulation of effective training strategies. Additionally, students will gain an understanding of the strategic importance of training and development initiatives in achieving organizational goals, as well as exploring emerging trends and challenges in this field. This class may include students from multiple sections.

Must be seeking a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management degree to enroll. If interested, visit pencol.edu/bas

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the recruitment, staffing, and selection process within organizations. Students will examine strategic workforce planning, contemporary recruitment strategies, and federal laws affecting hiring practices. The course will explore effective interviewing techniques, selection criteria, and the importance of critical thinking throughout the recruitment cycle. Additionally, students will explore how current trends in impacting the selection process and overall talent management strategies. This class may include students from multiple sections.

Must be seeking a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management degree to enroll. If interested, visit pencol.edu/bas

Pending Curriculum Committee approval

Pending Curriculum Committee approval