Plaster College of Business and Entrepreneurship
Human Resource Management Minor
Bachelor’s Degree offered in On-campus, Online, and Blended formats.
*On-campus format may require some online classes for degree completion.
The Human Resource Management minor at Lindenwood University is designed for students who want to strengthen their understanding of people management, workplace law, and organizational dynamics alongside their primary major. This minor provides practical knowledge in recruiting, employee selection, training and development, compensation, and employment law—skills that are valuable in nearly every industry.
Offered in on-campus and online formats, this HR minor allows students to build career-relevant HR skills without changing their major. Coursework is taught by faculty with real-world experience in HR leadership roles across service industries, government, nonprofit organizations, and manufacturing.
Why Add a Human Resource Management Minor?
A minor in Human Resource Management complements a wide range of majors, including business, communications, psychology, criminal justice, education, and healthcare-related fields. Students gain a working understanding of how organizations recruit, develop, and retain talent while navigating legal and ethical responsibilities.
This minor is ideal for students who:
- Want leadership or supervisory roles
- Plan to manage teams or employees
- Are interested in recruiting, training, or employee relations
- Want HR knowledge to support careers in business, nonprofit, or public-sector organizations
What You’ll Learn
Students completing the Human Resource Management minor develop foundational HR and management skills, including:
- Recruiting and employee selection
- Employment law and workplace compliance
- Employee training and development
- Talent management
- Organizational behavior and management principles
- Diversity and inclusion in the workplace
Coursework emphasizes practical application and real-world scenarios.
Curriculum Overview
The Human Resource Management minor requires 18 credit hours of coursework.
Required Coursework (12 Credit Hours)
Students complete coursework in:
- Human Resource Management
- Employment Law
- Employee Selection
- Principles of Management
These courses provide a strong foundation in HR practices and organizational leadership.
Development Coursework (3 Credit Hours)
Students select one course focused on workforce development, such as:
- Employee Training and Development
- Talent Management
Elective Coursework (3 Credit Hours)
Students choose one elective based on interest, which may include:
- Labor Relations
- Compensation and Benefits
- Implementing and Managing Diversity
- Organizational Behavior
- Special Topics in Human Resource Management
Note: Coursework applied toward a major, minor, or emphasis may only be used to satisfy one academic requirement.
Faculty & Learning Experience
Human Resource Management courses are taught by faculty with professional experience in HR leadership roles. Classes often include applied projects, case studies, and discussion of real workplace challenges, helping students connect HR theory to professional practice.
Small class sizes ensure students receive individualized attention and opportunities for mentorship.
How This Minor Supports Your Career
Graduates with a Human Resource Management minor are better prepared for roles that involve hiring, training, supervising, or managing people. The minor enhances resumes by demonstrating knowledge of workplace practices, legal considerations, and organizational leadership—skills employers value across industries.
Admissions & Next Steps
The Human Resource Management minor is open to undergraduate students across majors. Academic advisors can help students determine how the minor fits into their degree plan and career goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Human Resource Management minor complements many majors, though students should work with an academic advisor to ensure coursework fits within their degree plan.
This minor is a good fit for students who plan to supervise employees, manage teams, work in leadership roles, or pursue careers where understanding workplace practices and people management is important.