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Human Resource Management (MHR)

Major Overview

The Human Resource Management (MHR) major prepares students to manage people and human capital systems that drive organizational performance. The curriculum connects workforce strategy with broader business objectives and emphasizes ethical, inclusive, and performance-oriented HR practices. 

Major Course Topics & Skills

  • Project Management, Ethical Leadership, Talent and Organizational Development, Employee and Labor Relations, and Strategic Compensation
100%*

EMPLOYMENT RATE

$61K*

MEDIAN STARTING SALARY

*Data based on Class of 2025 First Destination Survey, students seeking employment.

Experiential Opportunities

  • Consulting Group at VT, Entrepreneurship Club, Management Society, Pamplin Leadership Development Team (PLDT),  Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM)
  • MGT Student Advisory Board

Early Career Roles

  • HR Coordinator
  • Human Capital Consultant
  • Recruiter
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist
  • Total Rewards Analyst