Bachelor in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration (Bachelor's)

Tuition is Undergraduate tuition is $398 per credit hour, with an estimated total cost of $9,577 per year..

This programme is designed for working professionals and adult learners seeking to advance in human resources roles. Students study core HR functions including recruitment, compensation, employee relations, and compliance. The curriculum emphasizes practical application through real-world case studies and workplace scenarios. The programme prepares students for entry-level HR positions in diverse organizational settings.

Focus areas include Recruitment and Staffing, Compensation and Benefits, Employee Relations, Labor Law and Compliance, Performance Management, Training and Development.

The programme requires 120 credits, distributed across general education, core business courses, and specialized human resources coursework. All courses are delivered online with no on-campus requirements.

Graduates typically work as HR assistants, payroll coordinators, benefits specialists, or recruitment coordinators in corporate, nonprofit, or government organizations.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. No standardized test scores are required. Official transcripts and a completed application form are needed for admission.

The programme totals about 120 credit hours. 100% online, part-time option available, typical duration is 4 years for full-time students. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes.

Franklin University’s history reaches back to 1902, when it began its work in higher education. It has since developed a model centered on adult learners, combining streamlined processes with free academic support resources. As a nonprofit university, Franklin focuses on helping students manage degree study alongside work and other responsibilities. Its programs are designed for online learning, with multiple start dates and course options intended to fit different schedules.

Academic choices span associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral study. Areas include accounting, business administration, analytics, computer science, cybersecurity, communications, education, exercise science, healthcare, human resources, information systems, nursing, psychology, public administration and public safety. Students can also choose certificates, microcredentials, combined bachelor’s and master’s programs, second bachelor’s degrees and STEM degrees. Several programs offer focused study in fields such as data analytics, artificial intelligence leadership, healthcare administration and cybersecurity.

Located in Columbus, Ohio, Franklin provides online degrees as well as on-site options listed through its program finder. International students should note the university’s strong emphasis on online study and flexible course access. Tuition rates can be fixed from the first class through Franklin’s tuition guarantee, with rates listed by program level on the university’s homepage. Support resources, employer and organization tuition discounts, and a broad online program catalogue are central parts of the student experience.