HR CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
U.S. News & World Report's "America's Best Colleges" edition ranked The University of Scranton among the 10 top Master's Universities in the North, the survey's largest and most competitive region. Scranton is also regionally accredited.
A rigorous program of study offered by the University's Panuska College of Professional Studies, the curriculum addresses practical issues in the contemporary workplace, including staffing as a strategic component of organizational development, learning in the context of the workplace, and cultural diversity.
As one of 28 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States, The University of Scranton is dedicated to developing the whole person. We offer a nurturing environment that gives graduates the foundation they need to succeed in their personal, public and professional lives.
The job outlook for human resources professionals is projected to outperform other types of jobs in the coming years. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, overall employment in human resources will grow by approximately 22% between 2008 and 2018, much faster than the average for all occupations. Human resources, training, and labor relations managers and specialists are employed in virtually every industry, with the private sector accounting for roughly 80% of salaried jobs.
Demand will be especially strong in specialty areas, including training and development; recruitment and placement; and compensation, benefits, and job analysis. Specialists account for 3 out of 5 positions; managers, 2 out of 5. Human resources workers earn a median annual income of $42,000 to $82,000, depending on the specialization.
College graduates and those who have earned certification should have the best job opportunities. An advanced degree, such as the Masters in Human Resources offered by The University of Scranton, is becoming increasingly important for human resource positions. In fact, the Bureau highly recommends advanced degrees for those seeking general and top management positions.
To learn more about how you can benefit from an online Master of Science in Human Resources from The University of Scranton, request more information or call us at (866) 373-9547.
Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition, [Date Accessed: 8/1/2010] [http://www.bls.gov/oco/].
