PhD in Business Management, Human Resource Management
School of Business, Technology, and Health Care Administration
The PhD Human Resource Management specialization focuses on knowledge and skills needed to teach, consult, lead, practice, and conduct research in the field of human resource management. Learners evaluate multidisciplinary theories and human resource management strategies and practices for creating flexible and innovative settings in the 21st century’s global workplace. The specialization focuses on key issues related to attracting, developing, and retaining a global workforce. The coursework addresses diverse demographic and cultural perspectives, the influence of new technologies on the workplace, and the impact of the dynamic external work environment on human resource management practices.
Core courses
| BMGT8002 | Research Processes, Theory and Practice in Global Business | 6 |
| BMGT8006 | Business Principles and Practices | 4 |
| BMGT-V8925 | Doctoral Project Development - Topic Ideation | 3 |
| BMGT-V8926 | Doctoral Project Development - Topic Development | 3 |
| BMGT-V8927 | Doctoral Project Development - Framework Development | 3 |
| BMGT8008 | Ethics and Leadership in Global Environments | 4 |
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| BMGT8012 | Marketing Principles and Practice | 4 |
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| BMGT8016 | Strategic Management and Practice | 4 |
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| BMGT8019 | Business Dissertation Specialization Literature | 4 |
| BMGT8028 | Foundations of Research, Scholarly Literature, and Theory in Management | 4 |
| BMGT8055 | Business Special Topics: Literature Review | 4 |
| RSCH7860 | Survey of Research Methods | 4 |
In addition, choose one of the following two categories.
For quantitative research
| BMGT8035 | Tests, Measurements, and Business Research Design | 4 |
| BMGT8043 | Quantitative Research Techniques 2 | 4 |
| RSCH7864 | Quantitative Design and Analysis | 4 |
For qualitative research
| BMGT8044 | Qualitative Research Design and Data Analysis | 4 |
| BMGT8046 | Qualitative Data Collection Strategies, Data Collection Guides, and Field Testing | 4 |
| RSCH7868 | Qualitative Design and Analysis | 4 |
Specialization courses
| BMGT8410 | Foundations of Human Resource Theory and Practice | 4 |
| BMGT8412 | Creating Adaptive, Innovative Workplaces | 4 |
| BMGT8414 | Attracting and Retaining Talent | 4 |
| BMGT8416 | Human Resource Practices for Developing Talent | 4 |
Upon completion of all required coursework
| GBUS9919 | Doctoral Comprehensive Examination | 3 |
Learners must register for GBUS9960 a minimum of four times to fulfill their specialization requirements.
One Elective Course
At least 4 quarter credits
Choose any business management (BMGT) course(s).
Total
At least 90 quarter credits
One or more courses in this program may require a prerequisite(s). Refer to the course descriptions for details.
Learners who do not complete all program requirements within quarter credit/program point minimums will be required to accrue such additional quarter credits/program points as are associated with any additional or repeat coursework necessary for successful completion of program requirements.