Human Resource Management, Bachelor of Arts

Study Content in Detail

In the distance learning course in Human Resource Management (B.A.) at Hochschule Fresenius, you will receive a broad-based education that combines economic, legal, digital and psychological aspects of human resource management. Your fields of study include, among others:

• General Management: Introduction to business administration and economics, accounting, cost accounting, financial management, financial reporting, controlling, marketing, market research, online business and marketing, public relations, CSR and sustainable corporate management, international corporate management
• Law: Civil law, commercial, corporate and labour law
• Professionalisation: Self-organised and scientific learning, communication, presentation, business language issues, intercultural competence
• Digitalisation: Digital transformation and business models, agile working models, sustainable HR management
• Human Resource Management: Personnel economics, strategic and operational personnel management, change management, digital leadership, personnel consulting, basics of coaching
• Personnel Psychology: Personnel leadership, teamwork, personnel diagnostics, personnel development, applied personnel psychology

In addition, you can choose your specialisations from the following elective areas: project and quality management, business psychology, corporate health, employer branding strategies as well as empirical research and personnel management. This allows you to build targeted expertise in the areas relevant to you.

During the course of study, you will deepen your understanding of the connection between corporate strategy and personnel decisions, develop leadership and communication skills, and learn to professionally master the challenges of modern personnel work in an increasingly digital and globalised working world.

Course Progression: How Does the Distance Learning Human Resource Management Work?

The distance learning course is designed to be flexible and can be completed in six to twelve semesters, depending on individual time planning and life situation. The standard study plan foresees six semesters with a total of 180 ECTS credits.

• Start anytime: You can start on the 1st of any month.
• 100% online study: All learning materials, lectures, exercises and exams are available digitally.
• Self-directed learning: You set the time and place for learning yourself. The learning platform, online modules and digital study materials make organising easier for you.
• Examinations: Many exams can be taken flexibly online, some also are available as on-site exams at examination centres.
• Practice-oriented modules: Projects and case studies are integrated into everyday learning to create a direct practical reference.
• Individual specialisation: You can choose three out of five elective modules according to your interests.
• International additional qualifications: Participation in international and free certificates and masterclasses of ASU® (Arizona State University) is possible.
• Study plan available for orientation and planning.

You receive continuous support from study coaches and lecturers as well as access to digital libraries and specialist portals.

Career Opportunities & Professional Prospects after the Bachelor in Human Resource Management

The degree qualifies you for a wide range of activities in the personnel area of companies of all industries and sizes. Typical occupational fields for graduates are:

• Personnel officer in companies, administrations or non-profit organisations
• Recruiting and talent acquisition
• Personnel development and further training
• Employer branding and personnel marketing
• Personnel diagnostics and personnel assessment
• Management consultancy with a focus on HR
• Project management in personnel-related change processes
• Diversity management, change management or corporate health management
• Leadership development

With the distance learning course in Human Resource Management, you are a sought-after expert in a professional field of growing importance. Further qualifications, such as a master's degree in human resource management or business psychology, are easily possible after graduation.

Study Location: How Does the Study Take Place Spatially?

The distance learning course in Human Resource Management is organised entirely online. You can study independently of location from anywhere and mostly also take exams remotely. On-site attendance is usually not required. Hochschule Fresenius provides a modern digital learning environment (Canvas) and supports you with virtual study coaches and online libraries throughout your studies.

For rare exam formats requiring presence, you can use the examination centres of Hochschule Fresenius located throughout Germany. Interaction with lecturers and fellow students takes place digitally, for example via forums, e-lectures and online meetings.

Costs and Financing Options for Your Distance Learning Course

The tuition fees for the Bachelor distance learning course in Human Resource Management vary depending on the individual financing model and study period. The following models are used as a guideline:

• Study duration 36 months: €375 per month
• Study duration 48 months: €325 per month
• Study duration 72 months: €235 per month

The total cost varies depending on the model and starts at around €13,500. The price includes all study materials, use of the online learning platform, support, access to digital libraries, examination fees as well as offers for international online certificates and masterclasses.

Various financing options are available:

• Support through BAföG for students (if requirements are met)
• Study loan, for example via KfW Bank
• Scholarships, such as the Deutschlandstipendium or university-specific funding programmes
• Employer subsidies for professional development
• Tax deductibility of study costs as work-related expenses

For individual questions about financing, you can contact the student advisory service at Hochschule Fresenius.