Florida International University

What you'll study

This undergraduate programme combines foundational business topics with specialist human resources subjects to give a rounded understanding of people management. You will study core courses in organisational behaviour, human resource management principles, employment law, and labour relations, alongside business fundamentals such as accounting, marketing and management.

• Introduction to Human Resources: history and functions of HR, roles of HR professionals and the employee lifecycle.
• Recruitment and Selection: sourcing, interviewing, assessment methods and onboarding practices.
• Training and Development: learning needs analysis, instructional design, delivery methods and evaluation of training effectiveness.
• Compensation and Benefits: pay structures, incentive systems, benefits administration and total rewards strategy.
• Performance Management: goal setting, appraisal systems, feedback and performance improvement plans.
• Employment Law and Ethics: workplace legislation, compliance, diversity and ethical decision making.
• Labour Relations: collective bargaining, union‑management relations and dispute resolution.
• HR Analytics and Information Systems: using data for staffing, retention, workforce planning and HR decision making.
• Strategic Human Resource Management: aligning people policies with organisational strategy and change management.
• Capstone Experience / Internship: practical placement or integrative project with industry partners to apply classroom learning in real workplace contexts.

The degree typically includes general education requirements and electives that allow students to tailor their studies—options may include international business, entrepreneurship, psychology, or languages. Many students also participate in student organisations, case competitions and local SHRM chapter activities to build professional experience.

Entry requirements

Applicants need a standard secondary school diploma or equivalent and must meet Florida International University’s undergraduate admission criteria. Typical admissions expectations include a solid academic record with preparation in English and mathematics. Transfer students should provide college transcripts and any required course descriptions for evaluation.

FIU considers the whole application, including academic performance, extracurricular involvement and any relevant work experience. International applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English through recognised tests or documented prior education in English if applicable. Professional placements or internships may require background checks or additional clearances.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a range of HR and people‑management roles across industries. Common entry and mid‑level positions include:

• Human Resources Generalist or HR Coordinator
• Recruiter or Talent Acquisition Specialist
• Training and Development or Learning Specialist
• Compensation and Benefits Analyst
• Employee Relations or Labour Relations Specialist
• HR Analyst or HRIS Coordinator
• Organisational Development or Change Management roles

Alumni go on to work in corporate HR departments, professional services, healthcare, education, government and non‑profit organisations. With experience, graduates often move into HR management, consulting, or specialist leadership roles such as Director of Talent, Head of People Operations, or HR Business Partner.

Why study at Florida International University

Florida International University is located in a major international business hub, offering access to diverse employers and multinational organisations for internships and networking. The university’s business programmes are delivered with an applied focus, emphasising experiential learning, industry projects and career development support.

Students benefit from connections to regional companies, alumni networks and campus career services that help secure placements and entry‑level roles. FIU’s academic staff typically blend research and professional experience in management and human resources, and student organisations provide opportunities to build leadership and practical HR skills before graduation.