Could I still get a job as a human resource manager with a degree in human resource development which is the easier route to take between the two? I keep going back and forth between these two majors. Human Resource Development is through the College of Education and it is supposed to prepare you for training in the HR field.
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The short answer is yes. Be mindful that the essential difference is that the HR Manager route allows for more of an operational (day-to-day management roles and responsibilities) basis, while the HR Development is geared for the "people" (human behavior) side of HR. Actually, if you continue to take course in both you'll be in a great position when you graduate because you'll have courses that have exposed you to operations as well as personnel. One of the shortcomings of HR in the so-called "real world" is that too frequently the HR Manager is aligned with an academic background that focused on one aspect (operations) at the exclusion of the other (personnel). The reality of most HR positions is that the individual needs to be competent with both sides of the house. With your B.A. (or B.S.) in hand, you'll see as you consider positions in the HR field that either degree is suitable ... however, larger, more processing or manufacturing types of companies tend to favor the HR Management degree over the HR Development degree. The solution to that is to not apply at large firms. At the same time, there is a need in the corporate sector for HR Development Specialists or Consultants. You may find it more lucrative to "hang out your own shingle" for HR services if you eventually get your degree in HR Development. I hope this information is helpful ... good luck!
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