Accelerated Degree Programs (ACCEL®)
Bachelor of Arts in Human Performance Management
The Bachelor of Arts in Human Performance Management, offered by the psychology department, is an online accelerated degree completion program which emphasizes both theory and practical application in the field of human resource management. Students learn to appreciate the behavioral, economic, and legal implications of workforce management and the crucial role an effective workforce plays in any organization. This degree enhances students’ employment potential and enables them to make a greater contribution to their organization. The program also provides a solid foundation for the pursuit of graduate study.
This degree prepares students for general management positions in small and large organizations. The program focuses on communication and interpersonal skills and stresses analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities in addition to employee performance, training, negotiation, mediation and conflict management skills.
Degree Requirements
- Completion of 126 semester hours accepted by Immaculata University
- Completion of 52 credit hours in the accelerated degree program
- A cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or above on a 4.0 scale
Major Requirements
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HPM/ORG 303 | Organizational Concepts | 3 |
| HPM/ORG 312 | Introduction to Applied Research | 3 |
| HPM/ORG 320 | Introduction to Research and Analysis | 3 |
| HPM/ORG 390 | Research Methodology | 3 |
| HPM 350 | Psychometrics | 4 |
| HPM 352 | Performance Assessment and Motivation | 3 |
| HPM 354 | Performance Development and Training | 3 |
| HPM 356 | Identifying and Managing Employee Stress | 3 |
| HPM 358 | Conflict Resolution and Negotiation | 3 |
| HPM/ORG 382 | Human Resource Issues | 3 |
| Last Updated: July 2007 | ||
Liberal Arts Core Requirements
| Content Area | Credits |
|---|---|
English Composition -3 credits satisfied by Accelerated Degree Program |
6 |
| English Literature | 3 |
| World Civilization | 3 |
Foreign Language or Cultures -Satisfied by Accelerated Degree Program CCS 341 Cultural Modes of Expression |
3 |
Philosophy -3 credits satisfied by Accelerated Degree Program |
6 |
Theology -3 credits satisfied by Accelerated Degree Program |
6 |
Designated Humanities -3 credits satisfied by Accelerated Degree Program |
6 |
Social Science -6 credits satisified by Accelerated Degree Program |
9 |
| Natural Science with Lab | 3 |
| Mathematics | 3 |
| Last Updated: July 2007 | |
For descriptions of courses and their sequence in the program, go to
Course Descriptions