Study HRM

The BBA HRM program exposes students to a wide range to business and HRM topics. The program provides students with specialist knowledge and in-depth exposure to a variety of topics related to Human Resources Management. Students will study a core set of Human Resource Management topics, as well as choosing from a variety of electives that cover a diverse set of topics in Human Resources Management. Students can further specialize by completing a minor in another functional area of business, such as finance, information systems, or marketing.

Human beings are the prime movers of progress in this era of rapid technological change and competitive business environment. The ability to motive, build commitment, and facilitate teamwork have become key attributes of successful business executives. Managers are increasingly called upon to align Human Resources Management policies and plans with business objectives, and to devise strategies for selecting, motivating, and retaining valued employees. The BBA HRM helps prepare students to meet these challenges.

The following list shows some of the key reasons to choose the City University BBA in Human Resources Management:

Large and extensive programme. As an established and large programme, we are able to offer an extensive set of elective classes covering specialized areas of HRM. Additionally, as a part of the largest BBA programme in Hong Kong, students have a very wide range of choices for minor concentrations.

Innovative Course Offerings. Our programme is constantly revised and updated to reflect changes in the business world. For example, Current Topics in HRM is revised yearly to reflect current HRM trends, while New Technology and HRM examines the way in which technological changes influence HRM.

Intensive Student Development. Our program emphasizes both personal and professional development of our students. Development activities that we arrange for students include:

• Summer Internship Programme
• Company visits
• Industry guest speaker series
• Personal Challenge Workshop to instill confidence and initiative
• Outward Bound self-development workshop
• Career Exploration and Residential Workshop
• Assistance in Job Search
  1. Advice on preparing resumes
  2. Preparation for interviews

Career Prospects. With Human Resources Management functions being increasingly recognized by businesses, large and small, as a critical business element, graduates from our BBA-HRM programme are able to find jobs with both local and multinational organizations. The following list presents a sample of organizations that our graduates have recently joined:

• Agilent Technology HK Ltd.
• CLP Power Hong Kong Ltd.
• Dairy Farm
• Housing Authority, Hong Kong Government
• Immigration Department, Hong Kong Government
• Schlumberger
• Smart Tone