Human Resources Management

The Human Resource Management major is an academic major in the field of administrative and social sciences. It aims to enable students to understand strategies for managing and developing human capital to achieve organizational goals. The program covers multiple areas, including recruitment, staffing, workforce planning, performance evaluation, compensation, and skills development. It enhances effective communication, decision-making, and analytical thinking skills. It also combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications in real-world work environments through field training and case studies. The major is closely linked to disciplines such as organizational psychology, law, and organizational behavior and keeps pace with modern trends such as digital transformation, diversity management, and human capital sustainability, preparing graduates to effectively engage in the labor market and contribute to achieving the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.

 Program Mission:

To deliver a high-quality Human Resources Management program for students from Saudi Arabia and beyond, aimed at developing ethically grounded, analytically skilled, and innovation-driven professionals. The program distinguishes itself through the integration of sustainability, digital transformation, and strategic industry partnerships—empowering graduates to address complex HR challenges and contribute meaningfully to Saudi Vision 2030 and the global workforce.

 Program Goals:

1. To increase students’ ability to identify, apply, and evaluate key HRM principles, functions, and activities that drive organizational performance and enhance employee and customer satisfaction.

2. To develop students’ capacity to analyze HR-related case studies using structured decision-making models to solve organizational challenges and optimize strategic outcomes.

3. To advance students’ competence in designing leadership development plans and implementing communication frameworks that strengthen collaboration and prepare second-line leaders for future roles.

4. To promote ethical awareness by enabling students to recognize and apply professional standards in simulated HRM scenarios, ensuring workplace integrity and social responsibility.

5. To strengthen students’ understanding of labor market needs by guiding them to list and match core HRM competencies with employer expectations, preparing them for professional roles and ethical contributions to organizations.

Program Learning Outcomes

Knowledge and Understanding

• K1: Demonstrate a broad understanding of fundamental business concepts, principles, and functions, including economics, management, business mathematics, statistics, law, accounting, marketing, and finance, as a foundation for specialized knowledge in human resource management.

• K2: Explain the key functions of human resource management and evaluate their contribution to achieving organizational goals, using contemporary scientific research and appropriate human resource methodologies.

• K3: Describe advanced concepts and practices in human resource management, including strategic HRM, global HRM, and emerging trends, and apply appropriate methods for measuring individual and organizational performance to enhance productivity and overall effectiveness.

Skills

• S1: Analyze complex HRM challenges to develop strategic, innovative, and ethically sound solutions using critical thinking and problem-solving skills..

• S2: Evaluate data-driven approaches to support evidence-based HR decision-making and the development of organizational strategies.

• S3: Design methods for performing human resource functions such as recruitment, training, and performance management based on evidence from scientific research, industry standards, and best practices

• S4: Explore advanced HR analytics, digital platforms, and communication technologies to optimize workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational performance.

Values, Autonomy, and Responsibility

• V1: Demonstrate ethical responsibility and professionalism in HRM practices, ensuring fairness, transparency, and compliance with legal and ethical standards.

• V2: Develop leadership and teamwork skills to manage HR functions effectively and foster a collaborative and inclusive workplace.

• V3: Engage in lifelong learning and professional development to adapt to evolving HRM trends and contribute to organizational and societal success.

Student Admission Requirements

1. The selection among applicants is based on the results of aptitude and achievement tests, or their equivalents, in addition to the high school GPA.

2. The validity period of the aptitude and achievement test scores is determined by the National Center for Assessment under the Ministry of Education.

3. The comparison between male and female students is conducted based on the weighted admission ratio for the program.

The list of candidates selected for admission is announced through the electronic admission portal, based on a competitive process among applicants according to the published admission criteria, their ranked preferences, seat availability, the specific admission requirements of the colleges, and the university's capacity.

Additional files

Field Experience Handbook