Employee Relations and Workplace Studies Minor
Employee Relations and Workplace Studies Minor Shippensburg University's ERWS minor is extremely flexible and allows students to learn about the management and regulation of the workplace while exploring the world of work from various viewpoints and perspectives, including those of their chosen major.
What Will I Learn?
Employee Relations and Workplace Studies Minor Shippensburg University's ERWS minor is extremely flexible and allows students to learn about the management and regulation of the workplace while exploring the world of work from various viewpoints and perspectives, including those of their chosen major.
What are the requirements for this degree?
This program requires students to complete 18 credit hours, including 9 required courses in Management, and 9 credit hours students can select from course in 15 different disciplines.
What Types of Careers Could I Get With This Degree?
Students who graduate with this minor will be prepared to engage in a number of careers. These include working within business, NGOs, non-profits, government agencies, and labor unions/organizations. Careers in these fields include:
- HR Manager, specialist, coordinator
- Human Resource Development
- DEI officer
- Training and Development Manager
- Recruiter
- Labor Organizer
- Labor representative
- Labor Relations Manager
- Labor/Employment policy specialist/analyst within business, labor unions, NGOs, non-profits, legislative staff, etc.
- EEOC/PHRC/DOL/OSHA Representative
What Kinds of Experiences Could I Have?
The John L. Grove College of Business is internationally accredited by the most prestigious business-accrediting agency, AACSB International - The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. This program is relevant and challenging. Small classes allow faculty to work closely with you to develop strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills, which are vitally important in today's business world.