At High Point University, the central focus of the human relations major is to develop a student’s understanding of various aspects of interpersonal relations linked to individual, group and organizational goal achievement and to develop skills necessary for professional success via a hands-on approach.
Experiential Learning
Curriculum
The academic program addresses a student’s theoretical and practical competencies in interpersonal communications, group and team dynamics, organizational behavior, leadership, conflict resolution, public relations, project management and research methods.
Some of the courses within the human relations major include the following:
- Human Relations and Interpersonal Dynamics
- Public Relations Techniques
- Leadership Development
- Group Dynamics and Team Building
- Conflict Resolution and Stress Management
- Advanced Leadership and Team Management
Internship Opportunities
Students pursing a degree in Human Relations at High Point University are required to complete an academic internship. This experience not only assists students with summer and part-time opportunities, they often lead to full-time positions upon graduation.
Each student, with the support of his/her academic advisor, is mentored through the internship application process to obtain and complete an off-campus experience that offers real-world experience in a variety of settings. Recently, Human Relations students have interned at companies such as: The United Way of Greater High Point, Ecolab, LB3 Lacrosse Company, the Atlantic Coast Conference, Volvo and more!
Research Opportunities
Each spring, Human Relations students present their recent research during the Annual Research Symposium for Human Relations, Sociology, Anthropology, and Nonprofit Studies! In the spring of 2015, fifty-eight students presented their research.
Success Stories
Students completing a Bachelor of Arts in Human Relations often secure leadership and management positions as directors, managers, supervisors and team leaders in a wide spectrum of corporate and nonprofit organizations. Previous graduates have obtained positions in human resources, corporate leadership development, management training programs, project management, public relations, marketing, sales and other professional roles.
Emily Guffey, ’14 – Sales Consultant at Red Ventures
“My most impactful professor has been Dr. Pat Haun. I remember being a freshman and terrified of speaking in front of others. He made sure to help me through that anxiety and that has grown into a confidence that has benefited me immensely. For four years having him as a professor and advisor, he has given me all the guidance and support I could ever need.”
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