COLLEGE OF EDUCATION & HUMAN DEVELOPMENT

Texas A&M University

Undergraduate Program Details

Human Resource Development

The Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary studies (Non-Certification), with a specialization in Human Resource Development, is designed for students who have an interest in Human Resource Development in both the private sector and public sector. The degree is designed to provide the knowledge and skills to succeed in a variety of roles in human resource development for business, industry and education.
As defined by the HRD faculty at TAMU, HRD is a field of inquiry and practice focusing on the process of improving learning and performance in individual, group and organization contexts through domains of expertise such as life long learning, career development, training and development and organization development.
A strong internship program provides the graduate with direct experience in the development and management of human resource development skills in a real work environment. These internships are designed to match the background and work interests of the students. The degree allows for a wide range of potential employment and accommodation to a diverse education professional experience.

Human Resource Development

Students graduating from this program will be expected to develop the following skills and competencies:

  • Assist in the development of organizational strategic  planning  and    work with organization development;
  • Work   with   staff   of   training  department   in  developing programs, designing  intervention  strategies, &  implementing  HR programs;
  • Develop and  coordinate work teams, quality  management,  change reports, etc.
  • Specialize in training, instructional design, and multimedia;
  • Select and staff the training for instructional methods and techniques;
  • Assess employees individually, facilitate workshops, and give career guidance.

What kind of Jobs will a graduate be qualified to fill?
Potential placements for graduates in Human Resource Development include:

  • Any business with training needs
  • State and focal agencies including police, fire, health
  • Private training agencies such as Humro, Booz-Allen Hamilton, etc
  • Health care training
  • Any agency or business that has adult employees that need training and development
  • Military, civilian employees and military employees. Student internships will follow the interests of the student and reflect the the list above.

Technology Management

The Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (Non-Certification) with a specialization in Technology Management is designed for students who have an interest in technology management in both the private sector and the public sector. The degree is designed to provide the knowledge and skills to succeed in a variety of roles in which technology applications are the process by which information and training are delivered and productivity enhanced.

A strong internship program provides the graduate with direct experience in the development and management of technology in a real work environment. These internships are designed to match the backgrounds and work interests of the student. The degree allows for a wide range of potential employment and accommodation to a diverse educational and professional experience. Since technology is a part of the productivity environment in all segments of our economy, the degree is designed and demands both managerial and technical skills.

Technology Management

Students completing their studies in the technology management program under the Interdisciplinary Studies degree will be capable of demonstrating the following competencies:

  • Possess a basic understanding of computers and networks from the perspective of management and support;
  • Understand design and convergence issues in the application of a  technical network;
  • Exhibit skills in the area of media development and deployment;
  • Administer practices for procurement, funding and other business applications;
  • Develop policy and security, along with training, for networks;
  • Contain competence in the design, implementation, and support in both educational and workforce environments.

What kind of jobs will a graduate be qualified to fill?

Potential placements for graduates in Technology Management include:

  • Large Corporations such as the Bell companies, Verizon, Dell Computer, Polycom, Tandberg USA, RADVision and Vtel Products
  • Any private business that has need for network development, management, security such as retail, wholesale, manufacturing and    service industries
  • State agencies with networks to manage
  • Public schools and community colleges
  • County/city government
  • Hospitals and clinics
  • Public and private broadcasting
  • Student internships will follow the interests of the student and reflect the list above.

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· Adult Education Clinical Associate Prof & Director of TCALL
· HRD Clinical Assistant Professor
· K-12 Full/Associate Prof and Director of the Educational Leadership Research Center

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