Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Human Resources (Specialization in Management)

Program Overview

Degree abbreviation

A.A. in Faith-Based Human Resources

Total program length

60 semester credit hours

Normal completion time

Two academic years

General education

18 credit hours

Human resources and management core

30 credit hours

Professional application courses

9 credit hours

Capstone requirement

3 credit hours

The Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Human Resources provides students with a foundational understanding of personnel management within the context of organizational leadership and ethical stewardship. The curriculum integrates core business principles, such as recruitment, training, and employee relations, with the values of servant leadership and organizational integrity, preparing graduates to navigate the complexities of human capital management in diverse workplace environments. By exploring the intersection of professional management practices and moral responsibility, the program equips students to contribute effectively to the operational success of mission-driven organizations. Students will engage in coursework that emphasizes practical application, analytical thinking, and the development of interpersonal skills necessary for fostering positive organizational cultures. This program is designed to bridge the gap between technical human resource requirements and the relational dimensions of community and organizational health.

The Associate of Arts in Faith-Based Human Resources provides a comprehensive foundational study in human resources and management, integrating principles of human development, effective communication, and organizational ethics. Students examine community resources and supportive service practices through a faith-based lens, preparing them to address the complexities of personnel administration and organizational leadership within diverse professional environments.

Program Details

• Total Credits: 60
• Duration: 2 years
• Degree Level: Associate

General education | 18 credit hours

• Human resources and management core | 30 credit hours
• Professional application courses | 9 credit hours

Capstone requirement | 3 credit hours

• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS101 | Introduction to Business and Management | 4 | None
• ENG101 | College Composition | 3 | None
• BUS105 | Business Ethics and Corporate Responsibility | 3 | None
• MAT105 | Quantitative Reasoning | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS201 | Principles of Human Resource Management | 4 | BUS101
• PSY101 | Introduction to Psychology | 3 | None
• COM201 | Organizational Communication | 3 | ENG101
• HIS205 | Ethics and Stewardship in Society | 4 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• BUS210 | Employment Law and Labor Relations | 4 | BUS201
• SOC201 | Community Engagement and Leadership | 3 | None
• BUS220 | Training and Development | 3 | BUS201
• HUM201 | Cultural Competency in the Workplace | 3 | None
• Code | Title | Credits | Prerequisites
• CAP299 | Senior Capstone Project | 4 | BUS210, BUS220
• BUS230 | Organizational Leadership and Culture | 3 | BUS101
• COU201 | Conflict Management and Mediation | 3 | COM201
• PSY205 | Professional Development and Personal Effectiveness | 3 | THE101

Career Opportunities

• Human Resources Assistant
• Volunteer Coordinator
• Nonprofit Administrative Associate
• Staffing Specialist
• Employee Relations Clerk
• Church Ministry Administrator
• Community Outreach Coordinator

Important Notices

• The program educates ethical professionals who demonstrate technical excellence, servant leadership, professional integrity, and a commitment to apply sound principles to advance faith-based organizations, strengthen communities, and contribute responsibly.
• HBIU is a lawfully operating nonpublic faith-based postsecondary institution that maintains its status under section 1005.06(1)(f), Florida Statutes. The University annually affirms its compliance with the requirements applicable to faith-based institutions in Florida through Commission for Independent Education.
• HBIU accreditation from QAHE (for quality assurance in pre-tertiary and higher education mechanisms). QAHE offers globally recognized accreditation and quality assurance for higher education, training providers, and professional institutions worldwide. Students should consider the nature and scope of this recognition in relation to their individual certification and professional goals.
• Transfer credit is evaluated individually based on course content, credit hours, grades, institutional documentation, program requirements, and applicable university policies. Although HBIU provides academically structured programs, no institution can guarantee that another college, university, employer, licensing board, or credential-evaluation service will accept its credits or credentials. Students are encouraged to obtain advance written confirmation from the intended receiving organization.
• The program develops academic knowledge and applied competencies for service in faith-based organizations, nonprofit institutions, community programs, and related professional environments. Some occupations associated with the subject area may be regulated by governmental or professional authorities. A degree from HBIU demonstrates completion of the University's academic requirements but does not, by itself, confer professional licensure or legal authority to perform regulated services.
• Where a program is related to an external certification, eligibility is determined exclusively by the applicable certifying organization. Certification bodies may establish additional requirements involving education, examinations, experience, background screening, continuing education, or membership. HBIU does not guarantee certification eligibility or examination approval unless a formal written agreement expressly provides otherwise.
• Career and occupational information is provided to help students make informed educational decisions. Employment outcomes depend on factors such as the graduate's experience, geographic location, professional qualifications, employer requirements, economic conditions, interviewing ability, and any applicable licensure or certification requirements. Completion of a program does not constitute a promise of employment, promotion, job placement, or a particular occupational title.
• This program is delivered through online instruction. Students must have access to the technology, equipment, internet service, software, and learning resources identified in the University's technology requirements.
• Internship or field-experience participation is subject to academic eligibility, site availability, supervisor approval, and the requirements of the participating organization. The University assists students with the placement process but cannot guarantee placement with a particular organization, supervisor, location, or schedule.
• Students are responsible for reviewing the catalog, understanding program requirements, providing accurate information, meeting academic and financial obligations, and verifying whether the program supports their intended educational or professional goals.
• Completion of a University program does not authorize a graduate to use a professional title that is protected or restricted by law. Graduates must use titles that accurately reflect their education, credentials, employment role, and current licensure or certification status.
• Degree abbreviation | A.A. in Faith-Based Human Resources
• Total program length | 60 semester credit hours
• Normal completion time | Two academic years