Human Resource Associate Course Catalog
Use this course outline to follow your Human Resource Associate training from business fundamentals to advanced HR practices. See how each semester prepares you for a career in human resources.
Attending college is more than just collecting credits — there's a carefully designed path that builds your knowledge, skills, and expertise step by step. On this page, you'll find a complete, semester-by-semester breakdown of all the courses required to graduate.
On-Campus (2026-2027)
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree
18 Months (4 Semesters)Credits Required for Graduation: 72
First Year – Fall Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 101 | Introduction To Business | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 170 | Human Resources Management | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 215 | Business Ethics | 45 | 3 |
| ACCT 210 | Principles Of Accounting I | 45 | 3 |
| CSC 105 | Computer Software Applications | 45 | 3 |
| Selected Communications Course (choose one) COMM 101 - Communications and Career Strategies ENGL 101 - Composition * (CSS 100 – Career Search Strategies .5 credit) | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 270 | 18 | |
First Year – Spring Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSA 108 | Employment Law | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 120 | Principles Of Marketing (120) | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 230 | Management Policy | 45 | 3 |
| ACCT 222 | Payroll Accounting | 45 | 3 |
| (choose one) BSA 232 CSC 125 | Social Media Marketing Advanced Computer Applications | 45 | 3 |
| Selected Social Science Course (choose one) ECON 105 - Leadership in the Global Workplace ECON 201 - Principles of Microeconomics* ECON 202 - Principles of Macroeconomics * SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology * | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 270 | 18 | |
Second Year – Fall Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSA 210 | Compensation Benefits | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 122 | Business Relationships | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 140 | Business Law | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 244 | International Business | 45 | 3 |
| CMST 101 | Foundations of Communication* | 45 | 3 |
| Selected Behavioral Science Course (choose one) | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 270 | 18 | |
Second Year – Spring Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSA 212 | Recruitment, Training, And Development | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 209 | Principles Of Insurance | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 220 | Personal Finance | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 242 | Internship/Capstone Project (Business) | 180 | 3 |
ACCT 211 BUS 236 | Principles Of Accounting II Financial Management | 45 | 3 |
| Selected Mathematics Course (choose one) | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 405 | 18 | |
Students will select a course in each of the areas listed to meet general education requirements. Courses marked with an asterisk (*) can be transferred directly to the university system and may be substituted for recommended courses on the outline. Students should speak with an advisor before doing so.
On-Campus: January Start (2026-2027)
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree
18 Months (4 Semesters)Credits Required for Graduation: 72
First Year – Spring Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSA 108 | Employment Law | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 120 | Principles Of Marketing (120) | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 230 | Management Policy | 45 | 3 |
| ACCT 210 | Principles Of Accounting I | 45 | 3 |
| CSC 105 | Computer Software Applications | 45 | 3 |
| Selected Communications Course (choose one) COMM 101 - Communications and Career Strategies ENGL 101 - Composition * (CSS 100 – Career Search Strategies .5 credit) | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 270 | 18 | |
First Year – Fall Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 101 | Introduction To Business | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 170 | Human Resources Management | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 215 | Business Ethics | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 220 | Personal Finance | 45 | 3 |
| Selected Mathematics Course (choose one) | 45 | 3 | |
| Selected Social Science Course (choose one) ECON 105 - Leadership in the Global Workplace ECON 201 - Principles of Microeconomics* ECON 202 - Principles of Macroeconomics * SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology * | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 270 | 18 | |
Second Year – Spring Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSA 212 | Recruitment, Training, And Development | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 209 | Principles Of Insurance | 45 | 3 |
| ACCT 222 | Payroll Accounting | 45 | 3 |
| (choose one) ACCT 211 BUS 236 | Principles Of Accounting II Financial Management | 45 | 3 |
| (choose one) BSA 232 CSC 125 | Social Media Marketing Advanced Computer Applications | 45 | 3 |
| Selected Behavioral Science Course (choose one) | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 270 | 18 | |
Second Year – Fall Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSA 210 | Compensation Benefits | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 122 | Business Relationships | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 140 | Business Law | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 242 | Internship/Capstone Project (Business) | 180 | 3 |
| BUS 244 | International Business | 45 | 3 |
| CMST 101 | Foundations of Communication* | 45 | 3 |
| Total | 405 | 18 |
All elective and/or additional courses not listed on your current program outline must be approved by your adviser and appropriately identified on the current program semester outline of any Business Associate Option or Financial Services Option.
Prerequisite: Students must have successfully completed ACCT 210 – Principles of Accounting I (or have approval from the instructor) before enrolling in ACCT 211 – Principles of Accounting II or BUS 236 – Financial Management.
Students will select a course in each of the areas listed to meet general education requirements. Courses marked with an asterisk (*) can be transferred directly to the university system and may be substituted for recommended courses on the outline. Students should speak with an advisor before doing so.
Students who select to take transferable communications course ENGL 101, must also register for CSS 100 – Career Search Strategies for .5 credit. This curriculum is required for all Lake Area Tech graduates and is included in the COMM 101 course but is separate from the university system.
E-Degree (2026-2027)
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree
27 Months (6 Semesters)Credits Required for Graduation: 72
First Fall Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 101 | Introduction To Business | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 170 | Human Resources Management | 45 | 3 |
| CSC 105 | Computer Software Applications | 45 | 3 |
| Selected Behavioral Science Course (choose one) | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 180 | 12 | |
First Spring Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSA 108 | Employment Law | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 120 | Principles Of Marketing (120) | 45 | 3 |
| (choose one) BSA 232 CSC 125 | Social Media Marketing Advanced Computer Applications | 45 | 3 |
| Selected Social Science Course (choose one) ECON 105 - Leadership in the Global Workplace ECON 201 - Principles of Microeconomics* ECON 202 - Principles of Macroeconomics * SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology * | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 180 | 12 | |
Second Fall Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 122 | Business Relationships | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 215 | Business Ethics | 45 | 3 |
| ACCT 210 | Principles Of Accounting I | 45 | 3 |
| CMST 101 | Foundations of Communication* | 45 | 3 |
| Total | 180 | 12 |
Second Spring Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUS 230 | Management Policy | 45 | 3 |
| ACCT 222 | Payroll Accounting | 45 | 3 |
| (choose one) ACCT 211 BUS 236 | Principles Of Accounting II Financial Management | 45 | 3 |
| Selected Mathematics Course (choose one) | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 180 | 12 | |
Third Fall Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSA 210 | Compensation Benefits | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 140 | Business Law | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 244 | International Business | 45 | 3 |
| Selected Communications Course (choose one) COMM 101 - Communications and Career Strategies ENGL 101 - Composition * (CSS 100 – Career Search Strategies .5 credit) | 45 | 3 | |
| Total | 180 | 12 | |
Third Spring Semester
| Course Code | Course Title | Clock Hours | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| BSA 212 | Recruitment, Training, And Development | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 209 | Principles Of Insurance | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 220 | Personal Finance | 45 | 3 |
| BUS 242 | Internship/Capstone Project (Business) | 180 | 3 |
| Total | 315 | 12 |
Students will select a course in each of the areas listed to meet general education requirements. Courses marked with an asterisk (*) can be transferred directly to the university system and may be substituted for recommended courses on the outline. Students should speak with an advisor before doing so.