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Program Overview
Human Resources (HR) is an essential service in every business and organization. HR professionals are the link between employees and employers. They work to make sure everyone feels valued and is doing their best work. Madison College’s Human Resource Management associate degree can prepare you for this rewarding and in-demand career field.
This degree is great for high school graduates. And with its flexible class offerings, it is also ideal for working professionals. Whether you want to advance your career or switch fields, this program is designed for you.
If you are looking to add value to your skill set in specific areas and with minimal time, Madison College also offers three Human Resources certificate options.
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What You'll Learn in the HR Program
As a student in the Human Resource Management associate degree program, you will learn to:
- Create an organizational workforce plan to include recruitment and retention of employees
- Develop training programs
- Examine and manage organizational compensation programs, including salary, retirement savings, bonuses and insurance
- Incorporate employment law into business practices
- Facilitate effective employee-employer relations, including relations with regulatory and labor organizations
The Human Resource curriculum is built on both the why and how of HR. Coursework covers theory of management leadership styles, effective staffing, employment law, organizational training and more. You will then put this learning to work in HR Capstone with in-class simulations and real-world applications.
Practical Skills
This program will teach you the practical skills needed to keep the employee-employer relationship and the work environment thriving. It will also help you grow the soft skills needed to be successful in the field.
- Every day is different for HR professionals, so you will need organizational skills to manage your time, duties and information.
- Numbers, laws, policies and forms are a big part of the job. A detail-oriented mindset will make your work easier and more effective.
- A focus on people is the core of human resources. Successful HR professionals are empathetic and good communicators. They help people through illnesses, career development and promotions.
- Of course, managing the interests of everyone involved can be tricky. You will need critical thinking and problem-solving abilities to arrive at the best outcomes.
Stackable Credential
With a few more credits, you can earn a double major with a Business Management associate's degree to make you an even more valuable employee.
Human Resources Associate Degree credits can transfer to a four-year university, if you decide to go even further in your education and career opportunities.
Program Details
Students in the Human Resource program can attend full or part time. Human Resource associate degree classes are offered at the Madison College Truax campus. While some classes are held in person, this degree can be completed 100% online, perfect for working professionals.
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Curriculum and Experience
Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2025-2026 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.
Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:
- Progress toward your specific requirements
- Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements
If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.
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Admission
To Apply
Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!
If you are an international student and want to apply to Madison College, or transfer your F-1 student visa here, check program availability and then complete the International Admission Process.
Note: It is recommended to only apply for a semester that has already started if you are currently enrolled in classes, or you have verified that classes are still available for that semester.
Application Dates
Spring 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2026
Summer 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is July 15, 2026
Fall 2026
- Application open
- Application completion deadline is November 15, 2026
Spring 2027
- Application available on February 1, 2026
- Application completion deadline is April 15, 2027
Admission Requirements
All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.
1. Admission Application
The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.
2. Education Completion
Submit official transcripts from the institutions you attended that indicate one of the following:
- High school completion (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
- GED/HSED completion
- College transcript or Madison College experience showing:
- Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
- At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
- The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
- Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum
- Credits completed at Madison College are evaluated and do not require a transcript
All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.
Additional Notes
Individual courses may have prerequisites to enroll. Admission into a certificate or waiting list does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses. See the Curriculum section for the list of courses for the certificate.
After Acceptance
Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College.
Questions?
Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.
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Transfer Opportunities
UW System Schools
Students who complete the Associate degree in Human Resource Management at Madison College, submit the Declaration of Intent to Participate, and meet specified levels of academic achievement as outlined in this transfer agreement will be guaranteed direct admission to the UW-Madison School of Business Online BBA-Human Resources program.The terms of the B.S in Human Services Leadership agreement are limited to students who complete selective A.A.S degrees and are admitted to the Human Services Leadership at UW-Oshkosh. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higherThe terms of the B.S in Leadership & Org Studies agreement are limited to students who complete selective A.A.S or A.A.A. degrees and are admitted to the Organizational Studies emphasis at UW-Oshkosh. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higherThis program-to-program articulation agreement between UW-Platteville and Madison College provides students with guaranteed admission into the UW-Platteville Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Human Resource Management major and to be awarded ALL Associate Degree credits toward the BBA Human Resource Management major after successful completion of their Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)-Degree at Madison CollegeStudents must complete the entire sending program and meet the receiving institution’s admission requirements for the agreement to apply. Students completing this agreement are guaranteed admission to the University of WisconsinStout and the B.S. Business Administration, General Business concentration program at a junior level standing. The receiving institution will apply 60 credits from the sending program. A total of 60 credits remain to complete the receiving program at UW Stout.Wisconsin Private Schools
Qualified students who meet the admission criteria of Concordia University Inc. and are admitted under the Advanced Transfer Core are guaranteed transferability of academic courses of up to 84 credits of D or above earned at a Wisconsin Technical College System institution. Qualified students are those who have completed the Associate Degrees, Associate of Arts (AA) or Sciences (AS), Associate Degree of Applied Arts (AAA) or Applied Sciences (AAS)Student who earn an Associate Degree from Madison College can transfer a minimum of 60 credits and a maximum of 72 credits to Lakeland College to be applied to the requirements of the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Sciences degree.Completion of an A.A.S. Degree at Madison College after 2018, and meeting admission requirements for the Rader School of Business (RSOB) at the Milwaukee School of Engineering (MSOE) can earn a B.B.A degree in Technical Sales at MSOE.Mount Mary University will recognize an earned AA, AS, and AAS degree and guarantee those students junior standing. Outlines main transfer equivalancies.Bachelor of Science in Business Management and LeadershipOut-of-State Schools
Students who complete any associate degree at Madison Area Technical College will have no additional general education core curriculum requirements to meet but must satisfy the Kirkpatrick Signature Series requirement.Per the agreement, students must complete the associates of arts, associates of science or associates of applied science with an overall GPA of a 2.0 prior to transferring.Students graduating with an associate degree from MATC with a 2.0 GPA or higher are guaranteed admissions into CSU-Global and can transfer up to 64 semester credits from MATC to be applied toward earning a Bachelor’s Degree at CSU-Global.Franklin University will guarantee acceptance of Madison College graduates with an AA, AS, or AAS. Madison College graduates will have junior standing at Franklin University and may transfer up to 94 additional credits toward their baccalaureate degree. -
Career Outcomes
Earning your associate degree in the Human Resource Management program at Madison College prepares you for a valuable career as a:
- Recruiter
- Employment Verification Specialist
- HR Assistant or Generalist
- Training Coordinator
With additional education and/or work experience, graduates may find employment as:
- Compensation Specialist
- Job Analyst
- HR Manager
- Training Manager
- Labor Relations Specialist
- Equal Employment Opportunity Specialist
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Graduate Summary
Graduate Report Summary Overview
2022 2023 2024 Number of Program Graduates 29 10 28 Number of Surveys Sent 29 10 28 Number of Surveys Returned 15 7 16 Percent of Surveys Returned Available for Employment 13 7 15 Percent Available for Employment 86.7% 100.0% 93.8% Not in Labor Market Percent Not in Labor Market 6.7% 0.0% 6.3% Available for Employment
2022 2023 2024 Graduates Employed 11 5 13 Percent of Graduates Employed 84.6% 71.4% 86.7% Employed in Related Occupation 7 4 8 Percent Employed in Related Occupation 63.6% 80.0% 61.5% Employed in Unrelated Occupation 4 1 5 Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation 36.4% 20.0% 38.5% Employed - No Response 0 0 0 Percent Employed - No Response 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Seeking Employment 2 2 2 Percent Seeking Employment 15.4% 28.6% 13.3% Reaction To Training at Madison College
2022 2023 2024 Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4) 3.5 3.4 3.4 Number of Satisfaction Responses 14 7 15 Very Satisfied (4) 8 3 6 Percent Very Satisfied 57.1% 42.9% 40.0% Satisfied (3) 5 4 9 Percent Satisfied 35.7% 57.1% 60.0% Unsatisfied (2) 1 0 0 Percent Unsatisfied 7.1% 0.0% 0.0% Very Unsatisfied (1) Percent Very Unsatisfied 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Primary Reason for Attending Madison College
2022 2023 2024 Number of Primary Reason Responses 14 7 16 Preparation for Getting a Job Percent Preparation for Getting a Job Career Change Percent Career Change Improvement of Existing Skills Percent Improvement of Existing Skills Preparation for Further Education Percent Preparation for Further Education Personal Interest Percent Personal Interest Other Percent Other 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% When Employment was Obtained
2022 2023 2024 Number of When Employment Obtained Responses 11 5 13 Before Enrollment 1 2 3 Percent Before Enrollment 9.1% 40.0% 23.1% While Attending the College 4 2 7 Percent While Attending the College 36.4% 40.0% 53.8% After Training at the College 6 1 3 Percent After Training at the College 54.5% 20.0% 23.1% Location of Employment (related and unrelated)
2022 2023 2024 Number of Employment Location Responses 12 5 13 In College District 8 3 10 Percent In College District 66.7% 60.0% 76.9% In Wisconsin, Not in District 2 0 2 Percent of In Wisconsin 16.7% 0.0% 15.4% Outside of Wisconsin 1 1 1 Percent Outside Wisconsin 8.3% 20.0% 7.7% Employer Location Unknown 1 1 0 Percent Location Unknown 8.3% 20.0% 0.0% Salary Trend 2022 2023 2024 Full Time Employment (Related Job) Full Time Salary Count 5 4 6 Average Monthly Wage $4,536 $4,663 $4,566 Average Hourly Wage $26.37 $27.11 $26.54 Average Work Hours per Week 42.5 40.0 40.7 Part Time Employment (Related Job) Part Time Salary Count 1 2 Average Hourly Wage $13.49 $28.83 Average Work Hours per Week 26.0 28.5 -
Graduate Employers
Graduate Employers for academic year: 2024 Employer(s) Job Title City* State** Positions Dept of Workforce Development Resource Mgt Coordinator Intern Eastbridge Law Group Paralegal Fleet Farm HR Coordinator Beaver Dam Hy-Vee HR Journalist Rock River community clinic Referral Manager Whitewater RTP Company Plans HR Generalist Portage UW Health Hospital & Clinics Vendor Liaison Coordinator Cottage Grove YMCA HR Specialist * - Only cities outside of Madison will display.
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