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2026-2027 University Catalog
Organizational Behavior & Human Resource Management, BS
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 Return to: Daniels School of Business (Undergraduate)
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About the Program
Majoring in Organizational Behavior and Human Resources offers students a deep understanding of how to effectively manage and develop an organization’s most critical asset-its people. Students will gain insights into the management of people and the broader workforce, employee recruitment, training, and development, and the role of leaders in complex work environments. Additionally, the OBHRM major will provide students the opportunity to develop critical skills, including negotiations, communications, interpersonal dynamics, and leadership, along with a rich understanding of organizational culture, to promote positive outcomes for both employees and organizations (e.g., engagement, satisfaction, performance, well-being). Moreover, students will develop the ability to apply research-driven insights and evidence-based strategies to guide decisions, interactions, and planning, ultimately contributing to enduring organizational success. Degree Requirements
120 Credits RequiredDepartment/Program Major Courses (85 credits)
Required Major Courses (61 credits)
Economics Selective (3 credits)
Choose One: Major Selectives (18 credits)
Cultural Competencies I Selectives (3 credits)
Other Departmental Courses (23-35 credits)
Optional Concentrations in the Daniels School of Business
Course Requirements
Only 1 course may be shared between any major, minor, or concentration. School of Business Requirements
MAI Requirements
- To be admitted to upper level, a student must complete all Management Admissions Index (MAI) courses with a 3.00 or above MAI GPA AND a 2.50 cumulative GPA, have a C- or higher in all MAI AND any Management, Economics, and OBHR courses (M/E/O), and not be on academic notice.
- University Policy states students may only attempt a course 3 times and grades of W are included in this limit. Per the School of Business, no more than three different MAI courses, or their equivalents, may be taken two times for a grade. Students are responsible for consulting their advisor about re-take options available to them.
- Previous enrollments in MA 16100, 16200, 16500, 16600 do not count against the retake policy for the MAI.
The following are Management Admissions Index courses: - ECON 25100
- MGMT 20000
- MA 16100 or MA 16010 or MA 16500
- SCLA 10100 or ENGL 10600 or ENGL 10800 or HONR 19903
- SCLA 10200 or COM 11400 or COM 21700 or EDPS 31500
GPA Requirements
- Graduation Index: 2.00 minimum
- Major Index: 2.00 minimum
Course Requirements and Notes
ECON, MGMT, and OBHR courses designated 300-level or higher can only be taken after being admitted to Upper Division. Please note, certain exceptions may be allowed. Students should check course restrictions to verify. The following gateway courses (listed by major) should be taken soon after you are admitted to Upper Division as they are pre-requisites for all Major Selectives: - Accounting, BS - MGMT 35000
- Business Analytics & Information Management, BS - MGMT 30500 & MGMT 38200
- Finance, BS - MGMT 31000
- General Management, BS - OBHR 33000 & MGMT 352
- Marketing - MGMT 32400
- Supply Chain & Operations Management, BS - MGMT 30500 & MGMT 36100
General Management Selectives cannot share Economic Selective Courses. Courses taken on approved School of Business study abroad programs may be used to satisfy degree requirements. Students participating in a Purdue approved study abroad program are registered as full-time Purdue students during their semester abroad. Schedule an appointment with your advisor to discuss study abroad opportunities. Pass/No Pass Policy
- The pass/no pass option MAY NOT be selected for MAI, EAI, MGMT, ECON or OBHR (MEO) courses (even if selected as a general elective) required for a major, required minor or concentration, or core requirements.
- Only courses taken for general electives that are not required major, minor or concentration courses may be taken pass/no pass.
- The total credit hours selected under the pass/no pass option in the student’s baccalaureate program may not exceed 15.
- The option cannot be adopted for more than one course per semester.
- A student who elects this option must be classified as at least a sophomore 45-59 credits or higher.
- Students who are repeating a course must repeat it using the same grade mode as the original attempt.
- Students on academic notice must complete at least 12 hours of coursework for a letter grade during the semester. Those students on academic notice for a second consecutive semester may not elect the pass/no pass option until they are removed from academic notice.
- See your advisor for Study Abroad Pass/No Pass Policy
Transfer Credit Policy
- The number of general electives will vary for each student and can include AP credit, transfer credit, and/or Credit by Exam.
- Transfer credit for upper level MGMT, OBHR and ECON will only be considered if taken at a 4-year AACSB accredited school.
- More information can be found at Transfer Credit Guidlines
Summer Courses
Information on summer courses is available here. University Requirements
University Core Requirements
For a complete listing of University Core Course Selectives, visit the University Senate Website. - AI Working Competency (UCC: AI)
- Human Cultures: Behavioral/Social Science (UCC: BSS)
- Human Cultures: Humanities (UCC: HUM)
- Information Literacy (UCC: IL)
- Oral Communication (UCC: OC)
- Quantitative Reasoning (UCC: QR)
- Science #1 (UCC: SCI)
- Science #2 (UCC: SCI)
- Science, Technology, and Society (UCC: STS)
- Written Communication (UCC: WC)
Civics Literacy Proficiency Requirement
To obtain the Civics Literacy credential, all Baccalaureate degree seeking students will complete the Civics Literacy Podcast pathway - Complete 12 podcasts created by the Purdue Center for C-SPAN Scholarship & Engagement that use C-SPAN material and pass the required quizzes per episode. After the pathway has been successfully completed, students will take the Civics Literacy knowledge test. Civics Literacy does not impact a student’s GPA or bear any financial costs. More details about each pathway and how to complete the requirement can be found on the Civics Literacy Student Dashboard in myPurdue. Upper Level Requirement
- Resident study at Purdue University for at least two semesters and the enrollment in and completion of at least 32 semester hours of coursework required and approved for the completion of the degree. These courses are expected to be at least junior-level (30000+) courses.
- Students should be able to fulfill most, if not all, of these credits within their major requirements; there should be a clear pathway for students to complete any credits not completed within their major.
Spring 4th Year
- Major Selective V - Credit Hours: 3.00
- Major Selective VI - Credit Hours: 3.00
- Elective - Credit Hours: 3.00
- Elective - Credit Hours: 3.00
- Elective - Credit Hours: 3.00
Program Learning Outcomes
- HR Principles and Practices
- This learning outcome focuses on the foundational principles and best practices within the field of Human Resources.
- Students will:
- Analyze and apply strategies in recruitment and selection, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, organizational development, including change management, organizational culture, and compliance with labor laws in an organizational context.
- Design and implement HR policies that align with organizational goals, foster a positive work environment, and ensure the effective management of human capital.
- Leading People in Organizations
- Students will:
- Develop business acumen and leadership capabilities with a strong emphasis on adopting a human-centric approach to understanding and managing people.
- Apply evidence-based principles of leadership in real-world settings. The focus will be on cultivating effective and ethical leaders who can make thoughtful, informed, future-focused decisions in ways that encourage long-term success for individuals and their organizations.
- HR Business Planning and Technology
- Students will:
- Leverage HR technology and analytics tools to collect, analyze, and interpret people data, integrating business planning and analytics to develop evidence-based HR strategies aligned with organizational objectives and tailored to meet specific business needs.
- By mastering these techniques, students will be able to: Provide data-driven insights that inform strategic business decisions, optimize workforce planning, and enhance overall organizational performance.
- Interpersonal Skills
- This outcome focuses on building essential interpersonal skills critical for OBHRM professionals.
- Students will:
- Identify and apply effective teamwork, communication techniques, and negotiation strategies for conflict resolution.
- Collaborate with diverse teams, communicate clearly and persuasively, and resolve conflicts in a manner that promotes positive outcomes for all parties involved.
Pre-Requisite Information
For pre-requisite information, log in to mypurdue.purdue.edu and click here. World Language Courses
World Language proficiency requirements vary by program. The following list is inclusive of all world languages PWL offers for credit; for acceptable languages and proficiency levels, see your advisor. (ASL-American Sign Language; ARAB-Arabic; CHNS-Chinese; FR-French; GER-German; GREK-Greek(Ancient); HEBR-Hebrew(Biblical); HEBR-Hebrew(Modern); ITAL-Italian; JPNS-Japanese; KOR-Korean; LATN-Latin; PTGS-Portuguese; RUSS-Russian; SPAN-Spanish) Critical Course
The ♦ course is considered critical. In alignment with the Degree Map Guidance for Indiana’s Public Colleges and Universities, published by the Commission for Higher Education (pursuant to HEA 1348-2013), a Critical Course is identified as “one that a student must be able to pass to persist and succeed in a particular major. Students who want to be nurses, for example, should know that they are expected to be proficient in courses like biology in order to be successful. These would be identified by the institutions for each degree program.” Disclaimer
The student is ultimately responsible for knowing and completing all degree requirements. Consultation with an advisor may result in an altered plan customized for an individual student. The myPurduePlan powered by DegreeWorks is the knowledge source for specific requirements and completion. Comparative information about Purdue University and other U.S. educational institutions is also available through the College Navigator tool, provided by the National Center for Education Statistics, and through the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. |
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