SDSU's Human Resources Academic Program is Ranked Among Best in the U.S.

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 6, 2014 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The College of Business Administration at San Diego State University (SDSU) announced that Human Resources MBA has named SDSU's College of Business Administration's human resources (HR) academic program as one of the best in the United States.

The publication named SDSU's program as the 13^th best overall and the 10^th best among public universities. Human Resources MBA stated that the programs chosen as the top 25 in the nation were those that aligned with the curriculum guidelines set by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), had active SHRM student chapters, and were accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).  

SDSU's HR program earned additional accolades this spring when SDSU's SHRM student chapter was honored as with an Outstanding Student Chapter award for 2014. The program also received multiple honors within SDSU including the 2014 Aztec Achievement Award for Outstanding Student Organization, Outstanding Advisor and Outstanding Female Leader.

"We are honored that Human Resources MBA has recognized the exceptional HR academic program we've built at SDSU," said Dr. Dennis Cradit, dean of SDSU's College of Business Administration. "We are especially proud of Dr. Michelle Dean for her dedication and tireless efforts as the founder of the program and the faculty advisor of our award-winning student SHRM chapter. It was Dr. Dean who recognized the need for specially-educated HR professionals that led to the founding of SDSU's nationally lauded program. We are deeply appreciative of her outstanding leadership, her dedication to our students, and for helping to fill a critical need in the business community."

About the College of Business Administration
With nearly 5,000 students, SDSU's College of Business Administration is one of the largest business schools in the U.S. For nearly 60 years, the College has produced some of the most successful and influential business leaders in the world. For more information, visit www.sdsu.edu/business.

About SDSU
San Diego State University is a major public research institution offering bachelor's degrees in 91 areas, master's degrees in 78 areas and doctorates in 22 areas. The university provides transformative experiences, both inside and outside of the classroom, for its 35,000 students. Students participate in research, international experiences, sustainability and entrepreneurship initiatives, and a broad range of student life and leadership opportunities. The university's rich campus life features opportunities for students to participate in, and engage with, the creative and performing arts, a Division I athletics program and the vibrant cultural life of the San Diego region. For more information, visit www.sdsu.edu.

Contact: Suzanne Finch
Chief Communications Officer
SDSU College of Business Administration
(619) 594-0206
[email protected]

SOURCE San Diego State University College of Business Administration