Pace University

What you'll study

This undergraduate programme blends foundational business subjects with focused human resources coursework to develop both people and process skills. Typical modules cover core business disciplines—such as accounting, managerial finance and marketing—alongside HR-specific topics:

• Introduction to Human Resources — principles of HR, roles and functions within organisations.
• Organisational Behaviour — motivation, team dynamics, leadership and change management.
• Employment Law and Ethics — legal framework for hiring, termination, discrimination, compliance and ethical decision-making.
• Recruitment and Selection — sourcing, interviewing, selection methods and onboarding practices.
• Training and Development — needs analysis, instructional design, career development and performance management.
• Compensation and Benefits — pay structures, incentives, benefits design and total rewards strategies.
• Labour Relations — collective bargaining, union-management relations and dispute resolution (where applicable).
• HR Information Systems and Analytics — HRIS fundamentals, workforce data, metrics and using analytics to inform decisions.
• Strategic Human Resource Management — aligning HR strategy with organisational goals and change initiatives.
• Capstone or Internship — integrative project or supervised workplace placement to apply classroom learning in a real-world setting.

Students also choose electives that may include diversity and inclusion, international HR, compensation analytics, or small business HR, and can take advantage of elective courses across Pace’s schools to broaden skills in areas such as project management, entrepreneurship or information systems.

Entry requirements

Pace University typically looks for applicants with a completed secondary school diploma or equivalent and a record of academic achievement. Admissions usually consider the overall academic transcript, personal statement or essay, and letters of recommendation. Standardised test submissions may be optional depending on institutional policy; applicants should check current guidance. For international applicants, proof of English language proficiency (for example TOEFL or IELTS) is generally required unless exemptions apply. Mature or transfer applicants are evaluated on prior post‑secondary coursework and any relevant work experience; transfer credit may be granted where course content aligns with programme requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates enter a wide range of people-focused roles across private, public and non‑profit sectors. Common career paths include:

• HR generalist or HR coordinator
• Recruiter or talent acquisition specialist
• Training and development officer or learning specialist
• Compensation and benefits analyst
• HRIS or workforce analytics analyst
• Labour relations or employee relations representative
• Organisational development consultant or change management practitioner

Alumni may work in corporations, start-ups, staffing firms, government agencies, educational institutions or consulting firms. The programme’s internship and practicum opportunities help build employer contacts and practical experience that support entry into these roles, and graduates often progress into managerial HR positions or specialise further with postgraduate study and professional HR certifications.

Why study at Pace University

Pace offers the advantage of location and connectivity: its campuses in the New York metropolitan area provide access to a dense labour market and a wide range of employers for internships and networking. The university emphasises experiential learning through internships, partnerships with local organisations and small‑group instruction that facilitates faculty mentoring. Faculty frequently bring practical HR experience to the classroom, and students can benefit from campus career services, employer recruiting events and alumni networks. For those seeking a blend of business fundamentals and applied HR practice in an urban setting, Pace provides a curriculum designed to prepare graduates for immediate workplace contribution and long‑term career growth.