The University of Phoenix Bachelor of Science in Human Services/Management program is designed to provide you with foundational business and administrative skills as well as knowledge of counseling and psychology. Read more about this undergraduate degree program here.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What Kind of Program Is It?

    If you enroll in the Bachelor of Science in Human Services/Management program, you will have the opportunity to examine theories in social, psychological and behavioral services. Through participation in workshops and presentations, students will have the chance to develop communication, planning and people skills. The program is also intended to introduce students to local service organizations and help them develop skills in grant research and writing. Other human services topics include field-specific regulations, cultural diversity and program evaluation. Additionally, the curriculum is intended to introduce business concepts such as marketing strategies, consumer behavior, financial planning, data analysis and accounting. This University of Phoenix program is offered online and on campus.

    What Are the Prerequisites?

    You may have an interest in helping groups and individuals within your community. Applicants to University of Phoenix programs should have a high school diploma or GED.

    What Are the Course Requirements?

    This bachelor's degree curriculum accounts for 60 credit hours of study. However, students must complete additional general education and elective courses in order to meet the 120-credit minimum requirement (124 for Kansas) for graduation.

    • BSHS 302: Introduction to Human Services
    • BSHS 322: Communication Skills for Human Services Professionals
    • MGT 331: Organizational Behavior
    • BSHS 312: Models of Effective Helping
    • MGT 330: Management - Theory, Practice, and Application
    • BSHS 342: Human Lifespan Development
    • MGT 350: Critical Thinking - Strategies in Decision Making
    • BSHS 402: Case Management
    • BSHS 332: Professional, Ethical, and Legal Issues in Human Services
    • MGT 449: Quality Management and Productivity
    • FIN 324: Financial Analysis for Managers 1
    • BSHS 442: Advocacy and Mediation
    • PSY 428: Organizational Psychology
    • BSHS 352: Technology in Human Services
    • BSHS 422: Cultural Diversity and Special Populations
    • BSHS 382: Research and Statistics
    • BSHS 462: Building Community in Organizations
    • MKT 421: Marketing
    • BSHS 452: Program Design and Proposal Writing
    • GEB 480: Interdisciplinary Capstone Course

    Advanced Degrees

    With experience, graduates of a Bachelor of Science in Human Services/Management program may be able to seek professional certification through the National Organization for Human Services. They could also pursue a higher-level degree, which could allow them to examine related theories and develop advanced leadership skills.

    University of Phoenix offers several relevant master's degrees, including:

    • Master of Management
    • Master of Public Administration
    • Master of Health Administration
    • Master of Psychology