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What can I do with a degree in Human Resources Management?

January 28, 2026

The Bachelor’s program in Human Resources Management at FHWien der WKW is a practical, innovative, and people-centered program that prepares students for the world of HR in six semesters. Whether full-time or part-time, students learn everything that modern companies expect from HR experts.

What skills are taught in human resources management studies?

The Bachelor’s program Human Resources Management is not just about theory – it’s about real skills for practical application:

🧠 Expertise in HR topics:

  • People & Culture
  • New Work
  • Recruiting
  • Personnel Development & Training
  • Change Management
  • Labor Law & Payroll Accounting
  • Performance Management & Personnel Strategy
  • AI and HR Trends

💻 Digital skills:

  • Digitization of HR processes
  • Use of AI
  • E-training and online moderation
  • HR analytics

🗣️ Social skills:

  • Communication & conversation skills
  • Moderation & presentation
  • Conflict management

🎓 Additional qualifications:

  • Option to obtain a trainer certificate as a “Trainer in Corporate Adult Education, including E-Training”
  • Certification options in cooperation with Austrian Standards (E-Learning Manager, Expert in Personnel Selection, Expert in Personnel Development)

What jobs are available after studying human resources management?

The study program prepares students for a wide range of careers in the field of human resources. Typical entry-level positions include:

  • HR Generalist – All-rounder for all HR topics
  • Recruiting Manager – Finding and inspiring talent
  • HR Controller – Figures, data, and facts in the HR department
  • Personnel Developer – Designing further training and career planning
  • People & Culture Manager – Actively shaping corporate culture
  • Personnel Administrator – Contracts, salaries, organization
  • Compensation & Benefits Manager – Developing fair and motivating remuneration systems

What are the career opportunities?

The demand for well-trained HR professionals is increasing – especially in times of digitalization, skills shortages, and new ways of working. Graduates of this study program are in demand at:

  • Companies of all sizes and in all industries
  • Human resources consultancies
  • International organizations
  • Start-ups and NGOs

With a Bachelor’s degree, the path to a Master’s degree is also open – for example, in the field of Organizational and Human Resources Development.

Who is the human resource management study program suitable for?

If you enjoy working with people, want to help shape organizations, and are interested in economic contexts, this is the right place for you. The following qualitites are particularly helpful:

  • Interest in communication and teamwork
  • Openness to digital tools and trends
  • Desire for international experience
  • Motivation to take on responsibility and embrace change

📌 Convinced? Here are all the details about the Bachelor’s program in Human Resources Management as well as information about the admissions procedure and the curriculum.