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Quick Facts: Human Resources Managers | |
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$121,220 per year
$58.28 per hour |
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Bachelor's degree | |
5 years or more | |
None | |
165,200 | |
6% (Faster than average) | |
10,400 |
What Human Resources Managers Do
Human resources managers plan, coordinate, and direct the administrative functions of an organization.
Work Environment
Human resources managers are employed in nearly every industry. They work in offices, and most work full time during regular business hours. Some travel to attend professional meetings or to recruit employees.
How to Become a Human Resources Manager
Candidates typically need a combination of education and several years of related work experience to become a human resources manager. Although positions typically require a bachelor’s degree, some require a master’s degree.
Pay
The median annual wage for human resources managers was $121,220 in May 2020.
Job Outlook
Employment of human resources managers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2019 to 2029, faster than the average for all occupations. As new companies form and organizations expand their operations, they will need human resources managers to administer and monitor their programs and to ensure that firms adhere to changing employment laws.
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