Human Factors/Ergonomics | San Jose State University

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

SpeakingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingWritingSocial PerceptivenessService OrientationJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge

Personnel and Human ResourcesAdministrativeAdministration and ManagementEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal Service

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionProblem SensitivityDeductive ReasoningSpeech RecognitionSpeech ClarityNear VisionInductive Reasoning

Tasks

Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines a

Technology

Document management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareWeb page creation and editing softwareHuman resources softwareDesktop publishing software

Tools

10-key calculatorsComputer scannersDesktop computersDigital audio recordersDigital video disk DVD playersLaptop computersLaser facsimile machinesLiquid crystal display LCD projectorsMulti-line telephone systemsOffice inkjet printersPersonal computersPhotocopying equipmentVideo projectorsWeb conferencing cameras

Work Values

RelationshipsSupportAchievementWorking ConditionsRecognitionIndependence

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium13-1071.00	Human Resources Specialists	title_inference	$72,910 median$126,540 top	+6.18%	5,840

Program Pathways

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: advanced (Level 4)(based on Master's Degree)

HR strategy and vision — set the organization's human resources strategic direction, aligning talent acquisition, compliance, and employee relations programs with long-term business goals.
Organizational compliance leadership — establish enterprise-wide EEO, ADA, and labor law compliance frameworks, representing the organization in regulatory audits and government inquiries.
HR policy governance — author and sponsor enterprise HR policies, ensuring consistency, legal soundness, and alignment with organizational values across all business units.
Talent management architecture — design scalable hiring and workforce planning systems that anticipate skill gaps and support organizational growth across geographies or business lines.
Executive-level employee relations — oversee resolution of high-stakes or sensitive employee relations matters involving senior leaders, legal exposure, or reputational risk.
People analytics and decision-making — leverage advanced HRIS, analytical, and reporting platforms to surface workforce insights that inform C-suite and board-level decisions.
HR team leadership and development — mentor, coach, and evaluate a team of HR specialists and generalists, building departmental capability and succession pipelines.
Stakeholder influence and negotiation — advise and influence executive leadership, legal counsel, and external partners on complex HR matters through evidence-based recommendations.
HR technology strategy — evaluate, select, and champion enterprise HR technology investments that modernize operations, enhance data integrity, and improve employee experience.
Organizational culture stewardship — champion inclusion, integrity, and employee engagement initiatives at the enterprise level, translating HR values into measurable cultural outcomes.

Program Details

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Requirements

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Financial Aid

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