The Franklin University Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management online degree program prepares students to execute key functions, such as hiring, developing and retaining employees. To stay competitive, employers need motivated, high-performing employees to complement their organizations. HR professionals are the individuals who make it happen. This online degree program is offered in an asynchronous format and classes are typically six (6) weeks. Students can utilize the Franklin Pathway Portal as they progress toward their LCCC associate degree to keep moving in the right direction towards their Franklin University bachelor’s degree. 

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Parallel LCCC Program 

Associate of Applied Business in Business Administration – Human Resource Management

 

Recommended Degree Programs Curriculum Pathway(s)

Associate of Applied Business
Human Resources Management to Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management [online] Transfer Pathway

Course selection/order may vary. All pathways are subject to change. Always review with your LCCC/Partner advisor. Course location is indicated each semester.

Semester One Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC Course Credit Hours Partner Institution Course Equivalency Credit Hours
ACTG 151: Accounting I - Financial 4 ACCT 215 Financial Accounting 4
BADM 165: Legal Environment of Business 3 BSAD 220 Business Law 3
CISS 121: Microcomputer Application I 3 PF 106 Intro to Spreadsheets 3
ECNM 151: Principles of Macroeconomics 3 ECON 220 Intro to Macroeconomics 3
ENGL 161: College Composition 3 Composition Special 3
SDEV 101: Introduction to the LCCC Community 1 University Elective 1
Semester Credit Hours Total 17 Semester Credit Hours Total

Semester Two Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC Course Credit Hours Partner Institution Course Equivalency Credit Hours
ACTG 152: Accounting II - Managerial 4 ACCT 225 Managerial Accounting 4
BADM 153: Recruitment Selection Training and Development 3 HRM 301 Staffing 3
ENGL 162: College Composition II 3 ENG 120 College Writing 3
MTHM 171: College Algebra 4 MATH 160 College Algebra 4
Semester Credit Hours Total 14 Semester Credit Hours Total

Semester Three Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC Course Credit Hours Partner Institution Course Equivalency Credit Hours
BADM 251: Principles of Management 3 MGMT 312 Principle of Management 3
CMMC 151: Oral Communication 3 SPCH 100 Speech Communications 3
ECNM 152: Principles of Microeconomics 3 ECON 210 Intro to Microeconomics 3
PSYH 151: Introduction to Psychology

or

SOCY 151G: Introduction to Sociology

 3 PSYC 110 General Psychology

or

SOCL 110 Intro to Sociology

 3
PSSC 161G: Earth Science 3 Science Elective 3
Semester Credit Hours Total 15 Semester Credit Hours Total

Semester Four Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC Course Credit Hours Partner Institution Course Equivalency Credit Hours
BADM 154: Compensation and Benefits 3 HRM 401 Compensation and Benefits 3
BADM 164: Labor Law 3 Professional Core 3
BADM 211: Business Communications 3 University Elective 3
BADM 255: Human Resources Management 3 HRM 300 Human Resources Management 3
BADM 164: Labor Management Relations 3 HRM 402 Employee and Labor Relations 3
Semester Credit Hours Total 15 Semester Credit Hours Total

LCCC Degree Attainment – Cumulative Total Credit Hours Earned: 61

Student will have earned the Lorain County Community College Associate of Applied Business, Business Administration – Human Resource Management (#0229) at the conclusion of the above curriculum pathway.

Semester Five Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC Course Credit Hours Partner Institution Course Equivalency Credit Hours
MTHM 168: Statistics 3 MATH 215 Statistical Concepts 3
PSSC 153: Physical Science 4 Science Elective with Lab 4
PHLY 151G: Introduction to Philosophy 3 Arts and Humanities Elective 3
MRKG 251: Principles of Marketing 3 MKTG 300 Marketing 3
Elective* 3 University Elective 3
Semester Credit Hours Total 16 Semester Credit Hours Total

Semester Six Curriculum (Enrolled at LCCC)

LCCC Course Credit Hours Partner Institution Course Equivalency Credit Hours
FNCE 251: Business Finance 3 FIN 301 Principles of Finance 3

OT36 Arts & Humanities Course

(PHLY 174 recommended)

 3

University Elective

(HUMN 210: Intro to Logic and Critical Thinking, if recommendation completed)

 3
Elective* 3 University Elective 3
Elective* 3 University Elective 3
Elective* 3 University Elective 3
Semester Credit Hours Total 15 Semester Credit Hours Total

Notes: For courses marked with the (*) notation, student should work with their Franklin and LCCC advisors to discuss the most beneficial elective course selection.

Semester Seven Curriculum (Enrolled at Franklin)

LCCC Course Credit Hours Partner Institution Course Equivalency Credit Hours
  PF 321 Learning Strategies 2
  HRM 302 Training and Development 4
  ENG 205 Business and Professional Writing 4
  Major Area Elective 4
  Major Area Elective 4
Semester Credit Hours Total   Semester Credit Hours Total 18

Semester Eight Curriculum (Enrolled at Franklin)

LCCC Course Credit Hours Partner Institution Course Equivalency Credit Hours
  Major Area Elective 4
  Major Area Elective 4
  Major Area Elective 4
  HRM 495 Strategic Human Resources Management Capstone 4
Semester Credit Hours Total   Semester Credit Hours Total 16

 

Franklin University Degree Attainment – Cumulative Total Credit Hours Earned: 126

Student will have earned the Franklin University Bachelor of Science in Human Resource Management at the conclusion of the above curriculum pathway.

Note: Franklin University requires a 30-credit hour residency requirement for graduation

Disclaimer: The fluidity of these pathways is acknowledged. At each level changes are possible as requirements, courses, course numbers, etc. may change. All efforts have been made to confirm the accuracy of the pathway by each institution. Always be aware of the date of review on the document. Always seek the assistance of an Academic Advisor or Counselor.   

Transfer pathway updated 11/16/2022

 

Admission Requirements and Procedures

  • Student utilizing the Franklin Pathway Portal can apply within the Portal or any student can apply to Franklin through the online application. 
  • Student must earn a LCCC associate degree to meet Franklin admission requirements.
    • Recommended LCCC degree program and associated curriculum pathway(s) provided above.
  • Franklin accepts applications year round and there is no application fee. 

Submit all college-level transcripts to:
Franklin University
Attn:  Office of Transfer and Articulation
201 S. Grant Ave
Columbus, OH 43215-5339

Tuition & Financial Aid

Student should review the Franklin tuition and fees information as well as financial aid resources, which includes the cost estimate calculator tool. Franklin staff can provide assistance in reviewing and estimating the cost of attendance for prospective and current students. For questions beyond the assistance provided online, students can work with the UP Franklin representative(s) listed at the bottom of this webpage. 

 

How do I know if I am in the University Partnership?  

How do I know if I am in the University Partnership?

  • You are following the UP Curriculum Pathway from the associate to the bachelor’s degree.
    • For 2:2 degrees, you have been admitted to the partner institution and have registered for your first classes the upcoming semester, 3rd year of partner classes.  The first day of the 3rd year class, you are officially a UP student.
    • For 3:1 degrees, you are a UP student if you are registered for the 3rd year in either bridgework LCCC classes or UP partner classes. You may not be necessarily admitted with the UP partner just yet.  The first day of the 3rd year of UP or LCCC bridgework class, you are officially a UP student.
  • UP Office will use the email address your partner institution shares with us, which is once a semester, to email out a reminder to you about the UP program supports and services.
  • If you are unsure if you are in the UP, you are welcome to email or call the UP Office to verify your status.

How do I show proof I am a UP student to receive benefits and supports offered at LCCC

  • Go to the Circulation Desk on the 2nd floor of the LCCC Bass Library  (440) 366-4026.
  • Show your class registration for UP classes with the partner institution or LCCC bridgework classes.
  • Bass Library staff will place a color coded sticker on the back of your LCCC or partner institution ID card.  If you have no LCCC or UP ID card, a UP ID card will be issued to you.
  • You will need to get a new sticker (date specific) each semester that you are registered for UP partner classes.
  • An ID card is not required but would be needed if you are seeking benefits and supports at LCCC while in the partnership.
  • Supports and services are for Elyria Campus and the Learning Centers (Community Learning  Center at Lorain High School, Lorain Learning Center at City Center, LCCC Wellington Center, and University Partnership Ridge Campus).

 

For More Information – Prospective and Current Students 

Danielle Cordes
transferinfo@franklin.edu
614-947-6629
Schedule a Teams Meeting with Danielle
LCCC Campus Visit Days on February 7th, March 28th and April 10th from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the University Center (UC) 113B.

See the Franklin University 2022-2023 Academic Calendar for important academic dates and deadlines.