SHRM Student Chapters in California
Nicknamed the “Golden State,” California is well-known for its Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Bears, fields of golden poppies, golden coastal sunsets over the Pacific Ocean, and golden opportunities to attend some of the best universities in the entire United States. California is also home to 20 Student Chapters of the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM), which is the largest association on the globe devoted solely to advancements in Human Resources.
With more than 250,000 members in over 140 countries, SHRM serves the needs of HR professionals through local chapters dotted across the map. When college students take advantage of joining a SHRM Student Chapter, they can benefit from increasing their HR knowledge and connections through conferences, internships, fundraisers, workshops, and other networking activities. The following are the 20 Student Chapters for the SHRM on university campuses across California.
California Polytechnic State University
Positioned at the halfway mark between Los Angeles and San Francisco in San Luis Obispo, California Polytechnic State University is currently recognized as the 9th best college in the West by U.S. News and World Report. As one of the six academic colleges at Cal Poly, the Orfalea College of Business offers enrolled students high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
Students can pursue a Bachelor of Business Administration or a Bachelor of Economics, with concentrations in Entrepreneurship, Financial Management, Information Systems, or Management and Human Resources. Graduate students can achieve a Master of Business Administration (MBA) or a Master of Science in Economics. Members of the Cal Poly SHRM Student Chapter are given unparalleled access to HR experience through internships with Deloitte Consulting, Aerotek Recruiting, Intel Corporation, Target, Hewlett-Packard, and many more well-known corporations.
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http://www.calpoly.edu/~rellis/
California State Polytechnic University – Pomona
Located 30 miles east of the metropolitan hub of Los Angeles, California State Polytechnic University – Pomona has been ranked as the 33rd best college in the West by U.S. News and World Report. The College of Business Administration (CBA) has also received special recognition by being included in the 2014 edition of “The Best 295 Business Schools” from Princeton Review. The college offers students a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in Accounting, International Business, Operations Management, and Human Resources Management, as well as a Master of Business Administration.
The Cal Poly Pomona Professionals in Human Resources Association is the SHRM Student Chapter that offers various opportunities for all members to become more educated in Human Resources. Members are able to participate in many Southern California professional activities, including community service outings, socials, fundraisers, seminars, and presentations about Human Resources. Although all Cal Poly Pomona students are welcome to apply, membership costs $35 each year. Meetings for the SHRM Student Chapter are conducted every Tuesday, except the third Tuesday each month, from 12 to 12:50 PM in Room 1004 of Building 163.
Contact
https://sites.google.com/site/calpolypomonapihra/
California State University – Bakersfield
Currently ranked as the 90th best college and 37th top public school in the West, California State University at Bakersfield is a comprehensive public university located on a 375-acre campus in downtown Bakersfield. Within the School of Business and Public Administration, students can pursue an undergraduate bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Environmental Resource Management, Public Administration, and Economics. For graduate students, there are strong Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Public Administration (MPA) degree options.
The CSUB Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) Student Chapter is organized to promote Human Resources knowledge on campus, connect students with similar career interests, and interact with the Kern County professional SHRM chapter to build strong relationships in the field. Each year, members of the chapter participate in the HRGames, which is a one or two-day series of game style competitions based on HR practices between various colleges. During the fall quarter, CSUB SHRM Student Chapter meetings are held each Wednesday from 4 to 5 PM in SCI 103.
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California State University – Chico
First founded in 1887, California State University at Chico is the second oldest California State University and ranked as the 42nd best college in the West by U.S. News and World Report. The university also has one of the highest freshman graduation rates in the state system and a highly distinguished track record for placing graduates within Fortune 500 companies. The College of Business offers a Bachelor of Business Administration with concentrations in Management and Human Resource Management, as well as a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree for graduate students.
The Human Resource and Management Association of CSU Chico endeavors to provide students with an entertaining, enriching, and experiential environment that promotes the development of positive professional competencies in management, human resource management, entrepreneurship, and leadership. Members of the SHRM Student Chapter attend bi-weekly meetings that usually feature guest speakers from local or non-local organizations and associations to network with HR professionals.
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California State University – East Bay
Ranked as the 90th best college in the West by U.S. News and World Report, California State University East Bay is quickly becoming one of the San Francisco Bay area’s premier public universities. The CSU EB College of Business and Economics offers a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics degree program for undergraduates. Graduate students can pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a concentration in Entrepreneurship, Finances, Human Resources and Organizational Behavior, or Operations and Supply Chain Management. Outside the classroom, students can supplement their learning by joining the CSU EB Student Chapter of the Society of Human Resource Management.
Contact
http://www20.csueastbay.edu/cbe/index.html
California State University – Fresno
Nestled at the foot of the Sierra Nevada Mountains in the central region of the state, California State University at Fresno is ranked as the 36th best college and 8th top public school in the West. Within the CSU Fresno Craig School of Business, students can pursue a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting, International Business, Management, Human Resource Management, or Computer Information Systems. The School also offers the AACSB-accredited Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) options.
CSU Fresno students interested in Human Resources are highly encouraged to join the award-winning and high-achieving SHRM Student Chapter organization on campus. The chapter has been nominated as a Top 10 Student Chapter in the nation, received the prestigious SHRM Superior Merit Award for the last 14 years, and been crowned the champions of the HRGames competition. For just $35 in dues each semester, students can join the CSU Fresno Student Chapter to attend meetings, seminars, workshops, and networking opportunities on present issues in Human Resources.
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California State University – Long Beach
With its stunning location overlooking the crystal waters of the Pacific Ocean, California State University at Long Beach is a public university that is currently ranked as the 32nd best college in the West by the U.S. News and World Report. Not only is the CSULB College of Business Administration accredited by the prestigious AACSB, it has also been named as one of the “Best 295 Business Schools” by the 2014 edition of the Princeton Review. Graduate students interested in Human Resources can pursue a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resource Management.
CSU Long Beach hosts the Human Resource Management Association, a student chapter combined from the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and the Professionals in Human Resources Association (PHIRA). Although the emphasis is on providing networking opportunities and internships in Human Resources, all majors are welcome to apply. With a semester membership fee of $30, members can participate in a wide variety of student activities, such as the recent HRMA Bonfire Social. The Student Chapter meetings are held each Tuesday from 5 to 6 PM in the College of Business Room 124.
Contact
http://csulbstudentlife.orgsync.com/org/hrma
California State University – Sacramento
Presently ranked as 66th best college and 22nd top public school in the West, California State University at Sacramento utilizes its location in the heart of California’s capital city to provide students with life-changing career opportunities to become leaders in their field. Although the Sacramento State College of Business Administration offers just one bachelor’s degree program, they offer graduate students a Master of Business Administration (MBA), International MBA, MBA for Executives, and Master of Science in Accountancy. Students are welcome to become members of the SHRM Student Chapter on campus, which is sponsored by the professional Sacramento Area Human Resource Association.
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California State University – Stanislaus
As the perfect blend of a modern atmosphere with the pastoral charm of the Central Valley countryside, California State University at Stanislaus is ranked as the 57th best college and 17th top public school in the West by the U.S. News and World Report 2014 Survey. Within the College of Business Administration, students can achieve a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance, Computer Information Systems, Operations Management, or Marketing. Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Executive MBA programs are also available for graduate students.
Cal State Stanislaus also provides students with an official SHRM Student Chapter that has been consistently chosen to be the official host campus for the National SHRM conference. For the low cost of $35 each year, student membership to the chapter includes a subscription to HR Magazine, discounted prices at the SHRM Store, access to the SHRM Annual Conference Exposition to attend more than 150 educational sessions, and ability to participate in the chapter’s student organization activities. Members of the chapter meet on Tuesdays from 2 to 4 PM in DBH 118.
Contact
http://stanshrm.wordpress.com/
California State University at San Bernardino
At the foothills of the beautiful San Bernardino Mountains in an intellectual hub of activity in the Inland Empire, California State University at San Bernardino is ranked as a tie for the 57th best college and 17th top public school in the West. The CSUSB College of Business and Public Administration has also been named as one of the world’s 18 most innovative business schools by European CEO Magazine. Graduate students in the School can pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Public Administration (MPA), or Master of Science in Accountancy (MSA) degree. First established in 2010, the SHRM Student Chapter at CSUSB helps students become connected to the evolving field of Human Resources through competitions, conferences, workshops, internships, and social events.
Contact
http://www.linkedin.com/in/shrmatcsusb?trk=pub-pbmap
California State University at San Marcos
In the recent 2014 survey by the U.S. News and World Report, California State University at San Marcos has been ranked as the 70th best college and 26th top public school in the West for its exemplary teaching and application of the newest technologies. The CSUSM College of Business Administration is also one of the leading business education leaders in the San Diego metropolitan area. Students can earn a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance, Global Business Management, Global Supply Chain Management, and Management Information Systems. In partnership with the SHRM Student Chapter at CSUSM, students can also pursue a Human Resource Management Certificate program with eight specialized concentration courses.
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http://www.csusm.edu/coba/about/contact/index.html
La Sierra University
Nationally acclaimed for its diverse and vibrant community, La Sierra University is ranked as the 88th best college in the West by the U.S. News and World Report. Within the Tom and Vi Zapara School of Business, students can pursue a bachelor’s degree in Business and Society, Healthcare Management, Human Resource Management, and Management. For graduate students, there is the option to receive a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in Human Resource Management or General Management. The La Sierra University SHRM Student Chapter is actively engaged with its professional sponsor, the Inland Empire SHRM, in order to provide tremendous connections and internship opportunities to all business or HR students.
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http://lasierra.edu/academics/schools/business/aboutbusiness/our-students/
Monterey Institute of International Studies
First founded in 1955, the Monterey Institute of International Studies is committed to preparing innovative professionals who will assume leadership positions in cross-cultural and multilingual environments across the globe. The Graduate School of International Policy and Management offers master’s degrees in International Education Management, Policy Studies, Public Administration (MPA), Business Administration (MBA), and International Management. Outside the classroom, students can participate in the Monterey Institute SHRM Student Chapter on campus to enrich their graduate program with social, career networking, and professional development events with affiliated speakers.
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http://www.miis.edu/bethesolution/business
Point Loma Nazarene University
With a rich heritage and great reputation throughout the San Diego area, Point Loma Nazarene University serves more than 3,500 students in more than 60 undergraduate and graduate areas of study. Not only is the private institution ranked as the 17th best college in the West by U.S. News and World Report, it is also ranked as the 9th best institution in California for best value by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance. In the PLNU Fermanian Business and Economic Institute, undergraduate students can achieve a Bachelor of Business Administration or a Bachelor of Management and graduate students can pursue a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree. Partnered with the professional San Diego SHRM Chapter, students can participate in the Point Loma Nazarene SHRM Chapter.
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http://www.pointloma.edu/experience/academics/schools-departments/fermanian-school-business
San Diego State University
As the only university in the state to have experienced double-digit boosts in the graduation rate for the last ten years, San Diego State University is known for being a leading public research university. In addition to being ranked as the 152nd best college and 81st top public school in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, SDSU also has been named as the 8th best college in the nation for students graduating with the least amount of debt. Ranked as the 86th best business school in the nation, the SDSU College of Business Administration offers a Bachelor in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources. Graduate students can choose from a Master of Business Administration (MBA), Master of Accountancy (MSA), or a Master of Information Systems (MSIS).
As the foremost voice of students interested in a Human Resources career, the SHRM Student Chapter at San Diego State provides students with the opportunity to supplement their classroom education with hands-on practice. Although the Chapter membership requires just a $10 fee, students who wish to become officers will need to join the National SHRM for $35. Members of the Chapter are welcome to attend all events and meetings, which take place each Tuesday at 4 PM in Scripps Pavilion and often include an HR professional guest speaker.
Contact
https://sites.google.com/site/sdsushrmchapter/home
San Francisco State University
Known for enrolling the largest number of international students among all comprehensive universities in the United States, San Francisco State University is ranked as the 54th best college and 16th top public school in the West by U.S. News and World Report. In the SFSU College of Business, undergraduates can pursue a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Decision Sciences, Small Business Management, Information Systems, International Business, or Management. Graduate students can choose from a Master of Business Administration, Master of Economics, or Master of Accountancy. Affiliated with the Bay Area Human Resource Executives Council, students can also join the SFSU SHRM Student Chapter.
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San Jose State University
Conveniently situated on 154 acres in the heart of downtown San Jose at the sunny southern end of the San Francisco Bay, San Jose State University is currently ranked by the 2014 edition of the U.S. News and World Report as the 36th best college and 8th top public school in the West. Within the Donald and Sally Lucas Graduate School of Business, students can pursue a traditional two-year Master of Business Administration (MBA), accelerated one-year MBA, Master of Accountancy, Master of Taxation, or Master in Transportation Management degree.
As an affiliate of the Northern California Human Resources Association (NCHRA), students interested in Human Resources are welcome to join the San Jose SHRM Student Chapter to gain valuable experience as student leaders. Depending on the membership package chosen, students can pay $30 for a promotional package or $60 for a platinum package each academic year. Students are given access to mentorship programs, mock interviews, scholarships, resume writing workshops, and social events, such as the recent Alumni Social.
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Sonoma State University
Ranked as the 42nd best college and 10th top public school in the West, Sonoma State University is located in the center of wine country in the northern California Sonoma Valley. The Sonoma State School of Business offers students a Bachelor in Business Administration, Bachelor in Economics, and a graduate Master of Business Administration. The School also offers the only program in the nation that centers exclusively on the business side of the thriving local wine industry with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Wine Business Strategies. Supported by the SHRM Student Chapter, there is also the option for students to pursue a Human Resource Management Certificate program on Tuesday evenings from 6:45 to 9:40 PM in Stevenson Hall Room 3076.
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University of California – Berkeley
Overlooking the San Francisco Bay, the University of California at Berkeley is ranked as the 20th best college and the top public school in the nation by the U.S. News and World Report. Within the prestigious Haas School of Business, ranked as the 7th best business school in the country, undergraduates can pursue a Bachelor of Business Administration with a concentration in International Business or Global Human Resources Management. Graduate students can pursue a full-time Master of Business Administration (MBA), Evening and Weekend MBA, MBA for Executives, a Master of Financial Engineering, or even a PhD in Business Administration. As a premier business school within a leading research university, students can participate in the UC Berkeley SHRM Student Chapter.
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University of California – Santa Barbara
Sitting atop cliffs overlooking the sparkling Pacific Ocean, the University of California at Santa Barbara is ranked as the 41st best college and 11th top public school in the nation by U.S. News and World Report. Within the UC Santa Barbara Extension program for Business and Management, students can pursue a professional certificate in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Professional Financial Planning, Strategic Business, and Marketing. The UCSB HR Club is designated as a SHRM Student Chapter to provide students with the opportunity to network with HR professionals. Members are welcome to attend monthly on-campus meetings, the Pacific West Regional Student Conference, HRGames competition, and other social events.
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http://extension.ucsb.edu/publicViewHome.do?method=load
Not only is California home to many of the top ranked universities in the West and the nation, the state is packed full of some of the largest and highest achieving SHRM Student Chapters in the United States. Students who are interested in a fascinating career in Human Resources Management are highly encouraged to consider participating in the tremendous networking opportunities that are provided at a small membership cost. Being affiliated with the largest HR association in the world will significantly increase a student’s connections and marketability to future employers in the thriving field.
