Merchandise Manager | Iowa Cubs
During her time at Mount Mercy University, Katelyn Kral ’22 learned about the importance of networking. She put those skills to use to get one step closer to her dream career in the sports industry.
I was ecstatic to be able to come to class and learn from people in the field and the content kept us engaged.
Starlet Smith '17, '19 MBA
Human Resource Management, Business
As a church-goer, IT professional at UnityPoint Health-St. Luke’s, and community leader, Starlet Smith now finds herself going back to school to create the best life possible for her son.
Tracy Timmons '20
Human Resource Management
Tracy Timmons was one of two students awarded a scholarship through the Professional Women's Network.
Kim Bauer '15
Business, Human Resource Management, Marketing
Two sisters found their way to Mount Mercy University—ultimately leading to successful and satisfying careers despite everything standing in their way.
Dana Schultz '18, '19 MBA
Human Resources
Dana Schultz was able to graduate from MMU despite juggling many roles including student, veteran, and mom.
Where can it take me?
Find your path to success in the human resource management field.
Businesses of all sizes have human resource needs that you will be able to fill as a Mount Mercy University graduate. The leadership and communication skills you will gain through the program will lead you to success in any industry for both local and global campanies.
The human resource management program also offers a minor, which is a great companion to other business majors. For some students, continuing on for a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Strategic Leadership (MSL) at Mount Mercy is their next step—both have many areas of emphasis, including human resources.
What are the next steps?
Mount Mercy offers competitive tuition and generous scholarships.
We also encourage all students to apply for federal, state, and other kinds of financial assistance.
Learn more about:
- Federal and state grants and loans
- MMU-offered scholarships
- Tuition reimbursement from employers
- 10% tuition discount for employees of partner organizations
- Veterans benefits such as the Yellow Ribbon program and G.I. Bill®
We make it easy by accepting applications year-round! No deadline, no fee, no pressure.
- Create your application
- Apply under standard admissions criteria or go "test optional"
- Request official transcripts from all institutions previously attended. Mail to:
* Mount Mercy University Admissions
1330 Elmhurst Drive NE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402
* If you are applying for an accelerated program, please mail to "Accelerated Programs"
For more detailed instructions on how to apply, see our Admissions page.
Work + School is Possible (0:46)
Sharing her own experience of working and completing multiple degrees, Dana Schultz '17, '18 MBA gives advice for working professionals looking to complete another degree.
Careers in human resource management
Develop and lead effective personnel strategy.
Mount Mercy human resource management graduates benefit from a well-established relationship with the local business community, who are always in search of qualified graduates.Our graduates have found jobs locally and nationally at companies like Transamerica, Rockwell Collins, GreatAmerica Financial Services, and TrueNorth.
You will find Mount Mercy graduates working in positions like:
- Human Resource Specialist, Generalist or Director
- Affirmative Action Coordinator
- Compensation Director
- Employee Benefits Director
- Employment and Staffing Director
- Industrial Relations Director
- Mediator
- Occupational Analyst
- Recruiter
- Training and Development Director