April Kinchen, DBA Profile and Contact Information
- Assistant Professor of Human Resources
- Program Coordinator, Human Resource Management (MS)
- Program Coordinator, Human Resource Management, People Analytics (MS)
Education
- DBA in Business Administration, with emphasis and specialization in Human Recourse Development, Liberty University
- MS in Organizational Leadership & Behavior with emphasis in Human Resources Management, Colorado State University
- BBA in Business Administration minoring in Human Resource Management, Sam Houston State University
Courses Taught
- Fundamental of Business
- Leadership, Coaching, Mentoring and Development
- Power and Negotiation
- Human Resources Management
- Compensation and Benefits
- Leadership, Coaching, Mentoring and Development
- Organizational Development and Change
- Organizational Behavior
- Training and Development
- HR Management for HR Professional
Teaching Focus
Dr. Kinchen’s primary teaching focus is on the field of human resource management and development. In conjunction with her academic qualifications, she brings 25 years of corporate HR and Management experience to her instructional approach. This integration of theoretical knowledge and practical industry expertise enables Dr. Kinchen to provide students with a well-rounded and in-depth understanding of the subject. She is dedicated to fostering a classroom environment that mirrors real-world business scenarios, thereby enriching the educational experience for her students.
Research Interests and Publications
Dr. Kinchen is an active member of the Society for Human Resource Management, World at Work Organization, Montgomery SHRM, and HR Houston SHRM chapter(s). Her research interests include employee engagement/development, organizational behavior, people analytics, and qualitative methodologies. Dr. Kinchen has published in Academic Crossing and focused her dissertation on Human Resource Strategy During times of Crisis and Disruption emphasizing response during the CV-19 Pandemic of 2020.
Committee Service/Offices Held
- DCOB Curriculum Committee
- Faculty Advisor for the SHRM Chapter of HCU
Additional Information
Dr. Kinchen calls the Woodlands/Conroe area her home and is a proud Sam Houston State University graduate. Dr. Kinchen currently attends the Woodlands Church. In her free time, she enjoys golf, traveling, cooking, and volunteering in her community.