Best Value Human Resource Master’s Programs

Troy University (PU)
Sorrell College of Business
Troy, Alabama
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MS in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $425 (in-state); $850 (out-of-state); $330 (Global Campus in-class); $494 (online in-state); $988 (online out-of-state)

• Online, weekend, and/or weekend courses available
• Fast-track, one-year program design for working professionals
• Sorrell College of Business boasts an outstanding faculty of experienced professionals

Troy University’s MS in HR Management is a 30-credit, 10-course program that’s specially designed for working professionals who need a flexible program that’ll fit in with their busy schedules. This one-year (five-term) program, which is focused on the management of human resources within a global business framework, features online, evening, and weekend courses for the best in convenience and accessibility. Designed for students seeking HR leadership roles in business, government, the military, and non-profit organizations, the MS-HRM will prepare you for opportunities in everything from policy development to compensation management to employee relations and more. You’ll benefit from the outstanding faculty at Sorrell College of Business, bringing their diverse experiences in business and academia to the classroom. You’ll also find that the Center for International Business and Economic Development provides a uniquely global perspective on education and research.

Columbia Southern (PR)
College of Business
Orange Beach, Alabama
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MBA in HR Management

Also Offers:

• HR Management Graduate Certificate

Tuition Per Credit: $330; $250 (active-duty military)

• Fully online course delivery
• Excellent variety of online learning options include term learning, LifePace learning, and Veterans Flexible Enrollment for students using VA benefits
• Consists of 36 credits and three years of study
• Boasts outstanding student support services and a world-class faculty

If you’re looking for a competitive business program that will advance your HR career, Columbia Southern University is for you! Their MBA in HR Management offers one of the nation’s lowest graduate tuition rates, along with outstanding rates for active-duty military members. This program focuses on relevant business concepts, along with the skills and know-how you need to make an impact in any business environment, while the HR course sequence equips students with the competencies corporations expect from business leaders. Consisting of 36 credits and about three years of study, this fully online program is designed with the busy working professional in mind. Plus, Columbia Southern allows you to choose the online learning environment that best fits your lifestyle and needs. Choose from term learning, which provides a structured learning environment, LifePace learning, which features flexible start dates, due dates, and course lengths, and Veterans Flexible Enrollment if you’re using VA benefits and need a flexible course schedule.

Grand Canyon University (PR)
Colangelo School of Business
Phoenix, Arizona
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MBA with an Emphasis in Strategic HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $560

• Program can be completed entirely online, or on-campus meeting just once a week in the evenings
• Small classes ensure an engaging experience and many opportunities for faculty and student collaboration

Issues core to HR include everything from bringing diversity to the workplace, to talent acquisition and employee development. Grand Canyon University’s MBA with an emphasis in Strategic HR Management will prepare you to rise to every challenge that comes your way as an HR leader in today’s complex business environment. This 54-credit program is all about flexibility, allowing you to attend class online or on campus. Choose the online option and you’ll be able to study anytime, anywhere while you enjoy outstanding support from full-time faculty members hailing from diverse academic and business backgrounds. Choose the on-campus program and you’ll enjoy evening courses that meet just once a week to suit your busy work life. The on-campus environment ensures an engaging experience and plenty of opportunities for collaboration with faculty and peers through a cohort program model, while the online program features eight-week courses for the best in convenience and flexibility.

California State Dominquez Hills (PU)
College of Business Administration and Public Policy
Carson, California
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MBA in Human Resources

Tuition Per Credit: $705; $497 (online)

• 30-credit program can be completed in as little as 18 months
• Available on-campus or online
• Convenient on-campus program meets just two nights per week
• Online program is offered in an asynchronous format for the best in convenience and flexibility
• CSU Dominguez Hills boasts the largest distance learning program in the 23-campus CSU system

Whether online or on-campus, the 30-credit MBA in Human Resources at California State University Dominguez Hills is the flexible graduate program you’ll need to gain the multi-disciplinary skills of integration, teamwork, communications, and critical thinking expected of HR leaders in today’s dynamic business environment. Best of all, you can complete this program in 18 months for less than $20,000! Choose the on-campus program and you’ll meet on-campus, two nights a week. Choose the online program and you’ll complete the MBA in an asynchronous format that will let you take in the course content on your own time. Want another reason to consider CSU Dominguez Hills? How about accessibility– they have the largest distance learning program in the 23-campus CSU system, serving more than 4,000 students annually.

Northcentral University (PR)
School of Business & Technology Management
San Diego, California
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MBA in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $495

• Program offered in a fully online format
• Online programs boast a 100% doctorate-prepared faculty and one-on-one mentoring
• Both HR master’s programs feature 30 credits, 10 courses, and about 16 months of study

Northcentral University’s MBA in human resources will help you enhance your leadership, critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills as you develop your mastery and knowledge of all things HRM. You’ll benefit from fully online course delivery and an accelerated pace that allows you to earn this 30-credit graduate degree in about 16 months. NCU’s online learning environment provides the ultimate in freedom and flexibility without compromising on quality with one-on-one mentoring, faculty made up 100% of doctoral-prepared instructors, weekly course start dates, and no scheduled lecture hours or group assignments to keep you tethered to your laptop during the workday.

University of Colorado Denver (PU)
Business School
Denver, Colorado
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MS in Management, Specialization in Managing Human Resources

Also offers:

• MS in Management, Specialization in Managing Human Resources/MBA

Tuition Per Credit: $626 (resident); $1,378 (non-resident); $731 (online out-of-state)

• Options to specialize through electives in management, international business, or entrepreneurship
• Options for fully online, on-campus, or hybrid course delivery
• Outstanding faculty of internationally and nationally recognized scholars

The University of Colorado Denver not only offers one of the lowest graduate tuition rates in the nation, its 30-credit MS in Management with a specialization in Managing Human Resources is the degree that’ll prepare you with the tools and techniques you’ll need to serve as an HR leader capable of recruiting, hiring, developing, and motivating employees. You’ll also learn about the newest technology solutions used in online training and performance management programs. Along with a core comprised of management courses, you’ll also take courses in managing global talent, leadership development, staffing, and compensation administration. This program even allows you to specialize by choosing electives in management, international business, or entrepreneurship. Best of all, you can complete this contemporary and dynamic program from the comfort of your home, thanks to the fully online course delivery format. If you want the campus experience without compromising convenience, you can still take some of your courses online, if desired. Whichever delivery method you choose, you’ll benefit from an esteemed faculty of internationally and nationally recognized scholars. Interested in taking your HR career one step further? Consider the dual MS in Management, Specialization in Managing Human Resources/MBA program.

Colorado Technical University (PR)
School of Business & Management
Colorado Springs, Colorado
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MBA in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $490 on-campus; $585 online

• Ranked among the best online MBA programs in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report
• Program can be taken on-campus or fully online
• Collaborative and personalized online learning environment

Colorado Technical University’s MBA in HR Management is the epitome of distance learning excellence. This program is offered fully online to accommodate students with professional obligations and geographical limitations. Still, its highly interactive and collaborative approach to teaching ensures plenty of interaction with classmates and instructors. You’ll also love that the courses in this 48-credit program integrate Intellipath, CTU’s proprietary learning application that allows you to customize your coursework so that it perfectly aligns with your current level of knowledge and familiarity with business concepts. Are you someone who would rather have the full campus experience? CTU has you covered there, too, thanks to on-campus courses at the university’s Colorado Springs and Aurora locations.

Sacred Heart University (PR)
Jack Welsh College of Business
Fairfield, Connecticut
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MS in HR Management

Also offers:

• Accelerated BS/MS in HR Management
• Graduate Certificate in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $935

• SHU was ranked as the fourth most innovative university in the nation and one of the best universities in the North by U.S. News & World Report
• Money ranked SHU one of the ‘Best Colleges for Your Money’ in 2017-18
• Cohort program format encourages student and faculty interaction and collaboration
• Program offered in a blended format, which combines online study with on-campus courses that meet every other Saturday
• Available on a full- or part-time basis
• Provides collaborative learning opportunities with instructors on real-world projects and access to senior-level HR executive guest lecturers

Sacred Heart University’s MS in HR Management is all about convenience and flexibility for the working professional, which is why its cohort format combines partial online study with on-campus courses that meet every other Saturday. Whether you complete this program on a full- or part-time basis, you’ll develop the advanced quantitative skills and knowledge you’ll need to become a valuable HR leader in today’s dynamic business environment. Just a few of the other reasons why you’ll love this program include the opportunity to collaborate with instructors on real-world HR projects… the opportunity to participate in SHU’s SHRM student chapter… and access to guest lectures by senior-level HR executives with some of the area’s top companies.

Wilmington University (PR)
College of Business
New Castle, Delaware
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MS in Management – HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $477; $300 (active-duty military)

• Flexible program includes the option of a fully online course delivery or on-campus delivery at the university’s Wilson Graduate Center, Brandywine, Georgetown, or Dover AFB campus locations
• Outstanding student-faculty ratio of 17:1

The MS in Management–HR Management Wilmington University recognizes the challenges of contemporary organizational systems and the change and innovation needed for businesses to remain competitive in a global environment. You’ll love the fantastic flexibility this program offers, as it can be completed in a fully online format or on campus at its Wilson Graduate Center, Brandywine, Georgetown, or Dover AFB campus locations. The MS in Management in HR Management consists of 36 credits that will provide you with an in-depth look at core management areas that are applicable to a wide range of situations and organizations. Wilmington is the clear choice for military service members in New England or anywhere else in the country looking for a first rate HR master’s program at a cut rate price.

Trinity Washington University (PR)
School of Business & Graduate Studies
Washington, D.C.
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MS in Administration in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $780

• 36-credit program features a flexible schedule that includes weekend classes, accelerated eight-week classes, and intensive one-week classes
• Outstanding academic support services and career services include career counseling, internship placements, and more

The MS in Administration–HR Management at Trinity Washington University prepares graduates to become HR-savvy leaders of public, private, and nonprofit organizations. This 36-credit, 20-month program will prepare you to perform needs assessments, recruit new talent, and develop training and education initiatives through a flexible schedule that includes evening and weekend classes, accelerated eight-week classes, and intensive one-week classes, all of which are designed to fit your busy professional and personal schedule. You’ll also love the university’s outstanding academic support services and career services, which include general career counseling, resume and cover letter workshops, and internship placements.

Florida International University (PU)
Chapman Graduate School of Business
Miami, Florida
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MS in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $379 (resident); $520 (non-resident)

• Chapman Graduate School was ranked 15^thamong the nation’s top business schools by U.S. News & World Report in 2018
• Offered as an accelerated program (Saturday classes), fully online program, or part-time program
• Both the on-campus and online accelerated programs can be completed in just 12 months
• Emphasis on practical applications of theory through case studies and other experiential exercises

If you’re looking for a program that will prepare you to effectively manage human resources within a global context, Florida International University’s MS in HR Management is for you! Just some of the areas you’ll gain advanced knowledge in include strategic staffing, corporate culture, and organizational change. But that’s not all—this program is designed for the best in convenience and flexibility, with an accelerated option (Saturday-only classes) that’s available at both the Miami and Miramar campuses, and a fully online option, both of which can be completed in just 12 months. If you’re looking for part-time study, FIU has you covered there, too. You’ll also love the emphasis on practical applications of theory, thanks to case studies and experiential exercises, as well as the program’s esteemed faculty, many of whom are well-known scholars who lend their expertise to prestigious HR journals.

Embry-Riddle University (PR)
College of Business
Daytona Beach, Florida
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MS in Management, Specialization in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $665 civilian; $560 military

• Excellent opportunities for practical learning and research
• Flexible program can be completed online or through the university’s video teleconferencing platform
• Multiple online start dates throughout the year

Looking for a program that’ll take you beyond the MBA? Consider Embry-Riddle University’s 30-credit MS in Management, with a Specialization in HR Management. This program provides an even greater emphasis on management and operations than a traditional MBA. The specialization in HR Management allows you to closely align the coursework of this program with your specific career goals. You’ll love the focus on the practice of management, as well as research opportunities for the best in experiential learning. You’ll master the core skills you need to become a valued HR manager in any business. Best of all, you’ll be able to strike a real balance between work, life and school since you can complete this program online or through the university’s video teleconferencing platform.

Columbus State University (PU)
Turner College of Business
Columbus, Georgia
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MS in Organizational Leadership – HR Management Track

Tuition Per Credit: $206 (in-state); $801 (out-of-state)

• Ranked among the ‘Best Online Programs in Grad Business and Grad Education’ by U.S. News & World Report in 2014
• Program can be completed on a full- or part-time basis
• Evening courses offer the best in flexibility for working professionals

Columbus State University’s MS in Organizational Leadership with an HR Management track will prepare you to develop and implement HR planning, recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, and performance management programs in any organization. This 36-credit program, which can be completed in as few as four semesters, includes evening courses for the best in flexibility for working professionals. You can also complete the program on a part-time basis if you want to give yourself plenty of time to take in all the new concepts you’ll be learning. Complete your graduate degree in human resources here and you’ll be part of a university that boasts a student-faculty ratio of just 18:1 and a 60-plus-year track record for turning out successful students.

Brenau University (PR)
Smith Graduate School
Gainesville, Georgia
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MBA in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $685

• Consistently ranked as one of the best values in higher education by U.S. News & World Report and the Princeton Review
• Offers small class sizes aimed at the adult learner
• Program offered fully online or through the Augusta, North Atlanta, South Atlanta, and Gainesville campuses, as well as the Jacksonville, Florida, campus

Consistently ranked as one of the best values in higher education by U.S. News & World Reportand the Princeton Review, Brenau University is where educational excellence meets exceptional value. The MBA in HR Management, which is offered fully online (or through the university’s Augusta, North Atlanta, South Atlanta, and Gainesville campuses, as well as their Jacksonville, Florida, campus), is a 15-course, 45-credit program that leads to a powerful combination of credentials: an MBA degree, as well as a certificate in HR Management. Just a few of the other reasons you’ll love Brenau include small class sizes that encourage student and faculty interaction, and the program’s distinct focus on the adult learner.

University of Hawaii at Manoa (PU)
Shidler College of Business
Honolulu, Hawaii
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Master of HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $1,147

• Shidler College of Business consistently ranks among the nation’s top schools for international business by U.S. News & World Report
• Program offered in an accelerated, executive format for working professionals (Wednesday evening and Saturday courses)

The Master of HR Management at University of Hawaii at Manoa is a 16-month, 30-credit program that’s offered in an accelerated executive format for working professionals like you. Whether you’re new to the field or looking to advance to a higher position in your company’s HR team, the Master of HR Management will allow you to effectively meet every challenge the modern business environment can throw your way. Just some of the areas of study in this program include organizational behavior and dynamics, staffing, training, career development, and labor relations. The program begins with an intensive, weekend residential session followed by courses on Wednesday evenings and Saturdays. Complete this grad program and you’ll be part of the Shidler College of Business, ranked consistently among the nation’s top schools in international business by U.S. News & World Report.

McKendree University (PR)
School of Business
Lebanon, Illinois
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MBA with an HR Management concentration

Tuition Per Credit: $495 (on-campus); $565 (online)

• Offered as an online, on-campus (Kentucky campuses) or blended (Lebanon campus) program that can be completed in as little as 18months
• Individualized attention from professors with real-world experience
• 99% of all graduate students are employed within six months of graduation

Whether you’re a current business executive or a recent graduate, the MBA with an HR Management concentration will help you achieve your professional goals thanks to a combination of factors that ensure the best possible learning experience: esteemed and experienced faculty, small class sizes, and the option to complete the program in as little as 18 months if you enroll in up to four courses per semester. You’ll love the flexible options specifically designed to accommodate working adults. Complete the program through a blend of online and on-site courses at the Lebanon campus, on-campus at one of the university’s Kentucky campuses, or online for the best in flexibility and convenience. Other reasons you’ll love this program include individualized attention from professors with real-world experience and a focus on integrated learning experiences. Want another reason to complete your HR graduate program at McKendree? How about an unmatched track record of student success: 99% of all graduate students are employed within six months of graduation!

Purdue University (PU)
Krannert School of Management
West Lafayette, Indiana
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MS in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $347 (resident); $948 (non-resident)

• The Krannert School is one of the only schools of business in the nation to teach business in a STEM context
• Also offers an MBA in Human Resources (not aligned with SHRM curriculum guidelines)
• Both graduate programs provide many opportunities for experiential learning, including case competitions, consulting opportunities, global business projects, and more

Purdue University’s Krannert School is where students with various technical and analytical backgrounds learn about key business skills and leadership education in a STEM context. Graduates of the Krannert School’s business programs are immediately prepared to contribute HRM know-how in a global context to any organization. This 48-credit program combines coursework in HRM and organizational behavior studies with lots of opportunities for experiential learning, including case competitions and consulting opportunities for the Experiential Learning Initiative. The MBA in Human Resources, offered on-campus, provides students with a broad understanding of human resources and its relationship to individual and organizational performance. This program features 60 credits, a summer internship, a variety of experiential learning opportunities through global business projects, and participation in LGL – a professional leadership development program with the Krannert Professional Development Center.

Indiana Wesleyan (PR)
DeVoe School of Business
Marion, Indiana
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MS in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $567

• Program can be completed fully online or on-campus (evenings, one night per week)
• Small, cohort-based model and intimate class sizes ensure student comradery and support along with outstanding opportunities for collaboration
• Program can be completed in just 18 months

Indiana Wesleyan University’s MS in HR Management is designed to guide students down the path to becoming HR leaders capable of formulating relevant strategies and solutions to the challenges businesses of every size face. This dynamic and contemporary course of graduate study is designed as a cohort-based model, which ensures mutual support and comradery between classmates. You’ll also love the flexible curriculum design, which allows you to complete your course of study either entirely online or on-campus. This 36-credit program can be completed in just 18 months. Complete your graduate degree in human resources here and you’ll be part of an innovative educational model that’s been producing successful graduates since 1985.

Briar Cliff University (PR)
Business Programs
Sioux City, Iowa
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MA in Management: HR Management track

Tuition Per Credit: $370

• Fully online program that can be completed in just 21 months
• Outstanding faculty made up of experienced business professionals
• Cutting-edge online learning platform ensures excellent student and faculty communication and collaboration

Want convenience? Briar Cliff University has you covered! Their MA in Management with an HR Management track is a 33-credit program that’s delivered entirely online and can be completed in just 21 months. There are plenty of other reasons you’ll love this program, too, including an esteemed faculty of experienced and highly dedicated professionals… a contemporary curriculum that prepares you to tackle 21^stcentury challenges… a cutting-edge online learning platform that ensures outstanding communication and collaboration with students and instructors… and the option of choosing a thesis or non-thesis course of study.

Fort Hays State University (PU)
Robbins College of Business & Entrepreneurship
Hays, Kansas
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Master of Professional Studies in HR Management

Also Offers:

• MBA in HR Management
• Master of Liberal Studies in HR Management
• Graduate Certificate in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $231 (on-campus resident); $328 (on-campus resident contiguous state-CO, MO, NE, OK); $590 (on-campus non-resident); $280 (graduate online)

• Available on-campus or fully online
• Outstanding distance learning platform includes live streaming videos and discussion boards that optimize collaboration with classmates and professors
• One of the lowest in-state tuition rates in the nation

Fort Hays State University doesn’t just offer excellent graduate options for advanced study in human resources—it also offers one of the lowest in-state tuition rates in the nation! Fort Hays has also earned a solid reputation for having one of the nation’s top professional graduate degree programs. We’re not the only ones that notice, either. The program is widely recognized for its academic excellence, world-class faculty, and affordability. Choose the 30-hour Master of Professional Studies in HR Management and you’ll be able to attend classes either on-campus, or from anywhere in the world, thanks to the program’s live streaming videos, discussion boards, and other online technologies.

University of Louisville (PU)
College of Education & Human Development
Louisville, Kentucky
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MS in Human Resources and Organizational Development

Tuition Per Credit: $500

• Program can be completed entirely online
• Choose from a portfolio/fieldwork or thesis option to round out the program
• Concentrations can be completed either online, on-campus, or a hybrid of campus and online courses
• Online courses feature live, synchronous class sessions that ensure outstanding student and faculty collaboration and communication

The University of Louisville’s MS in Human Resources and Organizational Development is a dynamic and innovative master’s degree program that emphasizes performance, development, and learning through discovery and critical inquiry. You’ll love this online program’s flexible curriculum, which allows you to personalize your program with a focus in Health Professions Education, Human Resource Leadership, or Workplace Learning and Performance. Plus, you’ll also be able to participate in case study simulations, discuss material with your classmates on discussion boards, and participate in live sessions. You’ll also be able to choose from a portfolio/fieldwork option (33 hours) or a thesis option (36 hours). Choose the Health Professions Education focus and you’ll be able to complete it through a hybrid format, which combines online courses along with classes at the university’s downtown Louisville or Clifton Center campus. Choose the HR Leadership program and you’ll be able to complete it at the Ft. Knox, Clifton Center, or Panama City, Panama campuses, or entirely online. Or choose the Workplace Learning and Performance focus and you’ll be able to complete it at the Clifton Center campus or entirely online. The online courses feature live, synchronous class sessions that are accessed through the school’s online course management system, Blackboard.

McKendree University (PR)
School of Business
Radcliff, Kentucky
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MBA in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $495 (on-campus); $565 (online)

• Program is offered entirely online, through a blended format at the Lebanon, Illinois, campus, or as an accelerated, evening program at the Kentucky campuses
• Program boasts outstanding faculty who provide students with individualized attention and support
• 99% of all graduate students are employed or pursuing graduate school within 6 months of graduation

McKendree University’s MBA in HR Management produces graduates who go on to enjoy successful careers. In fact, 99% of all graduate students here are employed or entering graduate school within six months of graduation! You’ll love this contemporary graduate course of study, which features a flexible, online format that allows you to maintain your professional obligations while earning your HR graduate degree. You’ll also love this program’s outstanding faculty, who bring their real-world experience to the classroom and provide you with individualized attention and support. Complete this degree at the Lebanon, Illinois campus and you’ll enjoy a blended format, which combines both online and on-campus courses. Complete it at the Radcliff or Shepherdsville campuses and you’ll be part of an on-campus course of study that features accelerated evening classes. You can also complete this program entirely online for the best in convenience and flexibility. The choice is yours!

Thomas College (PR)
Graduate Programs
Waterville, Maine
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MBA in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $533

• Choose from the MBA completion program (combined with a bachelor’s degree), part-time program, or accelerated program
• Part-time MBA features a blend of evening courses and online/hybrid courses
• Accelerated MBA can be completed in just 10 months

Thomas College is all about flexibility and convenience, which is why they offer their MBA in HR Management in no less than three formats. The MBA completion degree combines a bachelor’s degree with the MBA in HR Management… the part-time MBA is designed for students looking to balance work and family responsibilities with their graduate studies and features evening courses that meet just one night per week supplemented with online courses… and the Accelerated MBA, an intensive program that’s completed in just 10 months. This full-time program also features technology skills workshops, monthly networking events, exclusive lectures by local business leaders, and monthly career service workshops and events. Complete your MBA in HR Management through Thomas and you’ll be part of a long legacy of student success that dates back more than 100 years.

University of Maryland University College (PU)
The Graduate School
Adelphi, Maryland
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MS in Management, Specialization in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $458 (in-state); $659 (out-of-state)

• Program offered entirely online for the best in convenience and flexibility
• Program features a broad management education with specific knowledge in HR management
• Outstanding faculty of experienced professionals

A fully online, career-focused master’s degree is at the heart of the UMUC’s MS in Management with a specialization in HR Management. This grad program combines a broad management education with specific knowledge of the key practices and strategies of HR management. You can be sure your HR graduate education here is relevant, as the curriculum is designed with input from top employers. Students here gain practical management-level experience in the theory, research, knowledge, and procedures used by today’s HR leaders. You’ll also love the outstanding faculty here, who bring their academic credentials and years of experience in the field to the classroom.

McDaniel College (PR)
Graduate Programs
Westminster, Maryland
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MS in HR Development

Tuition Per Credit: $500

• Program features online, on-campus and hybrid courses within a small, cohort learning environment
• Program can be completed in about 2 ½ – 3 years while working full-time
• Ideal for both recent graduates and seasoned professionals

McDaniel College’s MS in HR Development is more than a great value— it’s where you’ll study current theory and practices while preparing for the realities of a rapidly changing workplace. Whether you’re interested in HR development in industry, nonprofit, or government, and whether you’re a recent graduate or seasoned professional, this program is designed for you! You’ll love the small, cohort model of this program, which consists of just 10-15 students who collaborate, network and share in a cooperative learning environment. Each course in this program is eight weeks long, and each semester features just two courses for the best in focused learning. Choose McDaniel’s MS in HR Development and you’ll be able to complete courses in-person, online, or in a hybrid format. Most classes are held on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings, so you can be sure that your decision to go back to school will never be something that interferes with your professional responsibilities.

Framingham State University (PU)
College of Social & Behavioral Sciences
Framingham, Massachusetts
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Master of Human Resources

Also offers:

• Graduate Certificate in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $406

• Small class sizes and a low student-to-faculty ratio of just 14:1
• Exceptional value when compared to other options in New England
• Ensures graduates are eligible for the SHRM-CP exam

Framingham State University’s 11-course, 44-credit Master of Human Resources program is designed to provide students from any undergraduate background with the conceptual, analytical, strategic, and operational knowledge needed to assume leadership roles in human resources. Why should you choose Framingham for your graduate degree in HR? Alongside its exceptional educational quality, this university is consistently recognized as offering the best value in New England. It also boasts a low student-to-faculty ratio of just 14:1, with nearly three-quarters of all classes consisting of less than 30 students. With the SHRM-aligned curriculum, graduates who meet the experience requirements can be sure they’ll not only be eligible for the SHRM-CP exam, but ready to ace it.

Eastern Michigan University (PU)
College of Business
Ypsilanti, Michigan
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MS in Human Resources and Organizational Development

Also Offers:

• MBA in HR Management
• Graduate Certificate in HR Management
• Graduate Certificate in Organizational Development
• JD/MS in HR and Organizational Development

Tuition Per Credit: $712 (resident); $1,268 (non-resident)

• Named ‘Best in the Midwest’ by the Princeton Reviewfor 15, consecutive years
• MS-HRM and MBA-HRM both feature online, on-campus, and hybrid courses

Eastern Michigan University knows about a solid and comprehensive graduate education, which is why they offer not just one, but two graduate programs that align with SHRM standards, an MS and MBA in HRM. Plus, both programs are offered in an on-campus, online or hybrid format for the best in flexibility and convenience. Interested in an HR graduate program that features a business model that focuses on strategic thinking, global decision-making, and ethical decision-making? Consider the 36-credit MBA in HR Management, which can be completed in about two and a half years. This program also boasts an esteemed faculty of published scholars with years of real-world experience. Interested in an HR program with a focus on greater organizational effectiveness? Consider the 42-credit MS in Human Resources and Organizational Development, which prepares you to identify, plan, implement, and manage change in a business environment

University of Minnesota (PU)
Carlson School of Management
Minneapolis, Minnesota
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MA in Human Resources and Industrial Relations

Also Offers:

• MA in Human Resources and Industrial Relations/MBA program

Tuition Per Credit: $1,015 (MN, ND, SD, WI and Manitoba resident); $1,411 (non-resident)

• Program can be completed on a full-time basis, or part-time with evening classes
• Widely considered to be one of the top programs of its kind in the nation
• Program boasts a strong alumni network
• Outstanding faculty of dedicated and experienced industry professionals
• 90% employment rate among graduates six months after graduation

The University of Minnesota’s MA in Human Resources and Industrial Relations is a unique and forward-thinking course of study that’s widely considered to be among the top programs of its kind in the nation. This program, taught by a world-class faculty and completed on a full- or -part-time (evening) basis, will provide you with a deep understanding of contemporary HR practices, along with their underlying theories. There’s many more reasons to consider this program, including a 90% job offer rate within six months of graduation… a long history of graduate employment by Fortune 500 companies… and an outstanding alumni network who work to enhance the opportunities available to program graduates.

Concordia University – St. Paul (PR)
Business, Finance and Marketing Programs
St. Paul, Minnesota
Website

MA in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $475; $350 (U.S. service members)

• Program can be completed on-campus, online, or through a combination of the two
• University boasts an impressive 95% job offer rate within one year of graduation
• University offers a Christ-centered education with more than 100 years of student success

The 36-credit MA in HR management at Concordia University St. Paul features seven-week courses and a program of study that can be completed on-campus (evenings) or online as a way to accommodate the needs of today’s busy professionals. Through this program you’ll receive a focused course of study that will develop you into an organizational leader with strong leadership, business strategy, and critical thinking skills. In addition to its outstanding value, Concordia boasts an impressive 95% job offer rate among graduates within one year of graduation. Enroll at Concordia and you’ll be a part of a legacy 100 years of student success in a Christ-centered learning environment.

Belhaven University (PR)
Graduate Business
Jackson/Madison, Mississippi
Website

MS in Leadership with HR concentration

Also Offers:

• MBA in Human Resources

Tuition Per Credit: $565 (on-campus); $452 (military, veterans, and spouses on-campus), $540 (online); $350 (active-duty and reserve military online); $432 (all other veterans and spouses online)

• Low, student-to-faculty ratio of just 12:1 ensures strong collaboration and communication between students and instructors
• MBA in Human Resources can be completed entirely online or in-person at the Madison or Jackson campus
• MS in Leadership with HR Concentration can be completed entirely online or through online and in-person classes at the Madison or Jackson campus

Belhaven University is a Christian university with a long-standing reputation for academic rigor and student success. It has also consistently been recognized for its outstanding value and its low, student-to-faculty ratio of just 12:1. The MBA in Human Resources provides students with an opportunity to study advanced HR principles in a business context and can be completed entirely online or at the university’s Jackson and Madison campuses. Choose the fully online MBA and you’ll complete courses in manageable and convenient eight-week terms that are highlighted by team activities to enhance the learning process. Choose the on-campus option and you’ll participate in a concentrated and continuous approach in which you’ll attend classes just one night per week. Like the online MBA, you’ll also complete team activities to enhance the learning process. The MS in Leadership with an HR concentration is offered entirely online or through a hybrid format. If you choose the hybrid format, you’ll complete the program’s core courses at the Jackson or Madison campus and then complete all HR concentration courses online.

Avila University (PR)
Professional Studies
Kansas City, Missouri
Website

MS in Organizational Development Psychology – Concentration in Strategic Human Resources

Tuition Per Credit: $559

• Contemporary curriculum prepares students to become HR leaders by advancing their skills and knowledge in organizational psychology
• Flexible curriculum features eight-week and/or weekend-intensive courses and six start dates per year
• University features Avila Advantage, a program that allows adult learners to learn at their own pace and schedule courses according to their personal and professional needs

Avila University’s MS in Organizational Development Psychology with a concentration in Strategic Human Resources is a truly dynamic and contemporary course of study that will advance your skills and knowledge in organizational psychology while preparing you to become an expert at organizing and managing teams. This program will also teach you how to motivate people and manage organizational change, develop critical leadership and teambuilding capabilities, and improve your conflict resolutions skills, and more. You’ll love the flexible curriculum of the 37-credit MS in Organizational Development, which features eight-week and/or weekend-intensive courses. Thanks to six start dates per year, you can start, pause, and resume the program according to your own personal schedule. Avila University features Avila Advantage, an innovative program that features flexible scheduling and real-world instruction for today’s adult learner.

Bellevue University (PR)
Business, Management & Leadership
Bellevue, Nebraska
Website

MS in HR Strategic Management

Also Offers:

• MBA in HR Management
• MBA in Human Capital Management

Tuition Per Credit: $575

• Program can be completed on-campus or online
• Program delivered in a small, cohort format that ensures outstanding collaboration and communication between students and instructors
• University boasts an outstanding alumni network of more than 50,000 and campuses located in four states and on several Air Force Bases in Washington, Idaho and Nebraska

Bellevue University prepares students to become strategic leaders in human resources through their 36-credit MS in HR Strategic Management, an online or on-campus program that focuses on creative problem-solving, data driven decision-making, and strategic management. This program is delivered in a cohort format, allowing you to take on course at a time, either online or in-class, alongside a group of your peers and led by a distinguished and esteemed faculty of industry professionals. There’s plenty of reasons we love Bellevue, including its outstanding alumni network of more than 50,000 and its excellent network of campuses in Nebraska, Iowa, and its Air Force Base locations in Spokane, Washington, Idaho, and Nebraska that serve more than 9,000 students annually.

Southern New Hampshire University (PR)
Manchester, New Hampshire
Manchester, New Hampshire
Website

MS in HR Management

Also Offers:

• MBA in Human Resources
• Graduate Certificate in Human Resources

Tuition Per Credit: $627; $470 (U.S. service members)

• Program offered entirely online for the best in convenience and flexibility
• Program can be completed in as little as 15 months by taking just two courses per ten-week semester
• University named the ‘Most Innovative University in the North’ and one of nation’s ‘Best Regional Universities’ by U.S. News & World Report in 2017.

Southern New Hampshire University’s 36-credit MS in HR management is designed to prepare students by arming them with the creative problem-solving and strategic management skills needed to serve as an HR leader in today’s business environment. This fully online course of study boasts an outstanding tuition rate… the ability to study wherever and whenever it’s most convenient… instructors with real-world experience… an efficient curriculum that can be completed in as little as 15 months, with two courses per ten-week term… an exceptional alumni network… and outstanding student support services through dedicated academic and career advisors.

Thomas Edison State University (PU)
School of Business & Management
Trenton, New Jersey
Website

MS in HR Management

Also Offers:

• MBA in HR Management
• Graduate Certificate in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $668; $250 (active-duty military); $39 (TECEP)

• Fully online program can be completed on your time, at your pace
• Options to personalize and specialize through graduate electives, the completion of a portfolio, or through independent study with a graduate mentor

Thomas Edison State University knows what it takes to appeal to the adult learner, which is why they offer their MS in HR Management entirely online. This 36-credit program can be personalized through your choice of electives, through the completion of a portfolio, or through independent study with a graduate mentor. The flexible, online courses that make up this program can be completed at your pace, and the four start dates throughout the year allow you to start whenever it’s most convenient for you. Take one course or several courses at a time, and work on your own or with other graduate students. The choice is yours!

SUNY Albany (PU)
School of Business
Albany, New York
Website

MBA in HR Information Systems

Tuition Per Credit: $600 (NY resident); $1,016 (non-resident)

• Full-time program features cutting-edge technology applications, experiential learning, and industry practicums
• Kiplinger’s Personal Finance named it one of the ‘Best Values in Public Colleges’ in 2013
• U.S. News & World Reportranked it third among public colleges and universities in New York
• Forbes ranked it on its top 100 list of ‘America’s Best Colleges’

University at Albany, part of the massive SUNY college and university system, offers an MBA in HR Information Systems that hit all the quality marks you would expect from SUNY, and manages to do it at an affordable rate. It’s no wonder that Kiplinger’s Personal Financenamed it one of the ‘Best Values in Public Colleges’ in 2013, U.S. News & World Reportranked it third among public colleges and universities in New York, and Forbesranked it on its top 100 list of ‘America’s Best Colleges.’ This full-time MBA is ideal for both recent bachelor’s program grads and seasoned professionals alike, offering a concentration in HR Information Systems with a decided focus on teaching students how to marshal cutting-edge technology in the management of human capitol. At Suny-Albany you’ll see where the rubber meets the road, thanks to the program’s focus on experiential learning, including practicums with area businesses.

SUNY Empire State (PU)
School for Graduate Studies
Saratoga Springs, New York
Website

MBA in Business Management – Specialization in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $613 (NY resident, active-duty, military and veterans); $1,016 (out-of-state)

• Fully online program includes an MBA with a specialization in either Management or Business, along with a Graduate Certificate in HR Management
• Program can be completed on a full-time (20 months) or part-time (27 months) basis

We felt SUNY deserved another nod for offering a different MBA program with a course sequence in HRM at an equally affordable rate through the Empire State College in Saratoga Springs. The MBA in Business Management with a specialization in HR Management at Empire State College is a truly affordable, truly convenient graduate program that features 36 credits delivered 100% online, making it as perfect for early- to mid-career professionals as it is for traditional grad students. In addition to the MBA’s broad foundation in business principles, you’ll have the opportunity to specialize in one of two areas (Management or International Business), and then incorporate the Graduate Certificate in HR management to earn a second credential. Complete this program on a full-time basis and you can graduate in as little as 20 months; complete it part-time and you’ll graduate in 27 months. The Graduate Certificate in HR Management features three online courses and the option of starting the program in the fall, spring, or summer term.

Excelsior College (PR)
School of Business
Albany, New York
Website

MS in Management with a concentration in HR Management

Also Offers:

• MBA in Strategic HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $645; $295 (active-duty military); $510 (military veteran)

• Both graduate programs are offered entirely online for the best in convenience and flexibility
• Outstanding student support services and personalized academic advising

Excelsior College has two graduate offerings for the aspiring HR leader: The 30-credit online MS in Management with a concentration in HR Management is designed to prepare you to become an ace at talent acquisition and development, along with the expertise you need to design and administer benefits programs and employee compensation packages. Some of the features of this program include: flexible, eight-week online courses to suit busy working professionals… personalized academic support from dedicated advisors… a committed faculty, many of whom teach at other top graduate business schools in the country. The MBA in HR Management features 36-45 credits (depending on your prior education), online classes that you can complete on your own time, a rigorous course of study that features contemporary HR management classes, and personalized academic advising and support.

Western Carolina University (PU)
College of Education & Allied Professions
Cullowhee, North Carolina
Website

MS in Human Resources

Tuition Per Credit: $246 (in-state and active-duty military); $844 (out-of-state)

• Fully online, 36-credit program features just two courses per semester (fall, spring, and summer) to suit the busy schedules of working professionals
• Outstanding career counseling services through the school’s Career Services Center

Western Carolina University is where academic excellence in human resources meets outstanding value in graduate education. Western Carolina’s MS in Human Resources is a fully online, 36-credit program that’s designed to meet the needs of everyone from recent graduates to career changers to HR professionals looking to advance in their current position. You’ll love the flexible, online curriculum here, which allows you to take just two courses per semester (fall, spring, and summer) and still graduate in as little as two years. You’ll also love the school’s Career Services Center, which helps students secure employment upon graduation through career counseling services and events that include career fairs and symposiums.

Cleveland State University (PU)
Monte Ahuja College of Business
Cleveland, Ohio
Website

Master of Labor Relations and Human Resources

Tuition Per Credit: $545 (in-state); $932 (out-of-state)

• Program can be completed on a full- or part-time basis, with most classes offered in the evening to meet the scheduling needs of busy working professionals
• Option to personalize your program through a variety of electives
• Outstanding faculty with industry expertise

A truly innovative course of graduate study is yours through Cleveland State University’s Master of Labor Relations and Human Resources. This 33-credit program, which focuses on organizational development, staffing and performance management, collective bargaining, and strategic human resource management, can be completed on a full- or part-time basis, with most classes offered during the evening hours to accommodate working students. You’ll have the opportunity to personalize your program through the selection of three electives in areas like international management, entrepreneurship, and labor law while you study under the guidance of committed instructors who through years of industry experience have developed expertise in decision making, strategic management, HR management, interpersonal relations, and more.

Franklin University (PR)
School of Business
Columbus, Ohio
Website

MS in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $659

• Fully online program can be completed in as little as 16 months
• Outstanding faculty comprised of real-world HR professionals

Franklin University’s MS in HR Management prepares students to become HR leaders and strategic partners in the organizations they go on to work for. This contemporary course of study is offered entirely online and taught by real-world HR practitioners who bring years of insight and expertise to the classroom. Choose Franklin University’s 40-credit MS In HR Management and you’ll graduate in as little as 16 months with an in-depth understanding of the major aspects of human resources, including compensation and incentive programs, labor law, organizational leadership and development, and a whole lot more.

West Chester University (PU)
College of Business & Public Management
West Chester, Pennsylvania
Website

MS in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $500 (in-state online); $510 (out-of-state online)

• Fully online program can be completed at your own pace, on a part-time or full-time schedule

West Chester University’s MS in HR Management is a 30-credit, fully online graduate program that’s designed to prepare students to advance to high-level positions in HR teams and become leaders in any type of industry or organization. The convenient, seven-week program offers one of the best educational values in Pennsylvania. The option to complete the program on a full- or part-time basis makes West Chester’s MS in HRM a sure bet for everyone looking for a first rate program that fits their scheduling needs – from traditional grad students to seasoned business professionals looking to join an HR team or simply advance within the HR sphere.

University of Scranton (PR)
Panuska College of Professional Studies
Scranton, Pennsylvania
Website

MS in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $875 (online)

• Fully online program can be completed in just 26 months
• U.S. News and World Report named University of Scranton one of the ‘Top 20 Best Value Schools’ and Forbes named it on its list of ‘America’s Best Value Colleges’
• Outstanding online support services include a dedicated mentor, 24/7 technical support, committed and engaged instructors, and an assigned program manager to assist with the admissions process

University of Scranton’s fully online MS in HR Management prepares you to bring positive change to any organization through the optimization of human resources. This rigorous program has been recognized for both its academic excellence and value. For example, Forbes named it as one of ‘America’s Best Value Colleges’ and U.S. News and World Report identified it as one of the ‘Top 20 Best Value Schools for 2018.’ This course of study can be completed entirely online in just 26 months. Plus, as an online student here, you’ll benefit from the university’s 24/7 technical support… dedicated professors who are there to provide you with academic support and guidance… an assigned program manager, who will assist you with the admissions process….and a mentor who will be with you throughout the duration of the program. From admission to graduation, student support services don’t get any better than this.

University of Rhode Island (PU)
Schmidt Labor Research Center
Kingston, Rhode Island
Website

MS in Labor Relations and HR Management

Also Offers:

• MS in Labor Relations and HR Management
• MS in Labor Relations and HR Management/JD dual degree
• Grad Certificate in Labor Relations and Human Resources

Tuition Per Credit: $706 (in-state); $1,401 (out-of-state)

• Multidisciplinary degree prepares you for leadership positions in labor relations and human resources
• Convenient scheduling includes classes that meet just one night per week
• Program boasts a dedicated faculty, small classes, and plenty of personalized attention

The University of Rhode Island’s multidisciplinary grad degree will prepare you for leadership roles in both labor relations and human resources. With your degree from URI, you’ll be ready to lead in a variety of settings, including businesses, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and labor unions. There’s many more reasons why you’ll love the 36-credit MS In Labor Relations and HR Management: a dedicated faculty of experienced practitioners… small classes and personalized attention… a curriculum that effortlessly blends theory with practice… and convenient class times for working professionals. In fact, classes meet just one night per week at the Providence or Kingston campus, with a few courses offered on Saturdays or online. Choose the University of Rhode Island for your HR grad degree and you’ll be part of a dynamic alumni network of more than 18,000 professionals throughout the U.S., and the world.

University of South Carolina (PU)
Darla Moore School of Business
Columbia, South Carolina
Website

Master of Human Resources

Also Offers:

• Master of Human Resources/JD degree dual degree

Tuition Per Credit: $528 (resident); $1,031 (non-resident)

• On-campus program features 16 months of study, including a professional internship
• Darla Moore School of Business is among the top business schools in the nation for its innovative, experiential learning and its focus on international business
• Option to study globally through an international immersion trip

Sixteen months of training and preparation in the traditional and essential functions of recruiting, selecting, designing, and assessing compensation plans, along with government regulation compliance, benefits package coordination, and labor issues are at the heart of the University of South Carolina’s Master of Human Resources. Since 1983, the Darla Moore School of Business has been producing leaders in human resources and is among the highest-ranked business schools for its innovative, experiential learning and its focus on international business. Through the MHR program here, you’ll receive a business-focused education, guidance and direction from a world-class faculty, and immersive learning through a professional internship. If you want to take your graduate school experience to the next level, consider an international immersion trip to locales like Singapore and Malaysia, where you can study HR from a global perspective.

North Greenville University (PR)
Graduate School of Business
Greer, South Carolina
Website

MBA in Human Resources

Tuition Per Credit: $450

• Outstanding faculty of experienced business professionals serve as both educators and mentors
• Program can be completed on-campus, online, or a combination of the two for the best in flexibility and convenience
• Easily manageable curriculum includes two courses per term for six, consecutive, eight-week terms

North Greenville University’s MBA in Human Resources will not only provide you with a solid foundation in the major business disciplines—strategy, analysis, operations, and leadership—but it will also allow you to focus your newly acquired skills on HR strategy and leadership. This 48-credit grad degree can be completed in just 18 months in a delivery format of your choice: online, on-campus or blended. Whether delivered on-campus, online, or a hybrid of the two, the MBA in Human Resources will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to serve as a leader in today’s dynamic business environment. Complete the MBA’s 12 courses by taking two courses per term for six, consecutive, eight-week terms. Then, add four courses that focus on different aspects of human resources to round out this comprehensive course of education.

University of Tennessee Knoxville (PU)
Haslam College of Business
Knoxville, Tennessee
Website

MS in Management and Human Resources

Also Offers:

• PhD in Strategy, Entrepreneurship, and Organizations

Tuition Per Credit: $626 (in-state); $1,637 (out-of-state)

• Program features evening courses that can be completed on a part- or full-time basis
• Program features a collaborative, experiential learning environment

The University of Tennessee Knoxville’s MS in Management and Human Resources features a strong HR core, along with an emphasis on analytical evaluation/decision making and leadership development. As a graduate of this program, you’ll be able to serve as an HR leader who can provide legal, ethical, and practical HR solutions. There’s plenty of reasons you’ll love this program, including its flexible curriculum, which includes evening courses that can be taken at your own pace… a collaborative, experiential learning environment… and course content in leadership and management, business, and strategic human resources. You’ll complete the 33 credit hours of this program on a part-time or full-time basis—whichever best aligns with your personal and professional obligations.

Bryan College (PR)
Adult Education Programs
Adult Education Programs
Website

MBA in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $575

• Completely online format features nine-week accelerated courses that can be completed in 18 months
• Military members, veterans, and immediate family members can receive a $1,000 scholarship

Bryan College’s MBA in HR Management will provide you with the advanced education and training you need to strategically manage an organization’s personnel and related programs. And this first-rate, comprehensive education is available with all the convenience and flexibility you could ever hope for in a master’s program, thanks to a fully online course delivery format. This means that going back to school while working full-time is not just doable, but a lot more manageable than you might have thought. The MBA in HR Management features nine-week, accelerated, online courses that allow you to earn your HR grad degree conveniently, regardless of your geographical limitations or professional obligations.

Tarleton State University (PU)
College of Business Administration
Stephenville, Texas
Website

MS in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $246 (resident); $661 (non-resident)

• Program can be completed entirely online or through a blended format, with on-campus courses taken in the day, evening or weekend at the Fort Worth, Waco, Midlothian or Stephenville campuses
• Small class sizes and a student-to-faculty ratio of just 18:1 ensure an intimate, collaborative learning environment

Tarleton State University, part of the Texas A&M University System, offers a host of options for working adults who want to earn a graduate degree in human resources while still maintaining their professional obligations. Need the ultimate in convenience and flexibility? Complete Tarleton’s 30-credit MS in HR Management entirely online. Or are you also looking for on-campus experiences to complement online study? Complete the MS in HR Management through a blended format, with on-campus courses taken in the day, evening or weekend at the Fort Worth, Waco, Midlothian or Stephenville campuses. With a student-to-faculty ratio of just 19:1, a 118-year history of academic success, and a graduate curriculum that focuses on contemporary topics like organizational effectiveness, labor relations, and candidate recruitment, Tarleton has everything you need to achieve success and become an effective leader in today’s competitive and dynamic business environment.

Wayland Baptist University (PR)
School of Business
Plainview, Texas
Website

MA in Management with an HR Management specialization

Also Offers:

• MBA in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $365 (on-campus); $465 (online)

• Program offered entirely online or through Wayland campuses located throughout Texas, Arizona, Alaska, and New Mexico
• Program seamlessly integrates faith into a solid liberal arts education

Wayland Baptist University’s 39-credit MA in Management with a specialization in HR Management is all about options! While Wayland’s home campus is located in Plainview, you’re not limited to just one location! You can complete this graduate degree entirely online or through one of Wayland’s many other campuses in Lubbock, Amarillo, Wichita Falls, and San Antonio, as well as additional locations in New Mexico, Arizona, Alaska, and Hawaii. The university also offers a full degree program in Kenya, Africa! As one of the nation’s top Christian universities, Wayland seamlessly integrates faith into a solid liberal arts education. The MA in Management features a foundation of courses in areas like research methods, business administration, management information systems, and strategic management. Choose the specialization in HR Management and you’ll receive advanced training in recruiting principles, employment law, and diversity in the workplace, among others.

Utah State University (PU)
Jon M. Huntsman School of Business
Logan, Utah
Website

Master of Human Resources

Also Offers:

• Master of Human Resources/MBA dual degree
• Master of Human Resources/Master of Management Information Systems dual degree

Tuition Per Credit: $943 (in-state and for Western Regional Graduate Program state residents – AK, AZ, CO, CA, HI, ID, MT, NV, NM, ND, OR, SD, WA, WY); $1,588 (out-of-state); $871 (online)

• University boasts a 95% job placement rate, a world-class faculty, and real-world immersive learning experiences
• MHR is offered as a full-time, on-campus program or an online/on-campus Executive Program designed for working professionals

An impressive 95% job placement rate, a world-class faculty, and experiential learning are at the heart of Utah State University’s Master of Human Resources. This skills-based grad program is designed to prepare both current and aspiring HR professionals to become strategic and ethical leaders. You can choose to complete the 36-credit Master of Human Resources as a full-time, on-campus program that features in-class learning complemented with consulting projects, a summer internship and a global experience, or as a one-year, full-time or two-year, part-time Executive Program, which can be completed either on-campus (attending classes in Salt Lake) or online (via video conferencing and interactive-online technologies). The Executive program, which is designed for working professionals, is completed by attending classes one weekend per month.

Brigham Young University (PR)
Marriott School
Provo, Utah
Website

MBA in Strategic Human Resources

Tuition Per Credit: $768 (LDS); $1,536 (non-LDS)

• Two-year program features an MBA core in the first year and the HR Management track in the second year
• University consistently recognized for its value and ROI by national publications like Business Insider, Financial Times, and Forbes
• University boasts an esteemed faculty who serve as valued leaders in their respective disciplines

Brigham Young University’s MBA in Strategic Human Resources is a unique degree program that will provide you with a general management education focused on globalization, integration, technology, and entrepreneurship, along with a track in human resources that emphasizes leadership, motivation, organizational design, change management, and more. Complete the MBA core in the first year, and then return to complete the courses related to the Strategic HR track in the second year. There are plenty of reasons why BYU has made a name for itself as a top-tier business school, including: a rigorous and relevant curriculum… an esteemed faculty made up of valued leaders in their respective disciplines… and a team-oriented approach to learning. This program has also been consistently recognized for its value and ROI by national publications like Business Insider, Financial Times, and Forbes.

Liberty University (PR)
School of Business
Lynchburg, Virginia
Website

MBA in Human Resources

Tuition Per Credit: $275 (military)

• 45-credit program can be completed entirely online or on-campus through evening classes and optional, one-week intensives
• Online MBA may be complemented with a real-world team experience as part of your final capstone course
• Faculty comprised of experienced business professionals

Calling all working professionals…Liberty University is for you! The MBA in Human Resources, which emphasizes business operations with a real-world focus, is specially tailored for working professionals like you. The curriculum of this 45-credit grad degree can be completed through evening classes, optional one-week intensives, or completely online. Whether on-campus or online, you’ll complete a rigorous, contemporary curriculum that covers organizational behavior, compensation management, workforce planning, and human resource development. Like its on-campus counterpart, the online MBA in Human Resources is taught by business professionals with real-world, practical experience. The flexible, online format of this program may be augmented with an optional, hands-on experience that will allow you to enhance classroom learning with a collaborative, team project.

West Virginia University (PU)
College of Business & Economics
Morgantown, West Virginia
Website

MS in Industrial Relations and Human Resources

Tuition Per Credit: $453 (in-state and members of the Academic Common Market – DE, FL, GA, KY, MD, LA, and VA); $1,283 (out-of-state)

• Program also offered as a one-year program for students who already hold a JD, MBA or other MS degree
• Program also offered in a Global Track for students interested in a more global perspective and a program that includes studying abroad for a semester
• Program boasts a job placement record of more than 90% among graduates

West Virginia’s MS in Industrial Relations and Human Resources provides an innovative and contemporary course of study in the key elements of HR management, preparing HR professionals to become leaders. It’s no wonder that this program boasts a job placement record of more than 90%. This well-rounded course of study allows students to participate in collective bargaining, interviewing and on-boarding simulations, priming them for success in the real world. WVU also offers a one-year option for students who already hold a JD, MBA, or other MS degree from any accredited U.S. institution, and a Global Track for students who value an education that provides a global perspective on HR issues. Choose the Global Track and you’ll even get to study abroad for a semester at the University of Strasbourg in France.

American Public University (PR)
School of Business
Charles Town, West Virginia
Website

MA in Management – concentration in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $350; $325 (military)

• Program offered fully online through highly engaging virtual classrooms
• School of Business boasts a dedicated faculty of real-world practitioners
• Eight- or sixteen-week online programs feature monthly course start dates for the best in convenience
• Flexible program features the choice of two, end-of-program options: comprehensive final examination or an on-site management practicum

American Public University’s MA in Management with a concentration in HR Management prepares HR leaders who are capable of effectively managing organizational change. For the working professional, the 36-credit MA in Management in HR Management offers the best in convenience, thanks to its fully online course delivery. Just some of the topics you’ll study include workplace safety, recruitment, and employee development and training. You’ll also appreciate being able to choose between two, end-of-program options: a comprehensive final examination or an on-site management practicum. Choose this grad program and you’ll be part of the esteemed APU School of Business, which boasts a dedicated faculty of real-world practitioners, monthly course start dates, eight- and 16-week online courses, and highly engaging virtual classrooms that ensure plenty of valuable communication and collaboration between students and faculty.

University of Wisconsin-Madison (PU)
Wisconsin School of Business
Madison, Wisconsin
Website

MBA in Strategic HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $460 (resident); $1,470 (non-resident); $607 (MN reciprocity)

• Outstanding opportunities for experiential learning
• Program boasts an award-winning faculty, a 100% full-time job placement rate upon graduation, and an average starting salary of $100,000 among graduates
• Option to participate in a global experience with a company outside the U.S.

With the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s MBA in Strategic HR Management you’ll not only gain an advanced understanding of human resource management and organizational effectiveness, but you’ll also be armed with the knowledge required to be a strategic business partner. Through this program, you’ll gain valuable, real-world experience working directly with actual corporate executives and experienced faculty, completing consulting projects, analyzing management topics, and creating actionable strategic plans. This program also offers the option of participating in a global learning experience with a company outside the U.S. Want yet another reason to add the University of Wisconsin-Madison to the top of your list? Students in the MBA in Strategic HR Management program have a 100% full-time job placement rate upon graduation and an average starting salary of $100,000.

Lakeland University (PR)
Business Programs
Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Website

MBA in HR Management

Tuition Per Credit: $629

• Program offered online, in-person, or a combination of the two
• Students can access live classes remotely, attend live streamed classes at one of the University’s Centers, or watch recorded classes on their own time
• Fully online students can study wherever and whenever it’s most convenient for them and enjoy contact with peers and instructors through online discussion boards
• Program boasts a personalized approach to learning, including ample collaboration and communication with peers and instructors

For the working professional, a graduate degree must be convenient and flexible, and Lakeland University’s MBA in HR Management doesn’t disappoint! In fact, this grad degree is specifically tailored to accommodate your busy schedule, thanks to the option of completing it on a full- or part-time basis, through on-campus evening courses, fully online, or through BlendEd, which allows you to choose from online or in-person classes each week. Attend courses in-person, remotely through a live class, at one of Lakeland’s centers (where the class is streamed live in a classroom environment), or fully online. The MBA is currently offered at all Lakeland University Centers, remotely through Lakeland University Online, and through live streaming to Lakeland University Centers. Centers are located in Sheboygan, Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, Neenah, Chippewa, Wisconsin Rapids, and Plymouth. You’ll also appreciate Lakeland’s personalized approach to learning, which includes collaboration and communication with professors and peers alike.