Master of Science in Human Resources
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Our Master of Science (MS) in Human Resources (HR) program can help you expand your HR knowledge, skills, and professional opportunities. This graduate program aligns with the Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) standards and can help you develop leadership skills for HR departments. While earning your degree, you will work to develop knowledge and skills to support team performance, participate in strategic planning, help companies move through change, and set the path for the future of HR.
To progress through our online competency-based program, you’ll need to show mastery of the course content and competencies. With help from faculty, you can spend more time on HR topics that are new to you and move faster through areas where you have existing expertise. You must complete your MS in HR degree within 36 months.
Develop Essential Skills In
- Employment law and ethics
- Training and employment management
- Labor relations and compensation
- Strategic HR management
- HR analytics for decision making
- Inclusive team leadership and talent management
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MS in HR Learning Outcomes
Graduates from the MS in HR program will demonstrate the following:
- Integrate, design, and evaluate cohesive human resource strategies encompassing staffing, training, compensation, labor relations, and talent management that align with organizational objectives.
- Apply, analyze, and evaluate advanced knowledge of employment law, ethical frameworks, labor standards, and inclusive human resource practices to resolve complex workplace challenges while promoting equity, legal compliance, and organizational responsibility.
- Design, implement, and evaluate integrated systems for employee development, performance management, compensation, labor relations, negotiation, and conflict resolution to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.
- Analyze, evaluate, and synthesize HR analytics, research methodologies, and quantitative and qualitative workforce data to inform strategic human resource decisions and assess the effectiveness of HR initiatives.
Admission Requirements
Applicants interested in the Master of Science in Human Resources program are required to meet individually either in person or via telephone with an admissions representative and program faculty to discuss the program and all requirements.
MSHR admission requirements:
- Submit a South College application for admission and application to the program.
- Submit an official transcript evidencing completion of a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher education.
- Evidence earning a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale in baccalaureate degree coursework.
You May Enjoy This Line of Study If You…
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Want to be a better communicator and negotiator
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