| Code | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| OLCU 501 | Organizational Research |
3 |
| HRCU 600 | Human Resource Foundations |
3 |
| HRCU 602 | Strategic Business Concepts and Human Resources |
3 |
| HRCU 603 | Globalization and Diversity |
3 |
| HRCU 604 | Workforce Planning |
3 |
| HRCU 605 | Talent Management |
3 |
| HRCU 606 | Strategic and Legal Leadership |
3 |
| OLCU 615 | Leading Organizational Change |
3 |
| Core Courses Subtotal |
24 |
|
| Elective Courses |
|
|
| The student may choose among human resources graduate courses as well as graduate courses in Accounting, Business Administration, Computer Science, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Health Administration, Marketing, Organizational Leadership and/or Public Administration. |
9 |
|
| Elective Courses Subtotal |
9 |
|
| Capstone Course |
|
|
| HRCU 650 | Strategic Management of Human Resources |
3 |
| Capstone Course Subtotal |
3 |
|
| Total Credits |
36 |
|
MS in Human Resources
Gain the skills and tools you need to maximize employee engagement and address cultural, regulatory and behavioral issues in a diverse workforce. You’ll learn strategic management, staffing, training and development, conflict and negotiation, employee benefits and legal issues.
Master's Degree in Human Resources Overview
A master’s of science degree in human resources (MSHR) prepares you to attract, retain and develop collaboration among an employee base. You will focus on theoretical and practical application while examining the HR professional as a strategic partner within an organization, with the ability to make sustainable change in support of organizational goals.
As a student, you will:
- Apply an integrated and systems-oriented approach to human resources that aligns and supports business strategy.
- Assess the impact of globalization, multiculturalism, and multi-generational workforces on organizational policy, practices and performance.
- Design strategies to ensure workforce capabilities are aligned with organizational needs.
- Develop strategies to ensure workforce performance is continuously aligned with organizational needs.
- Build strategic partnerships that address complex business needs and meet corporate social responsibility, ethical objectives, and legal considerations.
- Evaluate business data to make effective strategic decisions that align with support business goals.
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Summer I (Apr 29, 2024)
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Admission Requirements
Applicants for this master's degree program must complete the formal application process with all required documents, which include:
- Completed application
- 2.75 grade point average (GPA)
- Official transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions where baccalaureate and/or post-baccalaureate coursework was completed or attempted
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Only credits from regionally accredited institutions may be accepted in transfer. Failure to report any previous academic work at another college or university may be considered a violation of academic integrity.
Graduate Level Exams
Most of UMass Global’s Master Degree programs do not require a graduate level exam; however, there are a few that do. For detailed information about which UMass Global programs have graduate exam and minimum test score requirements, please reference the University of Massachusetts Global Catalog.
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MS in Human Resources Program Curriculum
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Course List Code Course Name Credits Specific Requirements HRCU 600 Human Resource Foundations 3
HRCU 605 Talent Management 3
HRCU 607 Total Rewards 3
Select two from the following: 6
BUSU 510 Career Development & Management 3
HRCU 612 Human Resources Management in Public Administration 3 HRCU 622 Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining 3 HRCU 630 Conflict and Negotiation 3 Total Credits 15
University of Massachusetts Global is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
