Following a traditional, instructor-led format, our eight-week courses are offered year-round. For flexibility to mesh with our students' busy lives, most of our online course-based programs are offered in six sessions throughout the year.
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UMass Global Course-Based Benefits
Designed for Adult Students
Convenient online classes start every 8 weeks, 6 times a year.
Dedicated Resources
From applications to graduation, University of Massachusetts Global helps you achieve your goals with comprehensive student support services.
Faculty Lead Courses
Receive relevant, real-world instruction in small class sizes that can be applied directly to your workplace.
Launch your HR career with UMass Global’s BS in Human Resources and lead the people strategies that deliver real results.
Jan 12, 2026
Human Resources, BS
100% Online
Develop the vital knowledge and skills to guide your organization in effectively managing its greatest asset — its people — with this bachelor’s degree in human resources. From recruiting and retention to employee relations, benefits, and development, you'll learn to turn people strategy into performance.
This graduate-level certificate is designed to develop professionals in human resources who wish to broaden their conceptual knowledge, skills, and abilities in the field.
Jan 12, 2026
Human Resources, Grad Certificate
Master's Pathway
5 Courses
This graduate-level certificate is designed to develop professionals in human resources who wish to broaden their conceptual knowledge, skills, and abilities in the field.
This graduate-level certificate is designed to develop professionals in human resources who wish to broaden their conceptual knowledge, skills, and abilities in the field.
Certificates & Courses
This graduate-level certificate is designed to develop professionals in human resources who wish to broaden their conceptual knowledge, skills, and abilities in the field.
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.
Jan 12, 2026
Human Resources, MS
100% Online
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.
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
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.
I would have never been able to quit my job to enroll in school. That was not an option because I'm a breadwinner in my household. Having the opportunity to keep my job and continue to work, and to work around my schedule as a full-time employee and a mother of a toddler was really the icing on top.
Monica T.
Business Administration, MBA
My journey at UMass Global has been transformative. The university not only equips students with the knowledge and skills needed for success but also instills a sense of purpose and a passion for lifelong learning. If you are considering applying to UMass Global, be prepared to embark on a fulfilling educational adventure that goes beyond traditional academic boundaries.
Julia R.
Teaching, MA with Extensive Support Needs Credential
SDC Teacher, Palmdale School District
The professors realized I have a life and wanted to pursue my dreams. They didn’t make me feel like I had to choose between family and school. They made me feel like I could be successful in both.
