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Human Resources Management, M.S.

The Master’s in Human Resources Management prepares you to help organizations run more efficiently and to help people reach their professional goals.

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Degree Types
Master's,B.A./M.S. Pathway
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Program Cost
$563 per credit
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Format
Online
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Total credits
30

About the Program

The Master of Science in Human Resources Management provides students with opportunities to study the theories and practices of human resources management to prepare for management positions in a variety of organizational and industrial settings as an HR professional. The program content is founded in competencies defined by professional organizations in the field of HR, such as ATD and SHRM. Through content courses in human resources management and related topics – such as organizational theory and behavior, organizational change and development, and research methods  – and through workplace experiences, students will acquire the necessary skills to be successful human resources professionals. Organizations, the marketplace, and societies in general are experiencing rapid change, and organizations must prepare to adapt to these changes.

The program in Human Resources Management is offered entirely online, primarily in an asynchronous format to meet the need for a healthy personal and professional balance for working professionals.  Courses are offered in 8-week sessions allowing students to focus on one course at a time while maintaining a two course per semester course load, a popular format for working adults. This program can be completed in 18 months taking two courses per semester or as little as 12 months if taking 3 courses a semester.

 

Why McDaniel for Human Resources Management?

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We’ve thoughtfully designed the program to be accessible and practical for working adults. When you enroll in our HRM program you get:

  • Flexibility. Our HRM Program is 100% online and asynchronous, allowing students the freedom to attend class anywhere, anytime.
  • Focus. Our sequence of several consecutive 8-week courses per semester allows students to complete two courses in each semester without course overlap or three with minimal overlap.
  • Pacing. All coursework (including the required capstone) is designed for program completion within a 12-18 month period.

What You Need to Know About the M.S. in Human Resources Management

Admissions & Application Requirements

Applicants to the program must submit:

  • Completed application for graduate study.
  • Official transcript verifying completion of an undergraduate degree from a regionally accredited college or university with a minimum GPA of 3.00. Students with a GPA between 2.75 and 2.99 will be admitted provisionally which requires a student to maintain a 3.0 GPA in the first nine to 12 credit hours. Students with less than a 2.75 GPA can be considered for provisional admission on a case-by-case basis but may be required to provide additional documents or participate in an interview. Admission may also require additional conditions.
  • A professional resume.
  • Goal statement detailing personal and professional goals relative to the program of study.

Degree Requirements

State Authorization & Professional Licensure

Bachelor’s to Master’s Pathway Start Early. Save Time. Save Money.

McDaniel College’s Bachelor’s to Master’s (BA/MS) pathways give motivated students the chance to earn both their undergraduate and graduate degrees faster and at a lower cost. These pathways are designed to help students gain advanced skills and knowledge that are important in today’s job market, allowing them to save time and money while getting ahead.

By offering these pathways, McDaniel College meets the growing need for higher education and professional expertise. Students who choose a BA/MS pathway can build strong qualifications for their careers, putting themselves in a better position to succeed by earning an advanced degree.

Bachelor’s to Master’s Pathways at McDaniel College

Program and Course Details

Human Resources Management Catalog

Want to Know More?

Get more information at one of our monthly Virtual Coordinator Connections. Make a connection with the coordinator of your graduate program of choice and discover if McDaniel is the right fit for you.

Register Here

How to Apply

Start your application for rolling admission during one of six entry points per year (two per fall, spring, and summer).

Apply Now

Program Coordinator

Kristi Yowell ’00, M.S. ’05
kyowell@mcdaniel.edu

 

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Meet a Graduate | Habeeb Baba '22, M.S. '24

What led you to earn your M.S. in Human Resources Management?

I chose to get my master’s in Human Resources Management because I felt like I needed to market myself more. Having a bachelor’s degree is an amazing feat, but you need something that’s going to make you stand out. I’ve always been great with people, I’ve always been a mediator, so I thought why not use that as an opportunity and get my master’s in this field.

Why McDaniel?

I chose McDaniel because I did my undergraduate degree here. I wanted to invest in myself because that would be the best route for a bright future. I knew it would be hard. However, I also knew it would be an excellent opportunity to hone my skills, market myself more, and build my professional skills to set me up for the real world. Staying at McDaniel was a no-brainer for me, and it was a seamless transition as well!

What were your program highlights?

Something that I really liked about McDaniel is the tight-knit community, it really felt like family. 

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Kristi Thayer Yowell ’00, M.S. ’05 recognized with CUPA-HR Distinguished Service Award Meet the Program Coordinator

Kristi Thayer Yowell ’00, M.S. ’05, coordinator of McDaniel College’s graduate program in Human Resources Management, was recently recognized with the Distinguished Service Award from the College and University Professional Association for Human Resources, in recognition of her distinguished leadership and service with the organization.

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Want to Know More?

Get more information at one of our monthly Virtual Coordinator Connections. Make a connection with the coordinator of your graduate program of choice and discover if McDaniel is the right fit for you.

Register Here

How to Apply

Start your application for rolling admission during one of six entry points per year (two per fall, spring, and summer).

Apply Now

Program Coordinator

Kristi Yowell ’00, M.S. ’05
kyowell@mcdaniel.edu

 

Request More Info
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