Online Master of Human Resource Management
Make a difference as an HR manager.
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Online Master of Human Resource Management
Make a difference as an HR manager.
Become a Leader in the Growing Field of Human Resources
Further your knowledge of talent development, employment law and organizational behavior in a format that encourages flexibility. This program is designed for working professionals who want to move forward—and with our 100% online format, you can do that without sacrificing your current lifestyle.
Our courses have been created to align with the academic requirements of the Society of Human Resources Management Association (SHRM). As a result, our expert faculty are prepared to teach you all of the core competencies recommended to be an HR leader, including relationship management, employee engagement, corporate social responsibility and much more. You’ll gain the analytical and interpersonal skills necessary to advance your position in a number of organizations.
Enhance your degree with one of two graduate certificates:
Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management Decision Making:
A 15-credit hour program designed to hone your decision making skills through analytics, rewards strategies and advanced management practices.
Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management Skills:
A 15-credit hour program that provides a baseline overview of HR management with content focused on HR theories, applications and the critical role of context in HR decision making.
30 Credit Hours
$338.87 per credit hour
*Does not include college and department fees, as these vary based on major and credits enrolled. The tuition and fees listed are subject to change by action of the Kansas Board of Regents
100% Online Program
Complete Your Degree Faster
Transfer your credits from accredited institutions to finish faster.
8-Week Courses
$126,230
Median salary for human resources managers
9%
Projected job growth between 2020-2030
14,800
Estimated job openings for HR managers per year between 2020-2030
Career information gathered from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Individualized Admissions Path
Create a plan with your advisor after submitting transcripts and application.
24/7/365
Student services are always available through the OneStop portal.
Financial Aid-Eligible
The financial aid team can help you set up FAFSA, a payment plan or tuition assistance.
Flexible Start Dates
Choose from five start times per year: August, October, January, March and June.
Curriculum
The online Master of Human Resource Management program will consist of 30 credit hours. Twenty-one of the hours will be composed of eight required courses. The remaining nine hours will be composed of elective courses. If students are more interested in research, they can choose six credit hours of research.
Core Classes – 21 total credit hours
- HRM 803 – HRM Analytics
- HRM 866 – Selection
- HRM 868 – Rewards
- HRM 869 – Talent Development
- HRM 665 – Employment Law
- HRM 885 – Strategic HRM
- MGMT 862 – Organizational Behavior
The remaining 9 credit hours come from the list of electives.
Electives – 9 total credit hours
- IB 836 – International Business & Competition
- BLAW 810 – Law and Ethics for Business
- MGMT 662 – Managing in Diverse Organizations
- MKT 803 – Marketing Analysis
- DS 850 – Operations Management
- MIS 874 – Management Information Systems
- HRM 891 – Research Project
- MGMT 885 – Advanced Strategic Management
- HRM 690 – Seminar in Selected Topics
- HRM 750 – Workshop in Human Resources