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Master of Science in Human Resource Management

PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

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12 master's courses
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Earn your degree on your terms.

Why earn a master’s in human resource management from Strayer?

With a master’s in human resource management, you can develop the advanced HR management skills you need to encourage better outcomes and increase value for your company. You’ll build the skills to help you make a positive impact in the workplace, shape the future of your organization and drive success.

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Program and concentrations

Lead HR and Fuel Business Growth

In today’s competitive landscape, human resource managers can be key to an organization’s success. In Strayer’s Master of Science (MS) in Human Resource Management program, you’ll learn to set HR goals that support organizational strategies and help drive business. The curriculum examines leadership and organizational behavior, ethics, employment law and human resource information systems.

Skills you’ll learn in a Strayer Master of Science in Human Resource Management program

  • Assess and measure the effectiveness of human resource goals and performance within an organization
  • Align human resource policies with business goals
  • Develop policies and practices that foster a welcoming and supportive workplace

Explore MS in Human Resource Management concentrations

We offer our students a choice of HR management concentrations, allowing you to customize learning to support your interests and career goals. If you can’t decide, your admissions officer is here to help.

Find the concentration that best meets your goals:

Earn your degree from an accredited university

Strayer University is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) www.msche.org. Strayer University’s accreditation status is Accreditation Reaffirmed. The Commission’s most recent action on the institution’s accreditation status on June 22, 2017 was to reaffirm accreditation. MSCHE is recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education to conduct accreditation and pre-accreditation (candidate status) activities for institutions of higher education including distance, correspondence education, and direct assessment programs offered at those institutions. The Commission’s geographic area of accrediting activities is throughout the United States.

HR management concentrations

Choose from two concentrations, tailored to fit your goals. If you can’t decide, your admissions officer is here to help. 

Estimate the cost of your degree

How much does an MS in Human Resource Management cost?

The cost of an MS in HRM depends on a number of factors, including the price per course, the purchase of textbooks, and the scholarships and financial aid available to you. Read on for a breakdown of the costs, as well as money-saving opportunities associated with the program.

Estimate the cost of your degree

How much does an MS in Human Resource Management cost?

The cost of an MS in HRM depends on a number of factors, including the price per course, the purchase of textbooks, and the scholarships and financial aid available to you. Read on for a breakdown of the costs, as well as money-saving opportunities associated with the program.

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Program cost breakdown

The Strayer Master of Science in Human Resource Management program consists of 12 courses, with the price of $2,490 per course. There are additional fees for textbooks and supplies, a $65 technology fee each term and a one-time $150 degree conferral fee.

Transfer credits

Courses from another institution may be eligible for transfer credits to Strayer, which can help reduce the number of courses you need to graduate and your overall tuition. You can transfer up to four classes toward your master’s degree. The Strayer transfer credit page has more information as well as a tool to estimate how many transfer credits you may be able to apply to your Strayer degree program.

Students enrolled in the Master of Business Administration in North Carolina or Pennsylvania may transfer up to four classes

Scholarships and financial aid

There are a number of financial aid options worth exploring on our financial aid page. To apply for federal aid, prospective students should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. Stafford loans are available for graduate study. These are direct unsubsidized loans, not based on financial need. Unlike subsidized loans, Stafford loan interest will accrue while in the program. Making interest payments while in school will help reduce the amount of principal that would otherwise build up, reducing your end cost.

There are also scholarships and private loans available for Strayer students.

More than 500 organizations invest in their employees by partnering with Strayer University to offer access to tuition savings and other educational benefits. If your employer is a corporate partner, you may qualify for programs that can help you discover career pathways in your field.

Private loans

Non-federal loans may pay the difference between the cost of attendance and the total of loans and grants received from other tuition assistance programs. The terms and conditions of federal loans are often more favorable than private loans and should be considered before exploring private loans.

Military tuition assistance

Scholarships are offered to eligible students currently serving in the military, as well as military spouses. Strayer is also approved by Veterans Affairs to accept and process veteran education benefits. Learn more about the Strayer University active military assistance program here.

Veteran benefits

In addition to participating fully in the Yellow Ribbon Program, Strayer is approved by Veterans Affairs to accept and process veteran education benefits. Student veterans can receive transfer credit for military training and life experiences.

What coursework do you need to specialize in human resource management?

Expand your understanding of what it takes to lead with a Master of Science in Human Resource Management. Core coursework includes topics such as leadership and organizational behavior, managing human resource projects and strategic human resource management. View all courses.

Sample courses

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HRM 500 - Human Resource Management Foundations

Examine the theoretical foundation of the human resource management field and the evolution of human resource management, labor and law, including human capital. Analyze trends and issues influencing the development and application of these elements within contemporary organizations. Explore the effects of regulation on businesses.

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HRM 517 - Managing Human Resource Projects

Define and analyze management techniques for planning, estimating and facilitating human resource projects. Examine project management processes, including developing objectives, creating work plans, preparing schedules, allocating resources and coordinating overall effort. Techniques are introduced to help keep projects on track and enhance team motivation.

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HRM 530 - Strategic Human Resource Management

Analyze workforce management processes in light of their strategic importance. Examine the relationships between the traditional human resource functions and the various business functions so that efficiency and effectiveness are balanced and optimized. Review these processes and relationships in both the domestic and global environments, now and in the future.

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HRM590 - SHRM Certification Exam Preparation

This course helps students prepare for the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification exam and acquire critical thinking skills to demonstrate understanding of HR competencies. Students also gain knowledge in the SHRM technical competencies, including people, organizations and the workplace.

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HRM 599 - Human Resource Management Capstone

Integrate the concepts you have learned in the Master of Science in Human Resource Management program. Synthesize and apply the knowledge, competencies and skills acquired throughout the program by evaluating cases and situations. Develop strategic solutions to human resource management challenges that align with organizational goals. A grade of B or higher is required.

Master of Human Resource Management admission requirements

Before you can pursue your master’s degree, you’ll need to enroll at Strayer. Here’s what you need to get started for admission to the university. 

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A completed application and enrollment agreement, as applicable

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Proof of a completed baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.0

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Official copies of transcripts from all other colleges or universities attended

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A valid, current and legible government-issued photo identification

Learn more about the admission process at Strayer.

Students applying to Washington, D.C., or New Jersey campuses must provide proof of proper immunization.

Transferring to Strayer from another university?

Some or all of the credits you’ve earned may be transferable.

International master’s students

We welcome international students.

Campus locations

Come to a campus near you for guidance and support. You’ll have access to helpful resources, a supportive community and plenty of spaces to learn and grow.

Ready to take the next step?

Your admissions officer is here to guide you through every step of the process, from completing your application to choosing your concentration.