About the M.S. in Human Resource Management and Development (HRMD)
Our Master of Science in Human Resource Management and Development (HRMD) degree program gives you the leadership skills to help build organizations that maximize the effectiveness of human capital. From planning and hiring, to retaining and developing top talent, our program will prepare you for a variety of senior roles within the field. You’ll acquire the skills and flexibility to adapt to changes in the economy, technology, globalization and demographics. The HRMD program can be completed in 18 months.
Career Advancement
Distinguish yourself from other candidates by honing your skills as a leader in the HR field. Whether you’re new to Human Resources or looking to advance in your current organization, our program will set you up for success.
Customizable Degree
Shape your degree to match your career interests and goals, whether you want to be an HR Generalist or Specialist. Enhance your degree with electives, internships, consulting projects and more.
Real-Time Practical Application
Build leadership skills and knowledge in the classroom that you can apply to your current working environment through our practical application-oriented curriculum. Use what you learn immediately!
Flexible Class Options
Choose from online, campus-based, and blended (online classes with in-person meetings) formats. Fit your degree around your busy schedule.
Financial Advantages
NLU's Accelerated HRMD program offers you a graduate degree in 12 months for $16,500. Get ahead in your career without breaking your bank.
Professional Certification Exams
Our M.S. in Human Resource Management and Development courses will prepare you to sit for HR Certification Institute and SHRM’s professional certification exams in:
- Associate Professional in Human Resources (aPHR) from HRCI
- Professional in Human Resources (PHR) from HRCI
- SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
Accreditation
The Graduate School of Business and Leadership has received specialized accreditation for its business program(s) through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA. For a list of accredited programs please view our IACBE member status page.
AY 2022-23 IACBE Public Disclosure of Student Achievement
SHRM Academically Aligned
Issued by Society for Human Resource Management
SHRM Academic Alignment Program participants are recognized as SHRM academic partners and as such, are seen as a top choice for students seeking a career in Human Resources. Students enrolled in a SHRM HR aligned program are provided with the opportunity to earn their SHRM-CP credential prior to graduating, providing them with a competitive advantage in the job market.
What You Will Learn
Our program is designed to prepare you with a strong foundation in concepts, theories and practices for human resource planning and forecasting, talent acquisition and retention, employee relations and the law, total rewards, performance management, organizational effectiveness and development, organizational culture, diversity and inclusion and HR strategy. Highlights of what you’ll learn in our courses are:
Employment Law and Regulations
Legal issues in employee-employer relationships; Employee protections through state and federal law; The role of labor unions; Collective bargaining agreements; Anti-discrimination laws.
Talent Acquisition and Retention
Talent acquisition strategy, job analysis, and competency modeling; Forecasting staffing needs; Recruiting and applicant tracking; Candidate assessment and selection; Onboarding.
Diversity and Inclusion
Theories, laws, and ethics of diversity inclusion; Organizational bias, discrimination, and stereotyping; Creating a healthy, inclusive workplace; Perspectives of underrepresented groups.
Performance Analysis
Strategies for selecting a performance management approach; Measuring performance and behavior outcomes; Employee goal-setting and development; Reward systems.
Research and Communication
Strategies for applied research in social sciences; Academic writing skills; Presenting research findings; Research-informed decision making and assessment.
Career Outlook
Employment in human resource management is projected to grow by 6% between 2019 and 2029, faster than the average for all occupations.* About 13,300 new openings for human resource management positions are expected each year. Moreover, these positions are well-compensated, as the median salary of an HR manager is $116,720.
Increasing government legislation and rising healthcare costs will increase demand for human resources, training, and labor relations experts to manage recruitment and benefits functions.
With and M.S. in Human Resource Management and Development, you’ll also be prepared for these positions:
- Compensation Manager
- Talent Acquisition Specialist/Manager
- Director of Training and Development
- Director of Benefits
- Director of Labor-Management Relations
- Human Resources Generalist
- Recruiter
*https://www.bls.gov/ooh/management/human-resources-managers.htm
