Master of Science in Human Resources

Academics

Curriculum designed for practical business application.

The Master of Science in Human Resources (MSHR) is designed to provide practitioners and leaders with the knowledge, skills, and tools to maximize employee engagement and optimize organizational performance. It is a degree designed to promote the career development of human resources professionals. Program learning outcomes include:

• Business acumen: Apply an integrated and systems-oriented approach to Human Resources that aligns and supports business strategy.

• Talent management: Develop strategies to ensure workforce performance is continuously aligned with organizational needs.

• Globalization and diversity: Assess the impact of globalization, multiculturalism, and multi-generational workforces on organizational policy, practices and performance.

• Strategic leadership: Build strategic partnerships that address complex business needs and meet corporate social responsibility, ethical objectives, and legal considerations.

• Workforce planning: Design strategies to ensure workforce capabilities are aligned with organizational needs.

• Data-driven decision-making: Evaluate business data to make effective strategic decisions that align with and support business goals.