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ACCU 602
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Financial Reporting & Analysis |
3 |
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BUSU 610
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Data Analysis for Decision Making |
3 |
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BUSU 620
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Economic Analysis for Managers |
3 |
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FINU 607
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Financial Management |
3 |
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MKTU 605
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Marketing Management |
3 |
| OLCU 614 | Leadership and Team Development | 3 |
| OLCU 653 | Creating an Inclusive Climate: Advocacy Strategies for Leaders | 3 |
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BUSU 640
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Business Strategy and Competitive Advantage Capstone |
3 |
| Core Requirements Subtotal |
24 |
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MBA in Human Resources
Elevate your expertise in managing any organization’s most valuable asset — its people — with this MBA in Human Resources. Expanding upon our core graduate-level business curriculum, this MBA in HR will prepare you for management positions in human resources.
Become a Manager in Human Resources
Through online graduate-level coursework designed for adult learners, the UMass Global Master of Business Administration in Human Resources positions you for higher-level management positions. Your core MBA subject matter will cover financial management, marketing management, data analysis, leadership, and more. Then you’ll add your human resources focus with courses such as workforce planning and talent management.
- Human Resources Focus
For your MBA in HR emphasis, you’ll take two required HR courses and choose two HR courses in areas of interest, such as labor relations or conflict and negotiation. - Fewer Core Requirements = Faster Completion
The streamlined MBA core program of study allows you to finish your program quickly, while gaining essential knowledge of human resources. - 100% Online Coursework
At UMass Global, our MBA coursework is fully online, allowing you the flexibility to keep working while building the skills you need to succeed. - Credit for What You Know
We take pride in giving credit where credit is due, namely for any corporate training, military schooling, and professional certifications.
Next Session
Spring II (Mar 3, 2025)
Estimated Tuition
$730/Credit
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At UMass Global, our goal is to change your life through affordable education. We work with you to find grants, scholarships, tuition discounts, and low interest loans to keep your costs down.
Program Benefits that Benefit You.
A Better Balance for Work and School
Affordable, asynchronous classes that fit your work schedule, offered 100% online so you can learn while you earn.
Start Sooner, No GMAT or GRE Required
Designed for working professionals, benefit from rolling starts and flexible entry - no GMAT or GRE required for admission.
Real World Skills and Value
Our coursework is designed to be immediately relevant to your career. Many of our business school professors are also working professionals, ensuring relevance in today’s business environment.
University of Massachusetts Global is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC)
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I know that through having my master’s in business administration I’m going to be able to continue to climb up the ladder and continue to guide and lead others to do the work that they do. I believe I’m making a bigger impact by being a leader.
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Admission Requirements
Applicants for this master's degree program must complete the formal application process with all required documents, which include:
- Completed application
- 2.75 grade point average (GPA)
- Official transcripts from all regionally accredited institutions where baccalaureate and/or post-baccalaureate coursework was completed or attempted
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Only credits from regionally accredited institutions may be accepted in transfer. Failure to report any previous academic work at another college or university may be considered a violation of academic integrity.
Graduate Level Exams
This Master’s degree program does not require applicants to take costly exams like the GRE/GMAT. Why? Because we value your professional and life experience. You should get credit for what you already know.
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MBA Program Curriculum
For students seeking our Master of Business Administration degree, be sure to explore all avenues to shorten the time necessary to earn your degree. These include transfer credits, credit for corporate training, credit for certificates earned, and credit for military schooling.
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Course List Code Course Name Credits HRCU 604 Workforce Planning 3
HRCU 605 Talent Management 3
Select two from the following: 6
BUSU 510Career Development & Management HRCU 602Strategic Business Concepts and Human Resources HRCU 607Total Rewards HRCU 612Human Resources Management in Public Administration HRCU 622Labor Relations and Collective Bargaining HRCU 630Conflict and Negotiation Total Credits 12
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you’re interested in returning to school to earn your MBA in Human Resources with UMass Global, here are a few frequently asked questions.
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An MBA with a focus on human resources opens the door to a variety of careers in the business world. And with your advanced business skillset, mid- to upper-level HR management positions within an organization’s HR sphere come into play. For some potential human resources-related job titles, MBA in HR graduates can pursue roles such as Human Resources Manager, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Training and Development Manager, Compensation and Benefits Manager, Organizational Development Consultant, Employee Relations Manager, and HR Consultant, among others.
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The primary difference between a general Master of Business Administration (MBA) and an MBA with a concentration in human resources (HR) lies in the added focus of the curriculum. A general MBA program offers a broad overview of business principles across various disciplines, such as finance, marketing, operations, and strategy, preparing graduates for leadership roles in a wide range of industries.
Building on that base, an MBA with an emphasis in human resources includes specialized courses focused on HR-related topics, such as talent management, organizational development, labor laws, and strategic workforce planning. This specialized approach equips graduates with an in-depth understanding of how to manage an organization's people effectively, making them ideal candidates for senior HR roles within organizations.
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An MBA degree typically takes 1 to 2 years to complete, with the most common duration being 2 years for a full-time program. At UMass Global, full-time students can complete their degree in about a year and part-time students less than 2 years. Check out our time to complete calculator to see how fast you can graduate.
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the human resources field is experiencing growth, and this is projected to continue. Growth is driven by the trend of HR becoming a more strategic part of organizations. The HR department is now a part of developing the organization’s culture, attracting and retaining talent, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Employee well-being has also become a top priority for many companies, and the human resources department leads in that push. HR professionals are needed to develop programs that support employee mental health, work-life balance, and overall job satisfaction.