Master of Science in Human Resource Management

The Program

The Master of Science Program in Human Resource Management prepares students to build and manage human resource management functions in global organizations. This practitioner-oriented degree provides knowledge, competencies, and skills needed to help develop human capital. The interdisciplinary curriculum integrates key concepts, themes, and best practices drawn from psychology, sociology, and anthropology in positioning the human resource professional as a key organizational enabler. The degree prepares students to help promote organizational growth, profitability, and sustainability.

Course of Study

The Master of Science in Human Resource Management is a 33-credit program normally completed within 4 semesters. Students are required to complete 6 core courses, 4 elective courses and a capstone course.

Courses Offered Include:

• Core Courses
  • MBA 609: Human Capital Management in Multi-Cultural Organizations
  • MBA 620: Human Resource Management in the 21st Century Global Workplace
  • MBA 621: Employment Law in the Global Business Environment
  • MSB 605: Ethics in the Global Marketplace
  • MSH 620: Business Foundations for Human Resource Management Professionals
  • MSH 621: High Performance as Cultural Norm: From Psychology to Profitability
• Capstone Courses
  • MSH 629: Human Resource Management
• Elective Courses
  • MBA 607: Organizational Transformation: Managing for Change
  • MBA 610 Leadership (formerly MBA 650)
  • MBA 613 Negotiation and Conflict Resolution (formerly MBA 660)
  • MBA 622: Talent Management in Global Organizations
  • MSH 622 Organizational Learning and Workforce Productivity
  • MSH 623: Total Rewards and the Global Workplace
  • MSH 698: Internship in Human Resource Management

Who Should Enroll?

The Master of Science in Human Resource Management program is appropriate for mid-level HR professionals and managers who wish to advance in their professions and become strategic leaders in their organizations. Business professionals who want to increase their HRM knowledge and marketability or who wish to work in human resource management will also benefit from this program.

Admission Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university (or its equivalent), with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• A completed application for admission to the Touro College Graduate School of Business.
• Written statement discussing your motivation, interests, and goals in pursing graduate business study.
• Two letters of recommendation.
• If applicable, an English Language Proficiency Test.

Degree Requirements

• Completion of 6 core courses, 4 elective courses, and the capstone course.
• A cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 3.0 or better.

Recommended Sequence of Courses

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