Master of Science in Human Resource Management
PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
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.
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
ºÚÁÏÍø is an accredited institution and a member of the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE or the Commission) . ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s 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.
Master of Human Resource Management cost breakdown
- 12 courses, $2490 per course
- $65 technology fee each term
- $150 one-time degree conferral fee
- Additional costs for textbooks and supplies
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Ways to reduce tuition
$4K Alumni Master’s Scholarship
If you’re a ºÚÁÏÍø Alumni and ready to pursue a master’s degree, our Alumni Scholarship can save you $4,000. All you need to do is register for an eligible Strayer graduate program, maintain a GPA of 2.5 or greater and meet eligibility requirements.
50% off Master’s Scholarship
Enroll in two master’s courses, get 50% off tuition. Summer or fall 2025 term only.*
*Eligibility rules, restrictions and exclusions apply.
Civic and Community Alliance Scholarship
Ready to earn an affordable Strayer degree? Admitted Strayer or JWMI students who are employed in certain civic roles or volunteer for a nonprofit may be eligible to receive 25% off tuition for the duration of their program.
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. .
Sample courses
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
How to apply for a master’s degree at Strayer?
An admissions officer can help you choose the right program, register for classes, transfer credits and find cost-savings opportunities.
Here’s what you’ll need to get started:
A completed application and enrollment agreement
Proof of a completed baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 out of 4.0
Official transcripts from all colleges or universities attended
A valid, current and legible government-issued photo ID
Fall classes start on October 6
Learn more about ºÚÁÏ꿉۪s admissions process.
Transferring to Strayer from another university?
Transfer up to four eligible classes from a prior college or university to your master’s degree, saving time and money.
Strayer welcomes international students
ºÚÁÏÍø is proud to have hosted more than 3,000 international students from over 110 countries. Earn your degree in the U.S. or completely online in your home country – it’s your choice.
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.