Become a Strategic Leader in HR with a Master’s in Human Resources Online
Changes in technology, the mobilization of a multigenerational workforce and a rapidly changing economic landscape are evolving the role that human resources professionals play. University of Michigan Science's online Master of Science in Human Resource Management is designed to equip managers with the creative problem-solving skills, data-driven decision-making, strategic management skills, empathy and ethics they need to forge a path for themselves and the organizations they represent.
The master's in human resources online program aligns with the Society for Human Resource Management's (SHRM) guiding principle - that human resource professionals must be prepared to be a key part of the success of today's agile companies. This degree focuses on the critical competencies identified by SHRM, including employee and labor relations, legal and ethical issues, recruitment and technology, and the changing workforce.
See Yourself Succeed in Human Resource Management
In the master's in human resources online program, you’ll learn to plan, implement and evaluate the effectiveness of HR programs and align these programs to the organization's missions and goals. You’ll also be able to:
- Leverage customer service and negotiation strategies to foster relationships with stakeholders that are based on trust, teamwork and direct communication
- Implement talent development and workforce planning strategies to align employee skills with business goals
- Communicate the vision, practices and policies in a way that promotes HR as a business partner
- Protect the integrity of the business, its employees and its management practices through risk management and legal and ethical practices
- Recommend evidence-based strategies that integrate sound, data-driven analysis and critical decision-making to support the goals of the organization
- Articulate the importance of a global outlook and cross-cultural approach for human resource professionals in the interest of improving cultural competence and valuing the commonalities, values and individual uniqueness of organizational members
- Promote an organization’s vision through effective leadership strategies that foster collaboration and promote consensus
- Design, implement and evaluate strategic human resource programs that deliver the right solutions to organizational challenges and contribute to business success
The online MS in Human Resource Management provides an in-depth study of the HR field purpose-built to SHRM standards. Choose to go further and establish yourself as a globally recognized human resource expert by earning the new standard in HR certification: SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP™) and SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP™). These professional certifications can open doors for professional advancement, serve to harmonize standards with changing expectations and signal to employers advanced professional development. Learn more about how SHRM HR Certification coupled with a master’s degree in human resources best positions you for career success.
As a private, nonprofit university, UMS has one mission – to help you see yourself succeed. The benefits of earning your HR degree online at UMS include:
- Affordability. Take advantage of some of the most affordable tuition rates in the nation
- Convenience. Attend class when it’s convenient for you – online education means 24/7 access
- Efficiency and flexibility. Complete your graduate degree in as few as 15 months, with two courses per 10-week term
- Expert instruction. Learn from instructors with relevant, real-world experience
- Minimal requirements. No GMAT or GRE required for admission
- Networking. Tap into our nationwide network of alumni for tips and career opportunities
- Student support. Count on the ongoing support of dedicated academic and career advisors specialized in your area of study
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Program Outcomes
- Leverage effective customer service and negotiation strategies that build engaging relationships with stakeholders through trust, teamwork, and direct communication
- Integrate appropriate talent development and workforce planning strategies to effectively align employee competencies with business goals and provide a measurable return on investment for an organization
- Operate as an effective business partner and leader in human resources through clear, concise, and accurate communication skills
- Protect the integrity of the business, its employees, and its management practices through appropriate risk management and legal and ethical practices
- Recommend appropriate evidence-based strategies that integrate sound, data-driven analysis and critical decision-making to support the goals, vision, and mission of the organization
- Articulate the importance of a global outlook and cross-cultural approach for human resource professionals in the interest of improving cultural competence and valuing the commonalities, values, and individual uniqueness of organizational members
- Advance an organization's vision and mission through effective leadership strategies that foster collaboration, promote consensus, and guide the organization through adversity and change with resilience and agility
- Design, implement, and evaluate strategic human resource programs that deliver customized human resource solutions for organizational challenges and contribute to the success of the business
