Master of Science in Human Resource Management and Development Online

The Online MS in Human Resource Management and Development, aligned with SHRM standards, equips you with the skills to inspire, develop, and lead teams through strategic HR practices, fostering positive change and long-term growth.

Tuition: $15,000

Duration: 10 months

Credit hours: 30

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Develop talent and lead organizational change with a human resources management master’s degree

Gain highly transferable leadership skills tailored to the evolving demands of the human resources field. Whether you aspire to make a difference in the corporate world, contribute to not-for-profit organizations, navigate the complexities of governmental agencies, or even establish your own entrepreneurial venture, our SHRM-aligned Online Master’s in Human Resource Management will equip you with the tools necessary to thrive. In addition to being workforce ready, upon degree completion, students are prepared to take the SHRM certification test. SHRM certification is recognized globally as a standard for excellence in human resource management.

Throughout the coursework, you will explore key HR principles such as workforce planning and talent management, organizational development, ethical decision making, employee engagement and development, change management, and much more. This specialized expertise will empower you to effectively address the challenges facing today’s diverse and dynamic workforce. By pursuing your MS in Human Resource Management and Development, you are investing in your professional future and positioning yourself as a strategic HR leader who can drive positive change within organizations, teams, and individuals.

Potential career opportunities:

Human Resources Director
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Employee Relations Manager
HR Business Partner
Compensation and Benefits Manager
Learning and Development Manager

SHRM-aligned

TUITION

CALENDAR

ADMISSIONS

COURSES

Pay tuition one course at a time

We understand finances are an important factor in considering your higher education options. Our online programs are competitively priced and can be paid by the course for added flexibility.

Tuition rates listed apply to the 2024-2025 academic year. More detailed information about tuition and financial aid can be found here.

Program: MS in Human Resource Management and Development
Per credit hour: $500
Per course: $1,500
Per Program: $15,000

Financial aid
Financial aid is available to those who qualify and who are U.S. citizens. Complete the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.gov.

Edgewood College Federal School Code: 003848

Contact us:
Phone: 608.663.4300
Fax: 608.663.3495
Email: ecentral@edgewood.edu
Mailing address: 1000 Edgewood College Dr. Madison, WI 53711

Our online academic calendar features multiple starts

Our online programs are designed to fit your schedule. Find your ideal start date below.

7-Week Format

Term	Start Date	Application Deadline
Summer I	5/19/25	5/5/25
Summer II	7/7/25	6/23/25
Fall I	8/25/25	8/11/25
Fall II	10/20/25	10/6/25

Course registration is due the day before courses begin for each term.

Follow this admission checklist for our HR master’s program

Completed graduate application.
Official transcripts reflecting completion of a baccalaureate or more advanced degree from a United States accredited or equivalent post-secondary institution with a cumulative grade point average of at least a 2.5 on a 4.0 scale or a 2.5 GPA in the last 60 credits. Students who do not meet the 2.5 GPA requirement may still be considered for conditional admissions.
No GMAT required.

See the classes you will take in our online master’s program

To complete the Master of Science in Human Resource Management and Development online program, students must complete 30 credit hours of coursework.

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U.S. Student Graduate Admissions Contact Information

Email: GPS@edgewood.edu

Phone: 608-663-4299

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