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Master of Science (MS) in Human Resource Management Specializations

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General Human Resource Management specialization

Today's human resource managers are increasingly viewed as strategic business partners and are expected to contribute both specialized HR knowledge and a broad understanding of business needs and strategies. This General Human Resource Management master's specialization is designed to help you deepen your human resources subject matter expertise and strengthen your ability to think beyond functional boundaries, positioning yourself to become an important partner in developing and implementing workplace strategies that deliver business results. People likely to be interested in the General Human Resource Management specialization include mid-level HR professionals and managers who wish to advance in their professions and become strategic leaders in their organizations.


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Total Program: 48 quarter credits
Up to 12 quarter credits may be transferred into this specialization
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Next Start Date: March 5, 2012
Credit: $591

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Core Courses (each course 4 quarter credits unless noted)

  • HRM5004 - Human Resource Management in the 21st Century
  • HRM5010 - Marketing and Sales
  • HRM5020 - Business Fundamentals
  • HRM5030 - Ethics and Advocacy in Organizations
  • HRM5040 - Managing Data and Information
  • HRM5050 - Strategy and Business Development

Specialization Courses (each course 4 quarter credits unless noted)

  • HRM5210 - The 21st Century Global Workplace
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  • Choose four from the following courses:
  • HRM5212 - Organization Building and Membership*
  • HRM5216 - Enterprise-Wide Communications*
  • HRM5218 - Total Rewards in the Global Workplace*
  • HRM5220 - Talent Management*
  • HRM5222 - Organizational Learning*
  • HRM5230 - Human Capital Management: A New Vision
  • HRM5240 - Human Resources and Labor Relations
  • HRM5250 - Human Resource Management and the Law
  • HRM5251 - Building the Law*
  • HRM5257 - Workplace Legal Actions*
  • ORD5020 - Strategic Planning and Organizational Development
  • ORD5510 - Organizational Development in the Global Environment

Capstone course (taken during learner's final quarter)

  • HRM5920 - Human Resource Management Capstone* - 4 quarter credits
* This course has a prerequisite. Contact an enrollment counselor for more information.

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Along with the General Human Resource Management specialization, Capella also offers an MBA specialization in Human Resource Management.


We also have a PhD specialization in Human Resource Management for those considering a leadership, consulting, or faculty position in the field of human resources.





What a FANTASTIC Program!

November 22, 2010Tamika I am in my 5th course of the MS General Human Resource Management program and I am loving it. The courses are interesting and the faculty are awesome individuals. Capella has really raised the standards of online learning. My courses are challenging but informative, and the 10 week course length is perfect. I would highly recommend this program and the University to anyone that is looking for a accredited and respectable online school!

Capella is a great place of higher learning.

December 1, 2010Marika I completed my Graduate Certificate in Human Resource Management and then continued on to complete my Masters in HRM. It was a great program and it helped me to further my education and make a career change. I'm loving my new career in HR! Thank you Capella for a wonderful and rewarding online learning experience.

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December 9, 2010Chantel I just enrolled in the MS program. This was by far the most helpful university with making sure all information has been submitted. All my questions were answered that determined my decision.

"great coursework!"

September 1, 2011Catherine After 30 years in management (10 in Industrial Safety and 20 in Human Resources) I decided to go back for my Masters in HRM. I chose Capella because they were recognized by my professional organization (SHRM). I have not regretted that decision. I am almost through with my Masters program and I can truly say that I have enjoyed each of my courses. Yes, they can be challenging when you also have a family and work full time. But the depth of understanding of my profession has increased and broadened. Make the decision to enroll...you won't regret it! an Ambassador for the HRM program.
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