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Earn a Master of Science in Human Resource Management From a 100% Online University
Excel in careers in the growing human resource field with the online Master of Science in Human Resource Management (MSHRM) at Trident University. In our 100% online program, you will:
- Gain strong expertise in the field of human resource management.
- Develop foundational skills essential for good business practice.
- Learn how to evaluate employee performance and to collect, measure, and evaluate human resource system data.
- Become adept at integrating and aligning human resource policy and practice to an organization’s strategic goals.
- Work with our outstanding and diverse faculty members that will share the wisdom of a wide breadth of professional experiences with you.
- Become part of an extensive student body and connect with other students in your field that are passionate about furthering their careers.
Online Human Resource Masters Program Overview
Designed according to the standards of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), this online masters degree program uses a case-based approach that focuses on preparing students for real-world application. You’ll develop the systems knowledge and critical thinking skills to become a strategic partner in the operational management of any organization.
See the Trident University Catalog for full descriptions of all program course offerings.
Our online masters program in human resources management allows students to earn their graduate degrees while working full time and attending to other responsibilities. This flexibility and convenience combined with high-quality academics and an affordable price make Trident a superior choice for most students.
Admissions Requirements
- Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university.
- Cumulative minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Certificate-seeking students must provide official transcripts of all prior academic work, including military transcripts.
- Masters degree students are required to provide official transcripts from the institution granting the undergraduate degree.
- Academic entrance exams, such as GRE, MAT or GMAT, are not required for admission.
- International students must provide proof of English proficiency (see Trident University Catalog for details).
Transfer Policy
- Transfer students are required to provide official transcripts of all prior academic work without exception.
- Prior academic work will be articulated during the admission process.
- All courses, whether applied to a program or program elective in transfer will be posted to the student’s permanent record.
- Transfer credits will not be included in the calculation of overall GPA.
- Graduate coursework submitted for transfer must have been completed within the prior seven years unless the content is deemed outdated or no longer equivalent or relevant by Trident.
- Trident may accept for transfer to the masters degree up to 30% of graduate level credits from other accredited colleges or universities. All transferred course credits must have a GPA of 3.0 or better.
Courses
Your courses at Trident will be relevant and motivating. As an MS in Human Resource Management student, you will take a variety of classes, including Legal Implications in Human Resource; Staffing, Performance Management and Training; and Employment and Labor Relations. You must complete a total of 36 semester credits of program core and elective coursework. See the Trident University Catalog for full descriptions of all course offerings.
Certificates
The Human Resource Management Graduate Certificate requires four courses (16 credits). See the Trident University Catalog for full descriptions of Certificate course offerings.
Gainful Employment
Disclosure Trident University offers high quality online degrees designed to impart the skills and knowledge required to compete in today’s marketplace for high demand careers. While our mission is to prepare students effectively to pursue career and professional development in their respective fields, finding gainful employment is the individual responsibility of the student. We do not imply or guarantee that students will find employment or be placed in any particular job as a result of completing an educational program.
School Performance Fact Sheet (California Resident Data)
Pursuant to California State Law, Trident University publishes and provides to students residing in California, Performance Fact Sheets to help students make informed decisions regarding their program of interest. The fact sheet for each degree program is filed with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. Regardless of any information students may have relating to completion rates, placement rates, starting salaries, or license exam passage rates, fact sheets contain the information as calculated pursuant to state law. Any questions a student may have regarding this fact sheet that have not been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at: P.O. Box 980818, West Sacramento, CA 95798-0818 | www.bppe.ca.gov | P:888.370.7589 or 916.431.6959 | F:916.263.1897
Tuition and Fees
Tuition cost for the masters program:
| tuition type | per credit | per course |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $510 | $2,040 |
| Retired Military / Veteran / Partnership / And Their Immediate Family Members | $375 | $1,500 |
| Military & Immediate Family Members / Department of Defense Federal Civilian Employees | $325 | $1,300 |
University Fees:
- Bounced Check Fee: $30
- Course Material Fee: $0
- Diploma Copy: $30 (optional)
- Graduation Fee: $150
- Lab Fee: $59 (optional - for students enrolled in courses with a lab portion)
- Official Transcript Fee: $10 (rush fee $35)
- Other Expedited Shipping Fees: varies based on region
- Payment Plan Set-up Fee: $30 (non-refundable)
- Student ID Card: $10 (optional)
- Other fees may apply and are subject to change without advance notice.
Seeking more information on the cost of attending Trident University? Visit Trident’s Financial Aid Resources page where you will find financial aid tools including Trident’s Net Price Calculator and Shopping Sheet, a guide to assist in early financial planning for college.
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Faces of Trident
Meet Your MSHRM Faculty Members
Dr. Peggy Swigart
Department Chair in Human Resources and Criminal Justice Administration - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Dr. Debra Louis
Dean - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Areas of Expertise: Leading virtual teams, cross-cultural communication and leadership...
Dr. Jimmie Flores
Part-time Faculty - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Areas of Expertise: Leadership, online learning, management, organizational systems…
Dr. Carlos Jon
Part-time Faculty - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Dr. Mary Brooks
Part-time Faculty - Glenn R. Jones College of Business
Areas of Expertise: Strategic HR management, organizational development, HR metrics...
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