Master of Science in Human Resources Management

With the increasing demand for academic credentials in the human resources field, adult learners need high-quality, accessible degree options they can complete while they continue to work. This is why Thomas Edison State College offers the Master of Science in Human Resources Management, a degree for professionals in human resources. Drawing on extensive research about what makes effective human resources practitioners, we’ve identified the human resources competencies that will make a difference in your career. The program offers adult students a course of study that is grounded in current best practices and will prepare you to become a strategic partner within your organization.

Subject Category	Credits
I. Core Courses	27
HRM-530 Human Resources Management	3
ORR-510  Organizational Research	3
HRM-540 Lifestyle Benefits and Compensation in the New Millennium	3
HRM-550 Strategic Recruiting, Retention and Succession Planning	3
HRM-560 Intellectual Capital and the Workplace Learner	3
HRM-570 The Effectiveness of a Market Connected Culture	3
HRM-600 Managing the Human Resources Enterprise	3
HRM-610 Human Resources as a Strategic Partner	3
HRM-620 The Legal and Ethical Environment of Human Resources	3
II. Electives	6
Students select electives from other Thomas Edison State College online courses, develop graduate Prior Learning Assessment portfolios. Students may transfer up to 6 graduate credits from other regionally accredited institutions or apply up to 6 credits recommended by the American Council on Education (ACE).
III. Capstone Project	3
May be group or individual
Total	36

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