Master in Human Resource Management
Online MHRM Quick Facts
Total Credits:
30
Average completion:
2.5 years
Format:
Part time, 100% online
Next start date:
1/13/2025
SHRM-Aligned HR Master’s Degree
The online Master of Human Resource Management degree at the GW School of Business equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to excel in human capital management, a critical factor in organizational success.
Our core MHRM courses cover strategic HR management, leadership development and performance management, with electives in areas such as talent acquisition and employment law.
Earn Your SHRM-CP Credential
The curriculum aligns with SHRM’s Body of Competency and Knowledge to provide a strong foundation in HR practices. In addition, the program offers students the chance to take the SHRM-CP exam before they graduate, giving them a valuable credential that helps them stand out in the job market.
Become a Master of Human Capital Management
The median annual starting salary for HR managers is $136,350.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Online MHRM Program Outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Human Resource Management program will be equipped to:
- Implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Foster workplace inclusion through diversity initiatives.
- Develop employee growth programs that boost performance.
- Lead change initiatives using proven management techniques.
- Ensure compliance with employment law and mitigate risks.
- Earn the SHRM-CP credential for a competitive job market advantage.
- Lead in HR by applying advanced human capital and leadership theories.
Boost your career potential: 22% of HR manager jobs require a master’s degree
Source: Lightcast, labor market data analytics provider
Learning Without Limits: A Flexible HR Master’s
Our Master of Human Resource Management digital courses combine live sessions with self-paced online coursework, which features content such as videos, podcasts and animations.
Each course includes a weekly one-hour live classroom session for real-time interaction with faculty and peers. These sessions take place during evenings or weekends, and recordings are made available for future reference.
This blend of digital and live sessions maximizes learning while accommodating varied schedules.