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Human Resource Management MBA Specialization Overview
MBA students specializing in HR can create strategic human resource plans, initiatives, and activities to meet organizational needs and significantly impact the success of an organization. We’ve researched and designed specialized coursework covering the latest HR best practices and management strategies. Everything learned in the classroom is hands on and about applying theory. Key topic areas include creating and implementing strategic human resources initiatives; evaluating the effectiveness and financial impact of human resource activities; talent recruitment, training, development, management, reward and retention strategies; effective labor relations practices; and creating healthy, safe, and compliant work environments.
Curriculum
The graduation requirement for the Ashland University MBA program is 30 credits, which includes 18 credits of core courses.
Human Resources Management Specialization Courses
- MBA 550 – Fundamentals of Human Resource Management
- MBA 552 – Training and Development
- MBA 553 – Compensation and Benefits
Who Will Benefit From This Program?
No matter if you’re already in an HR focused career or not, any student who is interested in making a positive strategic impact on every part of an organization will benefit from this program. If you enjoy creating systems and procedures to recruit, select, motivate, assess, grow, and retain employees, the HR specialization will take you down the pathway towards managerial or leadership positions within any company. For those interested in national HR certification examinations, this specialization prepares students to take the PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or the SPHR (Senior Professional in Human Resources) from the Human Resources Certification Institute as well as the SHRM-CP (Certified Professional) and SHRM-SCP (Senior Certified Professional) from the Society of Human Resource Management. Career opportunities for those pursuing the HR Specialization include but are not limited to private corporations, government agencies, non-profits, and colleges.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Depending on how many credits you choose to take per semester, you may either finish the program in 1 year, 18 months, 2 years, or 3 years.
The cost per course in the MBA program is $3,030 or $1,010 per credit hour. The total number of courses depends on your knowledge and experience. There are financing options available through the Financial Aid Office.
Yes, the Master of Business Administration program is accredited by both the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), providing strong evidence of the quality of our programs and our commitment to a student-centered teaching and learning approach.
You must have an undergraduate degree and some of the specialization courses have prerequisites.
The Blackboard Learning Management System is used for all courses. It includes videos, syllabi, assignments, communication options and a multitude of tools to help you be successful.