Support a Diverse Workforce

Become an expert in HR Management

Enhance your use of analytical techniques and theories so you can tackle challenges in a dynamic work environment and establish plans that promote employee welfare. Webster University’s Human Resources Management master’s degree teaches you to think critically about how your company can support a diverse workforce and implement inventive policies to boost employee performance and involvement.

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Why a master’s in Human Resources Management from Webster?

Prepare to manage today’s workforce

Develop your skills to motivate a diverse employee population and become an in-demand leader. This program is ideal for:

• Mid-level employees seeking a leadership role within their organization
• HR professionals who want to become SHRM-certified

Build your HR skillset

Through coursework on staffing, training and development, and employment law, you can deepen your existing knowledge and skills to inspire and empower people to be their best. Graduate with the skills to:

• Develop solutions for complex, people-centric problems.
• Analyze industry trends.
• Integrate people, information and communication technologies, and business processes in support of your organization’s strategic goals.

Classes focused on real-world HR challenges

You’ll complete 36 credit hours of core and elective classes for the Master of Arts in Human Resources Management. The core curriculum encompasses a wide range of topics, including cultural diversity, employee motivation, fair compensation structures, performance evaluations, talent acquisition and organizational downsizing. Additionally, you’ll choose elective courses based on your professional interests and career aspirations.

Your course list

The 36 credit hours required for the MA in Human Resources Management includes:

Designed for flexibility

Take classes online through Webster University Online or in person at select campuses across the United States and abroad, full-time or part-time—Webster’s MA in Human Resources Management is designed with you in mind. Work toward your professional goals while balancing your other obligations.

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Achieve your personal and professional goals

We’re here to help

Webster is committed to your success. You'll never be alone as you pursue your Master of Arts in Human Resources Management.

• Faculty members provide personalized support, thanks to Webster's intentionally small classes.
• Tutors and other academic support staff help you tackle particularly tough assignments and classes.
• A global education broadens your perspective and gives you both the knowledge and experience to thrive, no matter where you are.

Nationally recognized for quality

Earn your ACBSP-accredited Human Resources Management master’s from Webster, an independent, nonprofit university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).

Professors. Mentors. Career connectors.

Whether you attend class in person or online, you’ll receive personal mentorship from esteemed faculty members—many of whom are still employed in the HR field.

What sets Webster apart?

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