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Program Description
Empower your leadership skills with a comprehensive education in the fundamental principles of human resources and labor relations. With a focus on understanding human resource data, political and legal environments, and interdisciplinary perspectives, you'll gain valuable insights into managing human resources effectively.
Admissions Process
Applicants for the program must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Monte Ahuja College of Business.
Application Requirements for following program are as follows:
- Application Form
- Cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Resume
- Statement of Interest
May 15 | October 15 | April 1
Program Director: Dr. Tracy Porter
Phone: 216-687-4754
Email: t.h.porter@csuohio.edu
The MHRM program consists of a minimum of thirty-three semester hours beyond the baccalaureate degree. The program is delivered entirely online to accommodate all students, including those who are currently working. While a majority of enrollees are part-time students, the program also enrolls many full-time students. Full-time students usually take three semesters to complete the degree.
The program is divided into four components:
Required Core Courses
(24 credits)
The following are required for all MHRM students:
- MGT 600 - HRM Metrics and Analytics
- MGT 601 - Managing Human Resources
- MGT 605 - Organizational Development
- MGT 640 - Total Rewards, Compensation and Benefits
- MGT 641 - Staffing and Performance Management
- MGT 651 - Collective Bargaining
- MGT 652 - Human Resource Development
- MGT 661 - Strategic Human Resource Management
Elective Courses
(9 credits)
Students select an additional nine credit hours of 500-/600-level MGT courses to complete the requirements for the degree. Students may also take courses outside of the department, but must be chosen with prior consent of the student’s advisor.
Electives offered within the Department of Management include the following:
- MGT 501 - Management & Organizational Behavior
- MGT 504 - Organizational Theory & Design
- MGT 522 - Labor Law
- MGT 531 - Employment Practices Law
- ENT 643 - Business Model Design
- MGT 557 - Human Resources Information Systems
- MGT 577 - Managerial Skill Development
- MGT 587 - International Management
- MGT 602 - Advanced Wage & Employment Theory
- MGT 603 - Organizational Diagnostics
- MGT 604 - Leadership and Interpersonal Effectiveness
- MGT 686 - Current Problems In Management & Labor Relations
- MGT 690 - Professional Internship
- MGT 698 - Independent Study
Human Resource Professional Credentials
All students admitted into the MHRM program will be required to take either the HRCI or the SHRM credentialing examinations. This will be taken in their last semester of study and is paid for by the college. Students documenting current PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification may have this requirement waived.
Internships
Internships are available to students to provide an opportunity to gain practical experience in human resources or labor relations.
Career Opportunities
A Master of Human Resource Management (MHRM) equips graduates with advanced expertise in workforce strategy, employee relations, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness, preparing them for high-demand careers in human resources and labor relations, including:
- Human Resources Manager – Overseeing recruitment, employee relations, compensation, training, and organizational policies to support business goals.
- Talent Acquisition Specialist – Managing recruitment strategies, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and workforce planning to attract top talent.
- Employee Relations Specialist – Resolving workplace conflicts, supporting employee engagement, and ensuring positive labor-management relationships.
- Compensation and Benefits Manager – Designing competitive salary structures, benefits programs, and reward systems to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
- Training and Development Manager – Creating professional development initiatives, leadership training, and workforce learning programs.
- Labor Relations Specialist – Supporting collective bargaining processes, contract negotiations, and compliance with labor laws and regulations.
- Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) Analyst – Managing HR technologies, employee data systems, and workforce analytics to improve organizational decision-making.
Through its fully online and flexible format, the MHRM program prepares students with practical skills in analytics, leadership, labor relations, and organizational strategy while supporting career advancement opportunities across industries. Internships and professional credentialing opportunities, including SHRM and HRCI certification preparation, further enhance graduates’ professional readiness.
Our Office of Career Development and Exploration is willing to work with you in exploring your career paths.
Tuition and Financial Aid
Our institution is committed to making education accessible. We offer:
- Scholarships – Merit-based and need-based options for eligible students.
- Grants – Financial support that does not require repayment.
- Work-Study Programs – Opportunities for students to earn while they learn.
- Financial Aid Forms – Flexible repayment plans to suit different needs.
For detailed information on tuition fees and financial aid eligibility, visit our official website or contact our financial aid office.
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