Master of Human Resource Management
Master of Human Resource Management
Advance your career as a strategic leader in human resources with a Master's in Human Resource Management (MHRM) at the George Washington School of Business (GWSB). Designed to address the changing needs of today’s workforce, the program incorporates the latest human capital theories and innovative practices in team leadership, leadership development and human performance management. Develop the human resources management skills to unleash employee potential; address the remote/hybrid work challenge; develop a robust diversity, equity and inclusion program; and lead organizational change. Explore emerging HR topics such as upskilling and adapting to a workforce increasingly reshaped by technology and AI. Our program prepares students to take the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) exam before finishing their degree, another way to enhancing one's career competitiveness.
Issued by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), the SHRM Academic Alignment Program provides participants with a competitive advantage over peers, enabling students studying a Master's Degree in Human Resource Management to take the SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) exam before finishing their degree. Additionally, the SHRM Recertification status indicates that GW is a provider of choice.
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Program Features
Full-time or Part-time
Pursue this degree at your own pace. Average completion time: 1.5 years (full-time) or 2 years (part-time). Entry semester: fall or spring.
Dedicated Career Coaching
Our Fowler Career Center and Careers360 program connect you with employers and mentors in consulting, finance, and marketing.
Dual Degree Programs
Pursue this master's degree while also earning your MBA.
Global and Experiential Learning
Options for short-term overseas study and experiential education.
See Where Our Graduates Have Landed
GWSB’s extensive network of over 60,000 graduates spans 260+ organizations across the public and private sector and around the world. Our alumni regularly connect with current students and fellow alumni, attend events, mentor, and help GWSB evolve and expand. It’s this involvement by our graduates that truly contributes to the success of the school.
- Amazon
- Chevron
- Deloitte
- Lilly
- Microsoft
"Never put your career on the back burner. It's always good to think about the future."
Guadalupe
Master of Human Resource Management '23
Explore This Program
The curriculum prepares students to be experts in effectively managing human capital with knowledge of HR analytics, employee relations, organizational culture and performance and diversity management to drive change, be an effective leader and mitigate social and organizational dynamics. This program studies the theory and analysis of the latest human capital theories, challenging students to solve real-world scenarios. Students in this HR program will be shaped to be the next generation of strategic leaders and in-house practitioners, external consultants or seasoned professionals.
Sample Courses Below (* indicates an elective course)
Advanced HR Principles
- Strategic Human Resource Management
- Emerging Topics in Human Resource Management
- Organizations and Human Capital
Leadership Development
- Leading Teams
- Leadership and Executive Development
- Creativity and Innovation
Performance & Negotiation
- Performance Management and Development
- Conflict Management and Negotiations*
- Employment Law and Ethics*
Total Credits: 30 | Commitment: Part-Time or Full-Time | Location: In-Person or Online
Length of Program: Expected completion for the full-time program is under two years
Pursue This Program Online
This degree program can be pursued entirely online, allowing you to complete your course requirements in your free time while maintaining a full-time job. Our online students utilize the same course materials as our on-campus students.
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Admissions Team
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Faculty Director
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Academic Advisor
Why GW Business?
Located in the heart of the nation’s capital, the Master of Human Resource Management program offers access to a vibrant job market, including leading HR consultancies, multinational corporations, and a variety of industry associations and government agencies. Through a curriculum taught by leading professionals and researchers — complemented by practical experiences and networking opportunities — you will gain insight and the competitive skill set necessary to successfully lead and manage talent in today’s dynamic global workplace. The program offers both full-time and part-time as well as hybrid and online study options, providing the flexibility to fit your professional and personal commitments in Washington, D.C.
