Master in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration (Master's)

For Master in Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration (Master's), tuition is Apply at no cost when you submit your application for our August 31 session..

Graduates are qualified to pursue advanced roles in human resources management and organizational leadership. The programme focuses on applying HR strategies to real business challenges using current industry tools and legal frameworks. Students engage in hands-on projects involving talent recruitment, policy development, and HR technology evaluation. The curriculum integrates artificial intelligence applications and federal employment law into daily HR practices.

Focus areas include Compensation, Employment Law, Human Resources, AI and Technology, Managing International Human Resources, Managing Organizational Change, Strategic Human Resource Management.

The programme requires 39 credits distributed across coursework and applied projects. Students complete a series of core courses focused on HR functions, technology, and leadership, with no separate dissertation or capstone requirement.

Graduates enter roles such as HR manager, compensation and benefits manager, talent acquisition manager, or organizational development specialist.

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. No specific GPA or test scores are required. Required documents include official transcripts and a completed application.

The programme totals about 39 credit hours. Online, full-time or part-time; typically completed in 12 to 26 months depending on enrollment pace. For international students, tuition is below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 89% of applicants.

Dr. Herman DeVry founded DeVry University in 1931 with a mission to rethink how students learn. His work as the inventor of the first portable silent motion picture projector shaped the institution's early focus on innovation. Over nearly a century, DeVry has grown into a university offering online college programs and career-focused education. Its curriculum is designed around practical skills and preparation for changing workplaces.

Academic options include undergraduate certificates, associate degrees, bachelor's degrees, graduate certificates, and master's degrees. Programs and specializations span technology fields such as cybersecurity, information technology, and networking; business areas including accounting, human resources, and project management; and healthcare subjects such as healthcare administration and medical billing and coding. The Keller Graduate School of Management provides additional graduate degree and certificate options. Artificial intelligence is incorporated through real-world AI tools and AI-powered learning assistants in courses.

Students can study online and choose from sessions that start every eight weeks. Experienced faculty, admissions guidance, and DeVry Care provide support from initial contact through graduation and beyond. Qualifying students may transfer eligible credit hours, while scholarships, grants, and employer tuition reimbursement can help reduce costs. International students should note the university's online format and career-centered approach when considering how its programs fit their academic and professional plans.