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

Tuition is Tuition is charged per credit hour and varies based on residency status and course load..

This online master's programme is delivered in a year-round accelerated format and can be completed in 15 months. Students engage in practical simulations and real-world case studies while studying human resources management within a broader management framework. The curriculum focuses on talent acquisition, performance management, HR technology, and compliance with employment laws. It is designed for students seeking to develop strategic HR leadership skills in a flexible, structured environment.

Focus areas include Talent Management, Human Resources Information Systems, HR Compliance, Organizational Planning, Employee Relations, Ethical Leadership.

The programme requires 36 total credits, with 27 credits in core management courses and 9 credits in required concentration courses. Students complete all courses in a fixed sequence over four semesters.

Graduates enter roles such as HR manager, talent acquisition specialist, HR business partner, or compliance officer in corporate, nonprofit, or government organizations.

Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. A minimum GPA of 2.5 is required. Official transcripts and a completed application are needed.

The programme totals about 36 credit hours. Online, accelerated, full-time, 15 months. For international students, tuition is well below the median for US programmes. The institution admits about 83% of applicants.

ECPI University’s current model centers on accelerated, career-focused education. Students can choose diploma, associate, bachelor’s, and master’s degree programs, with many available online, on campus, or in both formats. Five-week terms and year-round scheduling support continuous progress, with bachelor’s degrees available in as little as 2.5 years and associate degrees in as little as 1.5 years, depending on the program, schedule, and applicable transfer credits.

Academic options cover Technology and Engineering Technology, Nursing, Health Science, Business, Criminal Justice, and Culinary Arts. Technology programs include cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, software development, UX and web development, networking, and engineering technology. Nursing pathways include LPN, ADN, and BSN options with labs and clinicals. Health Science offerings include medical assisting, imaging, and physical therapist assistant programs. Business and Criminal Justice programs address administration, analytics, IT management, security, policing, and justice careers.

Students may study at one of ECPI University’s 16 locations or through its online campus. Virginia Beach is the university’s home city, while other listed locations extend across Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, and Texas. Admissions are rolling, with multiple start dates throughout the year. Applicants submit an application and any required transcripts or documents. Transfer credits from accredited institutions are evaluated case by case. Financial aid options may include grants, scholarships, work-study, loans, and military or veteran education benefits.