Human Resources Management

• The degree features leading-edge competencies that align with trends that are reshaping the human resources industry, including: Digital HR, Artificial Intelligence for Human Resources, Global Talent Management, Project Management, Leadership, and Organizational Communication – giving students the opportunity to tailor their studies to support their specific career objectives
• In the Master’s in Human Resources Management program, students will gain real-world experience through Northeastern’s signature experiential learning model, which gives them a competitive advantage in the growing job market
• XN/short-term consulting projects with employers as well as career coaching opportunities provide a differentiating experience to the program
• Applicants with HR Certification Institute and the Society of Human Resource Management certifications can receive transfer credit for up to 6QH which maps to specific HRM courses
• Courses taught by experienced human resources professionals
• The Master’s in Human Resources Management program is available in a 100% online format, giving students the flexibility they need to master the complexities of the human resources field

About the SHRM, HRCI, and AIHR Certification Transfer Credit Opportunities:

Why consider a graduate degree in Human Resources Management from Northeastern University? We recognize the knowledge and HR competencies demonstrated by those who have earned their SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR or AIHR certifications. As a result, credential-holders have the unique opportunity to accelerate through a Northeastern University degree.

Successful applicants for a master's degree program with their SHRM-CP or PHR:

• Will receive 3 quarter hours of transfer credit - a 6% savings in tuition.
• Will be able to earn a master’s degree by completing 14 courses, rather than 15.
• Transfer credit is awarded for the following course: HRM 6015 Introduction to Human Resources Management.

Successful applicants for a master's degree program with their SHRM-SCP or SPHR:

• Will receive 6 quarter hours of transfer credit - a 13% savings in tuition.
• Will be able to earn a master’s degree by completing 13 courses, rather than 15.
• Transfer credit is awarded for the following courses: HRM 6015 Introduction to Human Resources Management and HRM 6005 Creating a High-Performance Organization.

Successful applicants for a master's degree program with their AIHR:

• Will receive up to 12 quarter hours of transfer credit - a 27% savings in tuition.
• Will be able to earn a master’s degree by completing 11 courses, rather than 15.
• Transfer credit is awarded for the following courses: HRM 6025 Workforce Analytics, HRM 6035 Digital HR, HRM 6042 Strategic Workforce Planning, HRM 6020 Talent Acquisition.