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The Daniels School will pause admission of a new residential cohort for fall 2027. We remain committed to HR education and serve working professionals through our online MSHRM program. Reach out to learn more about this top 10 online graduate program.

Online MS human Resource Management

Curriculum MS Human Resource Management

Policies don’t change the workplace — people do. The Mitch Daniels School of Business prepares human resource professionals to lead organizations by developing core and specialized skills that will improve organizations, facilitate positive change and increase performance.

36 Credit Hour

program

Our SHRM-aligned curriculum helps students elevate their careers and prepares them to lead people and enhance organizations. You’ll learn to make informed, data-driven decisions from negotiation compensation to leading change that make you a vital member of your desired organization.

> What is an SHRM-aligned curriculum?

Our program curriculum aligns with standards set and reviewed by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). That means our plan of study covers core HR competencies deemed critical for success in the HR field.

When paired with the Daniels School’s data-driven, tech-focused approach, students develop strong HR expertise backed by future-minded thinking. Learn more about Purdue’s student-run chapter of SHRM.

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Your Coursework

MSHRM students must complete 36 hours of coursework including HR fundamentals, industry-specific electives for specialization and general business electives to round out their expertise.

HR Elective Classes


Total Required Credits: 0-14

Alternatively, any graduate-level course not already considered a core course may be selected to meet elective requirements. The above courses are highly suggested by faculty.

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