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Planning for your degree

  • total quarter credits: 45
  • Quarter length: 10 weeks
  • Course length: 10 weeks
  • Break: 3 weeks between quarters
Example sequence Core Specialization Capstone

Course requirements

  • Core 7 courses
  • Specialization 3 courses
  • Capstone 1 course
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HRM5002 Core Survey of Human Resource Management in Practice 4 quarter credits This course is a survey of contemporary perspectives in the field of human resource management. Students apply competencies developed by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in order to support people, the workplace, and an organization. Students integrate legal and ethical standards into human resource policies and practices. Students also address the role of the HR practitioner in the alignment of operational and strategic approaches. Must be taken during the first quarter by students who have been admitted to the MS in Human Resource Management degree program or Human Resource Management graduate certificate program. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. 4 quarter credits
HRM5060 Core Sourcing and Managing Talent in the Workplace 4 quarter credits Students in this course examine contemporary perspectives in recruiting, talent mobility, workforce planning, and performance management. Students select and develop approaches which support employee mobility and performance to advance organizational goals. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in HRM5002; or HRM5310. 4 quarter credits
HRM5070 Core Workplace Learning Strategies for the HR Professional 4 quarter credits Students gain an understanding of the role of the HR professional in applying theories and models of learning, learning styles, and ways to design and manage the learning process and programs to develop talent. Students apply a strategic approach to workplace learning to align with an organization's strategy that will meet the needs of individual contributors, managers, and senior leaders in the organization. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002. 4 quarter credits
HRM5065 Core Employment Law in the Successful Workplace 4 quarter credits Students gain an understanding of the application of U.S. law and legislation to human resource management theory and practice in the modern workplace. Students evaluate historical perspectives on law and labor relations and the impact of context on practice. Students identify the value of aligning of organizational mission, legal compliance and ethical practices. Students also assess methods by which the HRM professional can resolve conflict and defuse or mitigate potentially litigious situations while enhancing productivity. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002. 4 quarter credits
HRM5055 Core Comprehensive Reward Systems 4 quarter credits In this course, students examine compensation models and their application in organizations, which includes both direct and indirect rewards. Students also discuss compensation strategies and their link to designing an effective organization. Students further explore how compensation structures are developed and applied as well as the different strategic roles of rewards in developing an effective workforce. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002. 4 quarter credits
HRM5090 Core Retaining and Engaging Employees for the Modern Workforce 4 quarter credits In this course, students apply models of employee motivation, thriving, and engagement in the workplace to create the employee experience. Students also analyze the ways in which culture, employee and leader behavior impact strategic retention. Finally, students assess the influence of technology and evidence-based practices on employee lifecycle, engagement, and positive employee and organizational outcomes. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002 or HRM5310. 4 quarter credits
HRM5401 Specialization Course The Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Environment of Health Care 4 quarter credits Students in this course study the legal, ethical, and regulatory environment of health care and the impact on human resource management. Students examine health care delivery systems, revenue sources, laws, regulations, ethics, and compliance requirements, including ways to support and mitigate risk in the complex health care environment. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002, HRM5065. 4 quarter credits
HRM5080 Core Evidence-Based Decision Making for HR Professionals 4 quarter credits In this course, students apply evidence-based models of decision making to advocate and support HR strategies and practices. Students use qualitative and quantitative data in HR decision making to influence organizational stakeholders and incorporate storytelling to provide compelling advocacy for HR programs, practices, and projects. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002. 4 quarter credits
HRM5402 Specialization Course Planning, Sourcing, and Developing Talent in Healthcare Organizations 4 quarter credits Students examine talent acquisition, employee development, and workforce planning in healthcare organizations. Students analyze, develop, and apply models and approaches for the unique needs of healthcare talent management. Prerequisite(s): HRM5401 or MHA5014. 4 quarter credits
HRM5403 Specialization Course Transforming the Employee Experience in Health Care 4 quarter credits Students analyze human resource (HR) practices to retain and engage the health care workforce. Students investigate HR's role in organizational transformation and supporting positive patient outcomes by creating a culture of quality, high performing, and engaged employees. Students also strengthen their understanding on how HR supports employee health and wellness. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002, HRM5090, HRM5401. 4 quarter credits
HRM5960 Capstone HRM Capstone: Improving and Transforming HR Practice 5 quarter credits This is an integrative course for students in the MS in Human Resource Management degree program. Students synthesize and integrate the knowledge, competencies, and skills acquired throughout the program by developing and implementing a final project that demonstrates critical thinking, creativity, and practical application of program content. Students apply models and best practices in human resource management to achieve desired project outcomes. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all required coursework. 5 quarter credits
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HRM5055 Core Comprehensive Reward Systems 4 quarter credits In this course, students examine compensation models and their application in organizations, which includes both direct and indirect rewards. Students also discuss compensation strategies and their link to designing an effective organization. Students further explore how compensation structures are developed and applied as well as the different strategic roles of rewards in developing an effective workforce. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002. 4 quarter credits
HRM5002 Core Survey of Human Resource Management in Practice 4 quarter credits This course is a survey of contemporary perspectives in the field of human resource management. Students apply competencies developed by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in order to support people, the workplace, and an organization. Students integrate legal and ethical standards into human resource policies and practices. Students also address the role of the HR practitioner in the alignment of operational and strategic approaches. Must be taken during the first quarter by students who have been admitted to the MS in Human Resource Management degree program or Human Resource Management graduate certificate program. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. 4 quarter credits
HRM5065 Core Employment Law in the Successful Workplace 4 quarter credits Students gain an understanding of the application of U.S. law and legislation to human resource management theory and practice in the modern workplace. Students evaluate historical perspectives on law and labor relations and the impact of context on practice. Students identify the value of aligning of organizational mission, legal compliance and ethical practices. Students also assess methods by which the HRM professional can resolve conflict and defuse or mitigate potentially litigious situations while enhancing productivity. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002. 4 quarter credits
HRM5060 Core Sourcing and Managing Talent in the Workplace 4 quarter credits Students in this course examine contemporary perspectives in recruiting, talent mobility, workforce planning, and performance management. Students select and develop approaches which support employee mobility and performance to advance organizational goals. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in HRM5002; or HRM5310. 4 quarter credits
HRM5070 Core Workplace Learning Strategies for the HR Professional 4 quarter credits Students gain an understanding of the role of the HR professional in applying theories and models of learning, learning styles, and ways to design and manage the learning process and programs to develop talent. Students apply a strategic approach to workplace learning to align with an organization's strategy that will meet the needs of individual contributors, managers, and senior leaders in the organization. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002. 4 quarter credits
HRM5080 Core Evidence-Based Decision Making for HR Professionals 4 quarter credits In this course, students apply evidence-based models of decision making to advocate and support HR strategies and practices. Students use qualitative and quantitative data in HR decision making to influence organizational stakeholders and incorporate storytelling to provide compelling advocacy for HR programs, practices, and projects. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002. 4 quarter credits
HRM5090 Core Retaining and Engaging Employees for the Modern Workforce 4 quarter credits In this course, students apply models of employee motivation, thriving, and engagement in the workplace to create the employee experience. Students also analyze the ways in which culture, employee and leader behavior impact strategic retention. Finally, students assess the influence of technology and evidence-based practices on employee lifecycle, engagement, and positive employee and organizational outcomes. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002 or HRM5310. 4 quarter credits
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HRM5401 Specialization Course The Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Environment of Health Care 4 quarter credits Students in this course study the legal, ethical, and regulatory environment of health care and the impact on human resource management. Students examine health care delivery systems, revenue sources, laws, regulations, ethics, and compliance requirements, including ways to support and mitigate risk in the complex health care environment. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002, HRM5065. 4 quarter credits
HRM5402 Specialization Course Planning, Sourcing, and Developing Talent in Healthcare Organizations 4 quarter credits Students examine talent acquisition, employee development, and workforce planning in healthcare organizations. Students analyze, develop, and apply models and approaches for the unique needs of healthcare talent management. Prerequisite(s): HRM5401 or MHA5014. 4 quarter credits
HRM5403 Specialization Course Transforming the Employee Experience in Health Care 4 quarter credits Students analyze human resource (HR) practices to retain and engage the health care workforce. Students investigate HR's role in organizational transformation and supporting positive patient outcomes by creating a culture of quality, high performing, and engaged employees. Students also strengthen their understanding on how HR supports employee health and wellness. Prerequisite(s): HRM5002, HRM5090, HRM5401. 4 quarter credits
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HRM5960 Capstone HRM Capstone: Improving and Transforming HR Practice 5 quarter credits This is an integrative course for students in the MS in Human Resource Management degree program. Students synthesize and integrate the knowledge, competencies, and skills acquired throughout the program by developing and implementing a final project that demonstrates critical thinking, creativity, and practical application of program content. Students apply models and best practices in human resource management to achieve desired project outcomes. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all required coursework. 5 quarter credits

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Planning for your degree

  • total program points: 22.5
  • Monthly start dates
  • Session length: 12 weeks
Example sequence Core Specialization Capstone

Course requirements

  • Core 7 courses
  • Specialization 3 courses
  • Capstone 1 course
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HRM-FPX5002 Core Survey of Human Resource Management in Practice 2 program points This course is a survey of contemporary perspectives in the field of human resource management. Students apply competencies developed by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in order to support people, the workplace, and an organization. Students integrate legal and ethical standards into human resource policies and practices. Students also address the role of the HR practitioner in the alignment of operational and strategic approaches. Must be taken during the first quarter by students who have been admitted to the MS in Human Resource Management degree program, FlexPath option. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5060 Core Sourcing and Managing Talent in the Workplace 2 program points StudentsIn this course examine contemporary perspectives in recruiting, talent mobility, workforce planning, and performance management. Students select and develop approaches which support employee mobility and performance to advance organizational goals. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in HRM-FPX5002 or completion of HRM-FPX5310. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5070 Core Workplace Learning Strategies for the HR Professional 2 program points Students gain an understanding of the role of the HR professional in applying theories and models of learning, learning styles, and ways to design and manage the learning process and programs to develop talent. Students apply a strategic approach to workplace learning to align with an organization's strategy that will meet the needs of individual contributors, managers, and senior leaders in the organization. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5065 Core Employment Law in the Successful Workplace 2 program points Students gain an understanding of the application of U.S. law and legislation to human resource management theory and practice in the modern workplace. Students evaluate historical perspectives on law and labor relations and the impact of context on practice. Students identify the value of aligning organizational mission, legal compliance, and ethical practices. Students also assess methods by which the HRM professional can resolve conflict and defuse or mitigate potentially litigious situations while enhancing productivity. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5055 Core Comprehensive Reward Systems 2 program points In this course, students examine compensation models and their application in organizations, which includes both direct and indirect rewards. Students also discuss compensation strategies and their link to designing an effective organization. Students further explore how compensation structures are developed and applied as well as the different strategic roles of rewards in developing an effective workforce. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5090 Core Retaining and Engaging Employees for the Modern Workforce 2 program points In this course, students apply models of employee motivation, thriving, and engagement in the workplace to create the employee experience. Students also analyze the ways in which culture, employee and leader behavior impact strategic retention. Finally, students assess the influence of technology and evidence-based practices on employee lifecycle, engagement, and positive employee and organizational outcomes. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002 or HRM-FPX5310. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5401 Specialization Course The Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Environment of Health Care 2 program points Students in this course study the legal, ethical, and regulatory environment of health care and the impact on human resource management. Students examine health care delivery systems, revenue sources, laws, regulations, ethics, and compliance requirements, including ways to support and mitigate risk in the complex health care environment. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002, HRM-FPX5065. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5080 Core Evidence-Based Decision Making for HR Professionals 2 program points In this course, students apply evidence-based models of decision making to advocate and support HR strategies and practices. Students use qualitative and quantitative data in HR decision making to influence organizational stakeholders and incorporate storytelling to provide compelling advocacy for HR programs, practices, and projects. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5402 Specialization Course Planning, Sourcing, and Developing Talent in Healthcare Organizations 2 program points Students examine talent acquisition, employee development, and workforce planning in healthcare organizations. Students analyze, develop, and apply models and approaches for the unique needs of healthcare talent management. Prerequisite: HRM-FPX5060, HRM- FPX5401 or MHA-FPX5014. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5403 Specialization Course Transforming the Employee Experience in Health Care 2 program points Students analyze human resource (HR) practices to retain and engage the health care workforce. Students investigate HR's role in organizational transformation and supporting positive patient outcomes by creating a culture of quality, high performing, and engaged employees. Students also strengthen their understanding on how HR supports employee health and wellness. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002, HRM-FPX5090, HRM-FPX5401. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5960 Capstone HRM Capstone: Improving and Transforming HR Practice 2.5 program points This is an integrative course for students in the MS in Human Resource Management degree program. Students synthesize and integrate the knowledge, competencies, and skills acquired throughout the program by developing and implementing a final project that demonstrates critical thinking, creativity, and practical application of program content. Students apply models and best practices in human resource management to achieve desired project outcomes. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all required coursework. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. 2.5 program points

Core course requirements

Choose 14 program points in the core courses category. Choose from the courses shown below.

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HRM-FPX5002 Core Survey of Human Resource Management in Practice 2 program points This course is a survey of contemporary perspectives in the field of human resource management. Students apply competencies developed by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) in order to support people, the workplace, and an organization. Students integrate legal and ethical standards into human resource policies and practices. Students also address the role of the HR practitioner in the alignment of operational and strategic approaches. Must be taken during the first quarter by students who have been admitted to the MS in Human Resource Management degree program, FlexPath option. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5060 Core Sourcing and Managing Talent in the Workplace 2 program points StudentsIn this course examine contemporary perspectives in recruiting, talent mobility, workforce planning, and performance management. Students select and develop approaches which support employee mobility and performance to advance organizational goals. Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent registration in HRM-FPX5002 or completion of HRM-FPX5310. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5070 Core Workplace Learning Strategies for the HR Professional 2 program points Students gain an understanding of the role of the HR professional in applying theories and models of learning, learning styles, and ways to design and manage the learning process and programs to develop talent. Students apply a strategic approach to workplace learning to align with an organization's strategy that will meet the needs of individual contributors, managers, and senior leaders in the organization. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5065 Core Employment Law in the Successful Workplace 2 program points Students gain an understanding of the application of U.S. law and legislation to human resource management theory and practice in the modern workplace. Students evaluate historical perspectives on law and labor relations and the impact of context on practice. Students identify the value of aligning organizational mission, legal compliance, and ethical practices. Students also assess methods by which the HRM professional can resolve conflict and defuse or mitigate potentially litigious situations while enhancing productivity. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5055 Core Comprehensive Reward Systems 2 program points In this course, students examine compensation models and their application in organizations, which includes both direct and indirect rewards. Students also discuss compensation strategies and their link to designing an effective organization. Students further explore how compensation structures are developed and applied as well as the different strategic roles of rewards in developing an effective workforce. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5090 Core Retaining and Engaging Employees for the Modern Workforce 2 program points In this course, students apply models of employee motivation, thriving, and engagement in the workplace to create the employee experience. Students also analyze the ways in which culture, employee and leader behavior impact strategic retention. Finally, students assess the influence of technology and evidence-based practices on employee lifecycle, engagement, and positive employee and organizational outcomes. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002 or HRM-FPX5310. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5080 Core Evidence-Based Decision Making for HR Professionals 2 program points In this course, students apply evidence-based models of decision making to advocate and support HR strategies and practices. Students use qualitative and quantitative data in HR decision making to influence organizational stakeholders and incorporate storytelling to provide compelling advocacy for HR programs, practices, and projects. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002. 2 program points

Specialization course requirements

Complete at least 6 program points from the specialization courses shown below.

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HRM-FPX5401 Specialization Course The Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Environment of Health Care 2 program points Students in this course study the legal, ethical, and regulatory environment of health care and the impact on human resource management. Students examine health care delivery systems, revenue sources, laws, regulations, ethics, and compliance requirements, including ways to support and mitigate risk in the complex health care environment. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002, HRM-FPX5065. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5402 Specialization Course Planning, Sourcing, and Developing Talent in Healthcare Organizations 2 program points Students examine talent acquisition, employee development, and workforce planning in healthcare organizations. Students analyze, develop, and apply models and approaches for the unique needs of healthcare talent management. Prerequisite: HRM-FPX5060, HRM- FPX5401 or MHA-FPX5014. 2 program points
HRM-FPX5403 Specialization Course Transforming the Employee Experience in Health Care 2 program points Students analyze human resource (HR) practices to retain and engage the health care workforce. Students investigate HR's role in organizational transformation and supporting positive patient outcomes by creating a culture of quality, high performing, and engaged employees. Students also strengthen their understanding on how HR supports employee health and wellness. Prerequisite(s): HRM-FPX5002, HRM-FPX5090, HRM-FPX5401. 2 program points
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HRM-FPX5960 Capstone HRM Capstone: Improving and Transforming HR Practice 2.5 program points This is an integrative course for students in the MS in Human Resource Management degree program. Students synthesize and integrate the knowledge, competencies, and skills acquired throughout the program by developing and implementing a final project that demonstrates critical thinking, creativity, and practical application of program content. Students apply models and best practices in human resource management to achieve desired project outcomes. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all required coursework. Cannot be fulfilled by transfer or credit for prior learning. 2.5 program points

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