Master of Business Administration in Human Resource Management
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Human Resource Management by the Numbers
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Top 5%
Business Programs Worldwide
Southeast’s AACSB Accreditation puts us in the top 5% of business programs worldwide.
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$154K
Human Resources Managers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national median annual salary for human resources managers is $154,740.
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$94K
Labor Relations Specialists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national median annual salary for labor relations specialists is $94,620.
We value your experience and potential. Our admissions criteria are designed to welcome students with a range of backgrounds and experiences. Whether you have years of managerial work experience, a healthcare provider license, or recognized professional certifications, we have a place for you.
Individuals admitted to the MBA program must have an undergraduate degree from an AACSB-accredited business program or have satisfactorily completed the equivalent course work from an accredited institution.
Students without a foundation knowledge base in business and economics, yet meeting other admission requirements, may receive provisional admission to the MBA program. Regular admission status may be granted upon completion of prerequisite coursework.
In addition to the criteria established for general admission to graduate studies, there are departmental criteria. Applicants are eligible for admission if they qualify under one of the following scenarios:
- Bachelor’s degree* with GPA of ≥ 3.0
- Graduate degree*
- Bachelor’s degree* with a GPA of 2.5 to 2.99
- Regular Admission with documentation** of one of the following:
- 5 years of managerial work experience.
- an active healthcare provider license.
- recognized professional certification.
- Probationary Admission otherwise. Students admitted with probationary status will need to complete the first 9 graduate credit hours with grades of B or better.
- Regular Admission with documentation** of one of the following:
- Individuals with a bachelor’s degree* GPA under 2.5 may be considered for Probationary Admission with additional documentation** demonstrating the applicant’s preparation for graduate school.
*Degrees earned from a U.S.A. regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent.
**Decisions about admission based upon the evaluation of a detailed resume, a healthcare provider license, professional certification, or additional documentation would be made at the discretion of the Director – Graduate Business Studies. The healthcare provider license should be something like nursing, pharmacist, etc. that has recognized standards and requires continuing education. Examples of professional certifications include PMI Project Management, Six Sigma Green Belt, SHRM Certified Professional, Charter Financial Analyst, Certified Financial Planner, Certified Scrum Master, etc.
Our updated curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including talent management, organizational behavior, employee relations, labor law, and strategic leadership. Through rigorous coursework, you'll learn to navigate the complex dynamics of human resources, address challenges facing modern organizations, and develop strategies to enhance employee engagement and drive organizational success.
Required Courses
- BA600 Organizational Behavior in Practice (3)
- BA620 Quantitative and Qualitative Research Methods (3)
- BA630 Integrated Decision Information Systems (3)
- BA650 Strategic Decision Making (3)
- BA651 Strategic Marketing (3)
- BA660 Strategic Cost Analysis and Financial Applications (3)
- BA668 The Financial Environment (3)
Choose one with the advice of the program coordinator:
- GR698 Master’s Final Comprehensive Examination (0)
- GR699 Master’s Oral Examination (0)
Human Resource Management Option
Required courses:
- MG566 Legal and Union Issues in Human Resources (3)
- MG586 Human Resource Strategy and Analytics (3)
Choose 6 hours:
- BA601-605 Business Essentials prerequisite courses – up to 3 hours may count in the elective area
- BA656 Applied Human Resource Management (3)
- BA657 Applied Research Project (3)^
- MG516 Acquiring Talent (3)
- MG536 Compensating Talent (3)
^ Must be in the Human Resource Management area
**BA601-605 Business Essentials prerequisite courses – up to 3 hours may count in the elective area
*The Applied Research Project must be in the accounting area
Save Time and Tuition
- No Business Degree? No Problem! You don't need an undergraduate business degree to join our MBA program. Our Business Essentials Course is here to bridge the gap, providing you with the foundational knowledge needed to thrive.
- Flexible Credit Application: Apply up to 3 credit hours from our Online Business Essentials Courses directly to the required 33 credit hours for the MBA. It's about recognizing your efforts and integrating them into your path to success.
Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)
We think you should get credit for the real-world experience you have earned. SEMO offers a variety of opportunities for PLA. This accelerates your degree completion and cuts costs. In addition to traditional credit by examination or military-related credit, our academic departments and programs provide opportunities to earn credits based on your existing experience.
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