Master of Business Administration in Human Resources Management Online
Gain a broad-based background in human resources with the understanding and skills to become a leader in business and administration.
Take a look at our online human resources management MBA
The curriculum in our Master of Business Administration in Human Resources Management online program focuses on participatory learning through online class discussions and collaborative learning groups. Courses are designed and taught by the same degreed Fitchburg State faculty who teach on campus.
The MBA in Human Resources Management gives you the essential tools required for leadership roles in HR, recruitment, risk management, employee training and development, and more.
Human resources managers will be in high demand through 2026, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Jobs are projected to increase by 9% for roles that include a median annual salary of more than $110,000.
With the MBA in HR Management, you will be fully prepared for senior-level roles, such as:
- Employee Relations Manager
- VP of Human Resources
- Senior HR Consultant
- Compensation and Benefits Manager
- HR Specialist
- HR Manager
- Employee Relations Manager
- VP of Human Resources
- Senior HR Consultant
- Compensation and Benefits Manager
- HR Specialist
- HR Manager
With the MBA in HR Management, you will be fully prepared for senior-level roles, such as:
- Employee Relations Manager
- VP of Human Resources
- Senior HR Consultant
- Compensation and Benefits Manager
- HR Specialist
- HR Manager
- Employee Relations Manager
- VP of Human Resources
- Senior HR Consultant
- Compensation and Benefits Manager
- HR Specialist
- HR Manager
Accreditation
MBA programs at Fitchburg State are accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).
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Fitchburg State offers a variety of specialized MBA options. Check out all of our MBA online programs.
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Pay for your online program by the course
Our MBA in Human Resources Management online program offers affordable, pay-by-the-course tuition, which is the same for in-state and out-of-state students. All fees are included.
Tuition breakdown:
Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
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MBA in HR Management | $417 | $1,251 | $12,510 |
- Application fee: $50
- Visit the student accounts website for a breakdown of tuition and fees
- If you are applying for financial aid, please use School Code 002184. For further information, please contact Financial Aid at (978) 665-3302 or [email protected].
Tuition breakdown:
Know our application deadlines and class schedules
Fitchburg State online programs are delivered in an accelerated format ideal for working professionals, conveniently featuring multiple start dates each year.
Now enrolling:
Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Intent to Enroll Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline | Drop For Non Pay | Last Class Day |
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Summer A | 5/16/22 | 4/15/22 | 4/25/22 | 5/2/22 | 5/9/22 | 5/10/22 | 5/11/22 | 7/4/22 |
Summer B | 7/11/22 | 6/10/22 | 6/20/22 | 6/27/22 | 7/4/22 | 7/5/22 | 7/6/22 | 8/28/22 |
Fall A | 9/2/22 | 7/30/22 | 8/9/22 | 8/16/22 | 8/23/22 | 8/24/22 | 8/25/22 | 10/20/22 |
Fall B | 10/28/22 | 9/20/22 | 10/1/22 | 10/8/22 | 10/18/22 | 10/19/22 | 10/20/22 | 12/16/22 |
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See the qualifications for our online human resources management MBA program
At Fitchburg State, we’ve streamlined the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. Please read the requirements for the MBA in Human Resources Management online, including what additional materials you need and where you should send them.
Admissions Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- GPA not less than 2.8 on undergrad coursework
- Resume detailing professional experience
You must meet the following requirements to be eligible for admission.
- Submit graduate application and $50 application fee
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution, with official transcripts
- Overall undergraduate GPA of not less than 2.8
- Official transcripts of graduate-level coursework from a regionally accredited institution (if applicable)*
- Professional resume
- Students with undergraduate GPAs of less than 2.8 may also be considered for admission based on their professional work experience and a letter of recommendation
- No GMAT is required
Dual Concentration Options
Students
with a GPA of 3.0 or higher who are currently enrolled in the MBA
program may request to enroll in one additional concentration after
their first semester. Students who have been approved for a dual
concentration must:
- Complete the course requirements for each concentration (completed courses can only be counted once toward one concentration)
- Meet the requirements for the catalog year in which their dual concentration is approved
Dual Concentration Request Form
To submit official documents by mail, send them to:
Admissions Office
160 Pearl Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420
International Students:
- An English Proficiency test is required for natives of non-English speaking countries (see options below)
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended*
- General Foreign Credit Evaluation for degrees and coursework taken outside of the United States
- GPA of not less than 2.5
- Application fee ($50)
- Personal Statement/Statement of Purpose (300 word minimum)
*All foreign transcripts must be formally evaluated before we are able to make an admissions decision. Graduate applicants are required to submit a "general" evaluation. We accept international evaluations from any NACES or AICE members or the Center for Educational Documentation (CED).
The following are suggested organizations which provide foreign credential evaluation services:
- The Center for Educational Documentation
- The World Education Services
- Educational Credential Evaluators
English Language Proficiency - Applicants can demonstrate English proficiency by submitting official test scores from one of the following approved exams:
- TOEFL - minimum score requires TOEFL iBT 79, paper based-TOEFL 550
- IEFLTS - minimum score required 6.5 overall band score
- Duolingo English Test - minimum score required 105
- PTE Academic Test - minimum score required 58
You are encouraged to contact the Fitchburg State International Admissions department if additional information is needed at 978-665-4399 or [email protected].
U.S. citizens with foreign education (from a non-English speaking country) will need to follow the international admission requirements (English proficiency testing excluded). Students in the U.S. on an F-1 student visa are not eligible for the program. I-20s are not issued for online programs.
TOEFL Code: 3518
IELTS Code: No code; please select Fitchburg State as a recipient.
Advance your knowledge in these online human resources management courses
For the MBA in Human Resources Management online, the curriculum is comprised of 10 courses covering 30 credit hours, including 18 hours of advanced core requirements, 9 hours of required healthcare management concentration courses, and a 3-hour elective course.
Course rotation:
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