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.
The online MBA in HR Management experience.
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 HR Management online gives you the essential tools required for management roles in human resources, 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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The value you'll find in our online MBA program.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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].
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Milestones to guide your online MBA in HR Management journey.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer A 2021 | 5/17/21 | 4/16/21 | 4/26/21 | 5/3/21 | 5/10/21 | 5/11/21 | 5/12/21 | 7/5/21 |
| Summer B 2021 | 7/12/21 | 6/11/21 | 6/21/21 | 6/28/21 | 7/5/21 | 7/6/21 | 7/7/21 | 8/29/21 |
| Fall A 2021 | 9/2/21 | 7/30/21 | 8/9/21 | 8/16/21 | 8/23/21 | 8/24/21 | 8/25/21 | 10/20/21 |
| Fall B 2021 | 10/28/21 | 9/20/21 | 10/1/21 | 10/8/21 | 10/18/21 | 10/19/21 | 10/20/21 | 12/16/21 |
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Read the details for our online admission criteria.
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:
Fitchburg State UniversityAdmissions Office
160 Pearl Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420
International Students:
- TOEFL or IELTS scores required for natives of non-English speaking countries
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended*
- General Foreign Credit Evaluation
- 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. Following are suggested organizations which provide foreign credential evaluation services:
- The Center for Educational Documentation
- The World Education Services
- Educational Credential Evaluators
- International Documentation Center
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 (TOEFL excluded). Students with the following visas are not eligible for the program:
- I-20
- F1
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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