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.
Overview
Take a look at our MBA in HR Management online program
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.
- Employee Relations Manager
- VP of Human Resources
- Senior HR Consultant
- Compensation and Benefits Manager
- HR Specialist
- HR Manager
Student learning outcomes:
- Students will be able to apply comprehensive organizational human resource principles in situations and link these to business outcomes on the job
- Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of human resource development, workforce planning, and compensation and benefits
- Students will be able to demonstrate a well-developed understanding of employee and labor relations, legal compliance, and ethical issues
- Students will be able to demonstrate well-developed organizational, leadership, and teamwork skills for the effective implementation of organizational policy; communicate to relevant audiences, including the composition of clear, consistent, and effective written forms of communication and the composition and presentation of effective oral business presentations
- Students will be able to apply comprehensive organizational human resource principles in situations and link these to business outcomes on the job
- Students will be able to demonstrate an understanding of human resource development, workforce planning, and compensation and benefits
- Students will be able to demonstrate a well-developed understanding of employee and labor relations, legal compliance, and ethical issues
- Students will be able to demonstrate well-developed organizational, leadership, and teamwork skills for the effective implementation of organizational policy; communicate to relevant audiences, including the composition of clear, consistent, and effective written forms of communication and the composition and presentation of effective oral business presentations
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
Accreditation
MBA programs at Fitchburg State are accredited by the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE).
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Tuition
Pay for your MBA HR online courses individually
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.
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA in HR Management | $436 | $1,308 | $13,080 |
- 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:
Calendar
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.
| Session | Program Start Date | Application Deadline | Document Deadline | Intent to Enroll Deadline | Registration Deadline | Payment Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer B | 7/10/25 | 6/9/25 | 6/20/25 | 6/27/25 | 6/30/25 | 7/1/25 |
| Fall A | 9/4/25 | 8/5/25 | 8/15/25 | 8/21/25 | 8/25/25 | 8/26/25 |
| Fall B | 10/29/25 | 9/29/25 | 10/10/25 | 10/16/25 | 10/20/25 | 10/21/25 |
| Spring A | 1/20/26 | 12/22/25 | 1/2/26 | 1/8/26 | 1/12/26 | 1/13/26 |
| Spring B | 3/16/26 | 2/16/26 | 2/27/26 | 3/5/26 | 3/9/26 | 3/10/26 |
| Summer A | 5/18/26 | 4/20/26 | 5/1/26 | 5/7/26 | 5/11/26 | 5/12/26 |
| Summer B | 7/9/26 | 6/8/26 | 6/19/26 | 6/25/26 | 6/29/26 | 6/30/26 |
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Admissions
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:
Fitchburg State University
Admissions Office
160 Pearl Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420
International Students:
- An English Proficiency test is required for natives of non-English speaking countries (see testing options below)
- Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended*
- International 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 admission decision. We accept evaluations and the respective type of evaluation from one of the following credentialing agencies:
- World Education Services
- course-by-course ICAP
- Education Credential Evaluators (ECE) - course-by-course
- SpanTran - course analysis
- SpanTran has created a custom application for Fitchburg State University that will ensure you select the right kind of evaluation at a discounted rate. You can access their application here: SpanTran Pathway - Fitchburg State University
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
U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents 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.
Courses
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, comprised of 18 hours of advanced core requirements, 9 hours of required human resources management concentration courses, and a 3-hour elective course.
Students must take the following courses, plus one 3 Credit elective from any of the available MBA Concentrations
Note: Students cannot re–use a course that was already taken to satisfy elective requirements
Students may choose one 3 Credit Elective from any of the available MBA Concentrations
Note: Students cannot re–use a course that was already taken to satisfy elective requirements
