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Mar 17, 2026
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2026-2027 Graduate Catalog
Human Resource Management, M.A.
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This degree prepares students for careers in human resource management, personnel administration training, and/or human resource planning. The core requirements provide exposure to workforce planning, quality of work life, human resource development, and the legal environment of personnel. The degree requirements consist of a minimum of 30 hours, plus a maximum of 4.5 foundation hours.
Students must apply for all certificates and degree conferral in their final semester.
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Grade Requirements
The College of Business requires at least a 3.000 cumulative grade point average on course work taken at UHCL. No grade lower than a C is acceptable toward a graduate degree. This includes foundation work as well as the plan requirements. Grades of C- or lower are not acceptable. Foundation Requirements
Foundation requirement may be waived with prior relevant coursework or experience. HRM Essentials Certificate
Leading Change Certificate
The HRM Leading Change Certificate equips professionals with the skills needed to drive organizational transformation and foster high-performing teams. Grounded in core competencies outlined by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), this certificate includes courses in Organizational Development and Building Effective Teams, providing learners with practical tools to manage change, enhance collaboration, and lead people-centric initiatives. Ideal for HR professionals, team leads, and emerging managers seeking to strengthen their leadership and change management capabilities, this certificate supports career paths in HR business partnership, organizational effectiveness, talent development, and change leadership across industries. Data Analytics and Visualization Certificate
The HRM Data Analytics and Visualization Certificate prepares professionals to harness data for strategic decision-making in human resource management. Through courses in HR Information Systems and Human Resource Analytics & Data Visualization, learners gain practical skills in analyzing workforce trends, interpreting HR metrics, and communicating insights effectively. Aligned with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) competency framework, this certificate is ideal for HR professionals, analysts, and managers looking to elevate their data literacy and drive evidence-based talent strategies. Graduates are well-positioned for roles in HR analytics, workforce planning, and talent intelligence across public and private sectors. Project Management Certificate
The HRM Project Management Certificate provides learners with the tools and frameworks to effectively lead and manage projects within human resources functions. Through courses in Project Management in HRM and an Applied HRM Project, students develop practical skills in planning, executing, and evaluating HR initiatives such as system implementations, talent development programs, and organizational change efforts. This certificate aligns with SHRM competencies related to consultation, business acumen, and HR strategy, and is ideal for HR professionals, team leads, and aspiring HR project managers seeking to expand their impact. Career opportunities include HR project manager, HR operations lead, talent program manager, and roles supporting strategic HR initiatives. Other Required Courses
Complete the following two courses. |
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