Human Resource Management with Launch Track, M.A.

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This plan leads to the Master of Arts in Human Resource Management. The degree requires a minimum of 30 hours.

The M.A. HRM with Launch Track offers students an opportunity to complete both a Master of Arts in Human Resource Management and a Certificate in HRM Essentials. This program allows students to enhance their skill set and marketability through a certificate in the specialized area of HRM while completing their Master of Arts.

The M.A. HRM with Launch Track has greater flexibility in entry requirements, with standardized test waiver criteria which differ from the traditional M.A. HRM program. This allows admitted students to demonstrate their success in a graduate certificate program before beginning their M.A. HRM coursework.

Students are required to complete the Certificate in Human Resource Management Essentials before continuing in the Master of Arts.

Students must apply for all certificates and the degree in their graduating semester.

Grade Requirements

The College of Business requires a minimum of 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 courses may be waived with appropriate coursework or experience.

DSCI 3321 - Statistics I Credit Hours: 3
DSCI 3321 or equivalent course is required.
MGMT 50A1 - Excel for Business Managers Credit Hours: 1.5

Launch Track Required Courses (9 hours)

The following courses complete the HRM Essentials Certificate.

HMRS 5131 - Human Resource Management Processes Credit Hours: 3
HMRS 5231 - Legal Environment of Human Resource Management I Credit Hours: 3
HMRS 5435 - Employee Planning, Staffing, and Selection Credit Hours: 3

Launch Track Additional Course (3 hours)

Students must complete one of the following (3 hours) to complete the launch track:

HMRS 5433 - Compensation and Benefits Credit Hours: 3
HMRS 5531 - Talent Development Credit Hours: 3

Leading Change Certificate (4.5 hours)

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.

MGMT 52A3 - Introduction to Building Effective Teams Credit Hours: 1.5
MGMT 6331 - Organizational Development Credit Hours: 3

Data Analytics and Visualization Certificate (6 hours)

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.

HMRS 54A1 - Human Resource Management Information Systems Credit Hours: 1.5
HMRS 5533 - Human Resource Analytics Credit Hours: 3
MGMT 52A2 - Data Visualization and Communication for Managers Credit Hours: 1.5

Project Management Certificate (4.5 hours)

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.

HMRS 5235 - Project Management in Human Resource Management Credit Hours: 3
HMRS 67A1 - Applied HRM Project Management Credit Hours: 1.5

Required course (3 hours)

Complete whichever course was not chosen for launch track.

HMRS 5433 - Compensation and Benefits Credit Hours: 3
HMRS 5531 - Talent Development Credit Hours: 3