Since its inception more than 25 years ago, Villanova’s Master of Science in Human Resource Development (MS in HRD) has gained an outstanding reputation from its accomplished faculty, comprehensive curriculum and successful graduates who are leading human resource initiatives at organizations worldwide.
Innovative online learning technology enables you to earn the same highly respected master’s degree as campus-based students* on your schedule – and in fewer than two years!
Contact an enrollment representative at 855-300-1473 to begin the application process.
In this program you’ll learn how to:
A Villanova HR master’s degree can yield many benefits:
Villanova’s MS in HRD courses are worth 30 hours, per class, of either Business Management and Strategy or International recertification credit toward your PHR®, SPHR® or GPHR® recertification through the HR Certification Institute (HRCI). Once you pass all program courses, contact Villanova's HRD program administrator at gradhrdoffice@villanova.edu to request Program ID numbers for your recertification forms. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit www.hrci.org.
Villanova University is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for the SHRM-CPTM or SHRM-SCPTM. Villanova's courses have been approved for 30 PDCs for the SHRM-CPTM or SHRM-SCPTM. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit www.shrmcertification.org.
Villanova’s MS in HRD is ideal for professionals seeking a career in HR or working in a variety of HR roles, including:
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* Application process required.
