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Human Resource Management MS

Master of Science in Human Resource Management

Set yourself apart and advance your career with the Master of Science in Human Resource Management in Temple University’s Fox School of Business. Gain global perspective and develop business acumen with this human resource (HR) management program offered within a business school. Whether you aspire to launch or accelerate your career in HR management, this master’s degree program will help you to build the technical expertise and interpersonal skills to improve organizational performance.

The Master of Science in Human Resource Management program delivers theoretical perspectives and practical knowledge in traditional areas of the human resource field such as

  • talent acquisition,
  • talent management,
  • employee relations and
  • total rewards.

The Fox MS in Human Resource Management program is offered completely online on both a part-time and full-time basis to accommodate our students’ busy schedules. Earn your degree in just 13 months or take courses at your own pace with our flexible timeline that includes multiple program entry points. Classes are delivered through the same virtual learning technology that supports our Online MBA and provide ample opportunity for faculty interaction and peer collaboration. Access the vast resource and support system including virtual career services within the Fox School of Business. Connect to the Fox faculty’s expansive network of regional and global leaders, and foster the professional and personal relationships necessary to advance your career in HR.

The Masters of Science curriculum is certified to the standards established by the Society for Human Resource Management.

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Madalina Jones

HR Generalist, Laporte Consultants

"The program definitely gave me the confidence to engage more in my current role and grow and expand as an HR professional. It gave me a lot of credibility internally and externally. It was really the stepping stone I needed to launch my career."

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Classes & Curriculum

Developed by a team of accomplished industry experts and world-class academic leaders, the courses in the 30-credit Human Resource Management MS equip rising professionals with knowledge of advanced practices in critical HRM areas, an understanding of how those practices affect organizational success, and the ability to influence that success. Coursework includes the following.

  • Building Human Capital in High-Performance Organizations
  • Business Transformation through Big Data
  • Leading High-Performing Teams
  • Leadership in Organizations
  • Strategic Reward Systems
  • Talent Acquisition

Learn more about the Human Resource Management MS courses.

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Tuition & Fees

In keeping with Temple’s commitment to access and affordability, this Master of Science offers a competitive level of tuition with multiple opportunities for financial support.

Tuition rates are set annually by the university and are affected by multiple factors, including program degree level (undergraduate or graduate), course load (full- or part-time), in-state or out-of-state residency, and more. These tuition costs apply to the 2025–2026 academic year.

Pennsylvania resident: $1,165.00 per credit
Out-of-state: $1,165.00 per credit

View the full cost of attendance breakdown on the Student Financial Services website.

Program Contact

Cliff Glover is the assistant director of Graduate Admissions.
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Phone: 215-204-3103

Student Clubs & Organizations

Joining student clubs and organizations is a great way to meet like-minded students; connect with local, national and international businesses; and enhance the skills you use in your professional career. Fox offers more than 30 student professional organizations. Supplement your academic experience by participating in a club related to your major or interests.

The following clubs and organizations are available to students in Fox.

  • The Fox Graduate Student Association connects students and alumni with the greater Fox community, providing professional development, networking and volunteer opportunities for graduate students.
  • The mission of Net Impact is to grow and strengthen a network of leaders who use the power of business to make a positive economic, environmental and social impact. It brings together students seeking to network and to use the power of business to create a better world.
  • The International Business Association brings together students from all over the world to learn about foreign business and the global economy, and offers an array of professional development opportunities.
  • Fox Professional Speakers invites students to practice their communication, presentation and leadership skills in a supportive and positive environment.
  • Those with dreams of starting their own business may be interested in the Entrepreneurial Students Association, which aims to support, inspire and encourage students to pursue their entrepreneurial goals. The association is open to students of all majors.

See a full list of student clubs and organizations.

Global Immersions

Fox graduate students can participate in Global Immersions. They are destination-focused learning experiences that allow graduate students to engage with a different country's culture, language and business practices. 

Global Immersions expose students to

  • comparative business environments,
  • global business in emerging markets,
  • global companies working to solve crucial problems,
  • intensive and diverse learning experiences, and
  • international innovation and entrepreneurship.

Previous destinations include China, India, Latin America and South Africa. Recent participating companies include Black and Decker, BMW, Deloitte, Microsoft and SanDisk. Learn more about Global Immersion programs.

Temple also offers interested students a variety of options for pursuing internship, teaching and volunteer opportunities abroad through the Center for International Business and Research. Learn more about your options for studying or working abroad.

Accreditation

The Fox School of Business is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). The school has maintained AACSB accreditation since 1934.

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