Master of Science in Human Resource Management

As the highest quality graduate HR management program available to working professionals in the Miami and in South Florida, our Master of Science in Human Resource Management delivers an comprehensive education covering topics ranging from HR strategy, employee performance and development, benefits, work-life balance, EEOC issues, and diversity. You’ll gain the knowledge, skills and professional network you need to join, affect, and make a difference in your company’s success.

Human Resource Strategy and Planning
Employment Law and Human Resource Management
High-Involvement Human Resource Management
Human Resource Knowledge Management
Performance and Talent Management
International Human Resource Management
Labor Issues and Conflict Management
Critical Thinking in Human Resource Management
Human Resource Management Metrics
Staffing Organizations
Reward Systems Management
Wellness Management
Professional Development Seminars

Our accelerated Master of Science in Human Resource Management from one of the best business schools in the nation—The Chapman Graduate School of Business in Florida International University’s College of Business Administration—emphasizes practical applications of theory through experiential exercises, case studies, and other engaging and active forms of applied learning.

In this weekend graduate HR management program, offered at FIU's west Miami Modesto A. Maidique Campus, you’ll learn what you need to know to play a crucial role in the strategy and success of any organization, including how to:

• align HR strategy with the organization’s over all business strategy.
• develop human resource policies and practices that add value and enhance your firm’s competitive advantage.
• plan for organizational change in response to shifting business conditions.
• address the unique cultural and other considerations encountered when managing a workforce in multinational organizations.

The value of a master’s degree in HR management is directly related to how well it prepares you to participate in strategic planning and decision making to build strong and competitive organizations.

At the Chapman Graduate School of Business in Miami, Florida, we know we have an exceptional weekend graduate HR management program because our student ratings are so consistently high in the most important areas: curriculum, faculty, learning environment, skills development, class camaraderie, and support services. As a student, you’ll appreciate:

• a learning environment that supports individual development with attentive, responsive faculty and both academic and career counseling.
• two program start dates: August or January.
• the accelerated twelve-month course of study, with classes held on Saturdays.
• the preparation to attain the Society for Human Resource Management’s PHR or SPHR certifications—the most valued credentials in the field.
• interaction and networking opportunities with many active alumni and with the program's advisory board of prominent, multinational HR executives.
• our experienced faculty, including many well-known scholars in the discipline and members of the editorial boards of the most prestigious HR journals.

As a participant in this graduate HR management program, you’ll receive

• professional skills development in presentation, writing, and computing.
• instruction both in the classroom and online.
• the opportunity to work in teams to form extraordinary relationships with a strong network of fellow students, many of whom already are HR professionals.

At the Chapman Graduate School we care very deeply about how well we are accomplishing our mission, how our programs contribute to our overarching goals and how we assure that the institution conforms to specified industry and academic norms.  Consequently we are committed to measuring the effectiveness of our programs using a well defined Assurance of Learning process that ensures “accountability and transparency”. 

Student Learning Outcomes

In recent times there has been a preponderance of student learning-based models which emphasize that Faculty should model the learning process in consultation with all our stakeholders.   Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) detail what we aim for our students to know, what they can actually do, and what are their vocational attitudes.  These are:

• LO1: Students should be able to independently develop and understand how to implement legally sustainable and ethical HR planning, recruitment, selection and retention processes; training programs; performance management and appraisal systems, feedback and disciplinary measures; implement compensation, benefit, and reward systems; and personnel policies and labor-management practices.
• LO2: Recognize opportunities and understand how to implement activities that foster constructive organizational change through commitment, motivation, teamwork, wellness, safety, and values.
• LO3: Contrast international HR practices across various cultures and recognize necessary adjustments for cross cultural differences.
• LO4: Utilize technology in HR practice.
• LO5: Demonstrate proficiency in written and oral communication, including presentation skills and interpersonal skills.
• LO6: Discuss the role of HR as a partner in the corporate strategy formulation and implementation.
• LO7: Critically analyze and form action plans to address HR operational issues and implement sound solutions.

Program Outcomes

Given our mission, this program has defined the benefits to students as you gain new knowledge, increase your skills, change your values, and modify your behavior through the following program outcomes:

• PO1: Graduating students are satisfied with program value and potential for career advancement.
• PO2: The program will admit well qualified students who will successfully complete the program.
• PO3: The curriculum is relevant, coherent, and improves skill development in human resource management.
  
  Curriculum will be reviewed and updated. 
  Feedback on the curriculum will come from several sources: 
  
  
  • Students
  • Advisory board
  • Faculty
  • Program review

1. PO4: The program will provide quality instruction. 
2. PO5: The program will provide quality advising, program administration, academic and student support services, and facilities.
3. PO6: Maintain sufficient gross revenues to cover all program expenses and be self sustainable.
4. PO7: Graduating students will see an increase in salary as a result of obtaining degree.

The Chapman Graduate School of Business admits students to the Master of Science in Human Resource Management program in the spring and in the fall. An accelerated, weekend program, with classes held on Saturdays at FIU’s Modesto A. Maidique Campus, it offers a convenient schedule for working professionals.

• Program requires 36 credit-hours of coursework.
• Classes are held on Saturdays (full day) at Modesto A. Maidique Campus in four- hour blocks (8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.) with a one- hour lunch break from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
• Two courses are offered per eight week session, which is four classes per traditional semester.
• Time to completion is 12 months.

Sample Schedule

Class time: 
AM: 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM 
PM: 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
  
Day of classes: Saturday
 

What kind of undergraduate degree must I have to qualify for this program? 
FIU requires you to have a four-year bachelor degree from an accredited university.

Do I include my certified transcripts with the application? 
FIU requires that official transcripts are sent in directly by the college(s) or university (ies) you attend(ed). You cannot send in copies of these transcripts yourself.
 
If you are an alumnus (ae) of FIU, there is no need to have transcripts sent. If you attended a university outside the U.S. and the transcripts are not in English, they must be translated by a certified translator. The translation and an official copy of the transcripts must be submitted.

Who is required to submit TOEFL?
Applicants whose native language is not English or who did not obtain a degree in the U.S. need to take the TOEFL test. They will need to score at least 550 on the paper-based, 213 on the computer-based, 80 on the internet-based test, or an equivalent score on a comparable examination. Please visit http://www.ets.org/toefl for more information. List of TOEFL exempt countries can be found on the following website:http://gradschool.fiu.edu/TOEFLExemptCountries.html.
  
For how many years are my test scores valid?                  
GMAT scores - 5 years
GRE scores - 5 years
TOEFL scores - 2 years
Institutional TOEFL scores (FIU) - 1 year

How many students are there in the classes? 
The maximum number of students per class is 58.
 
Is a thesis required in the program? 
No, there is no required thesis.

Can classes be waived if I took some MSHRM classes in another university? 
Classes taken in another university program will not be waived since this is a 12-month, lock-step program. Courses from other programs also are not transferable.
 
Can I pursue two graduate degrees at the same time? 
No. Unfortunately, you cannot pursue two degrees at the same time at FIU. 
 
Can I prolong the MSHRM program for more than 12 months? 
No, you cannot prolong the MSHRM for more than 12 months. Since it is a lock-step program, you must remain with your class throughout the entire sequence until the program is concluded.

Can I apply for financial aid? 
Yes. You can apply for financial aid online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ or pick up an application at any high school, college or university. For specific information regarding financial aid or to find out the status of your application please contact Melissa Hew, Chapman Financial Aid Manager at 305-348-4234 or Melissa.Hew@fiu.edu. The FIU's Financial Aid Office web site is located at http://finaid.fiu.edu/. It is advisable that you begin the process as soon as possible.

Are there any scholarships available?
Information about scholarships can be obtained from the following sources:

• College of Business - http://business.fiu.edu/chapman/graduate_scholarships.cfm
• University Graduate School - http://gradschool.fiu.edu/FinancialAidFellowships.html

Does FIU offer on-campus housing?
Yes. For more information on on-campus housing options please visit http://housing.fiu.edu/.

To apply for admission to the Chapman Graduate School of Business, applicants should submit the following to:

MSHRM Program
Florida International University
Chapman Graduate School of Business
College of Business Complex - CBC 214
11200 SW 8th Street
Miami, Florida 33199

• Graduate Application for Admission, along with nonrefundable application fee of $30.00 in US dollars. Applications can be completed at http://gradschool.fiu.edu/admissions.html.

• Official transcripts from all previously attended colleges and/or universities. Transcripts must be sent directly to the MSHRM Program by all formerly attended institution(s) in a sealed university envelope.

• Official proof of degree
  A notarized copy of the original diploma is required if the degree is not posted on the official transcript(s).

• Meet either one of the two:
  
  Achieve a minimum score of 500 on the Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or a score of 1000 (combination of verbal and quantitative) on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) and have earned a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) in undergraduate study. FIU university's code is: 5206.
  New GRE scoring scale:
  http://gradschool.fiu.edu/Cal_Min_Admissions_From_New_GRE_Exam.html
  
  Have a minimum of five years of professional (exempt) experience, of which at least two years are in the HR field and have earned a minimum 3.0 grade point average (GPA) in undergraduate study.
• Resume.  A current resume of professional experiences.

• Statement of purpose

• A well-written statement describing your professional goals and reasons for pursuing a graduate degree at Florida International University.

• Two letters of recommendation from employers, faculty or professional associates.
  

• Proof of US residency/citizenship

• Florida Residency Form along with two proofs of ID confirming you maintained residence in Florida for the past 12 months:http://gradschool.fiu.edu/downloads/fl_residency.pdf

• If official transcript(s) is not in English, a second copy of the transcript must be requested from previously attended institution(s) for translation by an official translation agency. The official translation as well as the requested official copy of the transcript(s) must be submitted.

• Official TOEFL score (minimum score is 550 on the paper-based, 213 on the computer-based, or 80 on the internet based test) or official IELTS score (minimum score is 6.5). The official score must be sent directly by Educational Testing Service (ETS).  FIU’s university code is: 5206

• Submit a completed and signed Declaration of Finances (DCF) form.  Please note that the minimum amount in the DCF must be at least $55,000 for 2011-2012 academic year.

• Bank letter has to reflect $55,000.

• Sponsor letter (if applicable).

  ***Only those applicants who have submitted complete application packets will be considered. Meeting the minimum requirements is not a guarantee of admissions.

We recommend that you begin thinking about your financial aid needs and options during the initial admissions process to the Chapman Graduate School of Business.

Scholarships

The MSHRM program has a limited number of partial scholarships available to most qualified students. These scholarships are merit based and they are usually awarded to student with the highest combination of GPA and GMAT or GRE after all students are admitted to the program. For additional scholarships resources please visit:

http://gradschool.fiu.edu/FinancialAidFellowships.html

Financial Aid

To receive financial assistance you must be fully admitted to an FIU degree program.

To receive need-based assistance you must complete and submit the Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Completing the FAFSA correctly and submitting any requested document(s) by the annual priority deadline date, March 1st, increases your potential to receive the maximum financial aid for which you are eligible.

FIU'S INSTITUTION CODE: 009635

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LOAN ELIGIBILITY

Eligibility/Requirements
Recipients of federal loans must meet the following criteria:

• Completed Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Application for each academic year

• Demonstrate financial need;

• Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen;

• Be registered with Selective Service, if required;

• Admitted to a degree seeking program or an eligible certificate program;

• Be enrolled at least half time (6 credits/undergraduates-5 credits/graduates) when loan proceeds are received;

• Not be in default on a previous student loan or owe a repayment on a previous federal financial aid award received at any institution;

• Applicant can not have an adverse credit history (for Graduate Plus loans only).

Additional requirements may apply depending on the aid programs awarded to you.

LOAN OPTIONS

Loan Types:

Subsidized – is awarded to student’s demonstrating a financial need as determined by the federal processor as a result of your FAFSA application. Your loan eligibility is also based on your academic level (see chart below). Interest payments on this loan is subsidized (you are not charged interest) by the federal government while you are in school or during authorized periods of deferments. You begin repayment six months after you graduate or stop attending at least half-time.

Unsubsidized – a student does not have to demonstrate financial need to receive this loan. You may borrow the cost of attendance minus all financial aid awarded and based on your academic level (see chart below). Interest payments on this loan are not subsidized by the government. You can choose to pay the interest while you are enrolled fulltime or it can be accrued and added to the part of the principal of the loan that you owe. You begin repayment six months after you graduate or stop attending at least half-time.

Graduate Plus - Graduate students are now eligible to borrow under the PLUS loan program up to their cost of attendance minus other estimated financial assistance. Students need to first apply with the Department of Education to initiate the loan application process; the terms and conditions applicable to Parent Plus Loans also apply to Graduate Plus Loans. All Graduate Plus Loans are awarded to all graduate students who meet the eligibility requirement upon receipt of your financial aid award letter for each academic year. This loan is a credit-worthiness loan which will require a credit history approval. Interest Payments on this loan are not subsidized by the government.

Graduate Need Grant - awards based on financial need which do not have to be repaid.

• To be eligible applicant must have an EFC between 0 – 7500

• Must complete FAFSA by March 1st priority deadline

Must be enrolled for at least 9 credits per semester for disbursement (Fall & Spring)