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Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development
330 Wulling Hall
86 Pleasant Street SE
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Voice: 612-624-1006
Fax: 612-624-3377 

 

WHRE M.A.: Human Resource Development (HRD) Specialization

Overview

The master of arts (M.A.) degree in work and human resource education with a specialization in human resource development (HRD) is administered by the Graduate School and offered by the Department of Organizational Leadership, Policy, and Development (OLPD).

What will my program look like?
The M.A. is offered under Plan A and Plan B. Students in either plan complete a minimum of 34 credits of 5xxx courses, including
16 credits in the major and 6 credits in the related field. Plan A students also take 10 thesis credits; Plan B students complete a
3-6 credit project or paper, with remaining credits taken in either the major or related field.

See HRD curriculum details

How long will my master's program take?
Attending full time, including summers, students often can complete the degree requirements in one calendar year. However, many students are employed full time and spread their coursework over
2 years. All degree requirements must be completed within seven years after starting the program.

Contacts

For questions regarding the admissions process, admissions documents, or general information about the program contact:

Dr. Jeremy Hernandez
Coordinator of graduate studies
Phone: 612-626-9377
Email: herna220@umn.edu

Specific questions regarding course content should be directed to the
program coordinator:

Dr. Shari Peterson
Coordinator, work and human resource education program
Phone: 612-624-4980
Email: peter007@umn.edu 

Revised November 2011

Admission Deadline

March 1, 2013 for 2013 Fall semester start.

Fall semester start only.

Admission requirements

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