MBA in Human Resource Management

Become a Leader of Productive Workplace Environments

Franklin Pierce University offers the only Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Human Resource Management program in New Hampshire that meets all recommendations for human resource education, as outlined by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and was recently ranked by U.S. News & World Report. The program is aligned with SHRM HR Curriculum Guidelines and qualifies you to be eligible to take the SHRM-CP exam upon completion of the program. Explore the strategic management of personnel through coursework that directly applies to your current workplace and community environment.

Applying the strategic thinking and critical analysis skills learned in the classroom will help you to become a leader in your organization. Franklin Pierce offers small classes for in-depth, personalized learning in a program that is accredited by the International Accreditation Council of Business Education (IACBE).

Connect with SHRM qualified faculty who teach HR and have past work experience in the field. Network with fellow students who are employed in the field to build a broad and deep HR education. Graduates also use this SHRM participation as a tool to pursue careers as human resource directors, vice presidents, senior specialists, senior generalists, and business leaders.

Alumni Success Stories

After completing her Master of Business Administration in Human Resource Management, Mathison continued to pursue her education and became PHR certified through World at Work in Work-Life Balance. “I have a passion for education. I have fostered that education in returning to school to obtain my MBA.”
Corey Mathison '12
Human Resources Business Partner, Merrimack Pharmaceuticals

Admission to the Program

Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited college or university generally with a GPA of 2.8 or greater on a 4.0 scale;
Competency in accounting, statistics, and computer skills (either pre or post admission);
Assessment of a completed Admissions Portfolio.

Admissions Portfolio

You must submit the following items to complete an admissions portfolio:

Online Application;
Official transcripts from previously attended colleges and universities;
Updated resume;
Outline of professional aspirations and how this MBA will help you achieve them (250-500 words);
Essay: Answer one of the four questions below. Tell us not only what you did but also how you did it. What was the outcome? What was the response? Only describe experiences that have occurred within the last three years (250-500 words);
- A time when you made a lasting impact on your organization;
- A major accomplishment;
- A major setback that you have faced;
- A time when you exceeded expectations.

Want to Know More?

Download an MBA in Human Resource Management program sheet to view on-screen or print, or view the College of Graduate and Professional Studies Academic Catalog for specific degree requirements and course information.

CONTACT

Graduate Admissions (800) 325-1090

Office Hours

Mon - Fri:
8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

or by appointment