MBA: Human Resource Management
Ignite the leader within. In today’s business world, retaining and empowering talent is essential in keeping an organization competitive. Empower yourself to rise to the top of your career as a Human Resources professional with our 30-credit MBA* in Human Resource Management from St. Thomas Aquinas College.
Our MBA with Human Resource Management concentration provides a competency-based and application-oriented learning experience. Graduates will be well prepared to make informed management and policy decisions.
Students in our program acquire the skills necessary to apply for the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) certification, a credential that upholds best practices and sets industry standards in human resource management. The global SHRM certification is applicable in any industry and any country, rather than within certain boundaries.
Our expert faculty will nurture your professional growth in a supportive academic community and guide you in realizing your full potential.
*30-Credit Program: Applicants without a business background will need to complete an additional 3-credit MBA Foundations course.
At a glance
- 30-Credit Program*
- Flexible Format for Working Professionals
- Available 100% Online
- Can be Completed in as Few as 12 Months
Contact
- Dana Caponong | Assistant Director, Graduate Admissions | dcaponon@stac.edu | 845-398-4220
INVEST in YOUR FUTURE. expand your impact.
Take the next step toward becoming the leader you aspire to be. As part of its commitment to developing the next generation of business leaders, St. Thomas Aquinas College is offering a Leadership Excellence Incentive for eligible students who apply to the MBA program by July 31, 2026.
Qualified applicants may receive a financial award of $10,000 or more, helping you invest in your future while making graduate education more affordable.
Looking to build expertise in a specific area? Our Advanced Certificate programs are available at a 50% tuition discount, giving you a flexible and affordable way to gain specialized skills, strengthen your professional credentials, and position yourself for advancement in today’s evolving business landscape.
SAMPLE COURSES
Delve into the art and science of optimizing an organization’s workforce. This course will equip students with the skills necessary to align staffing initiatives with broader organizational goals. Students will explore innovative recruitment and talent acquisition strategies, analyzing market trends to forecast and meet future staffing needs. Students also gain a comprehensive understanding of how to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of recruitment processes, ensuring the right talent is in place to drive organizational success.
Design and implement comprehensive compensation and benefits packages. This course emphasizes the integration of both monetary and non-monetary rewards to create a holistic approach that goes beyond mere financial incentives. Students will explore the customization of reward programs, aligning them with employee preferences and organizational culture. Moreover, the course places significant emphasis on benchmarking compensation practices against industry standards, ensuring competitiveness and employee satisfaction.
Tackle the complex landscape of interactions between management and labor unions. This course navigates through the intricate legal and regulatory frameworks governing labor relations, providing students with a strategic understanding of collective bargaining and dispute resolution. Students will explore mediation techniques and strategies to effectively address disputes, fostering a positive working environment.
READY TO APPLY?
Applicants for the MBA Program are required to have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited undergraduate institution and a minimum of a 2.8 grade point average, based on a 4.0 scale.
The application process is simple:
- Complete the free Graduate Application
- Submit your Official Transcript(s)
- Submit the contact information for two professional recommenders on your application
- Preference is for one to be from a faculty member for recent graduates
- Submit your current resume
For students with an undergraduate degree outside the United States, applicants must have a transcript evaluation completed by a current member of NACES. St. Thomas Aquinas partners with SpanTran to help you select the right evaluation at a discounted rate. Access the application here: SpanTran Application – St. Thomas Aquinas College. TOEFL Scores may be required for some international applicants.