Overview

In the MS in Human Resources program, you will complete coursework incorporating financial management, operational strategy, and human resources law, positioning you to employ a wide variety of skills for a successful, meaningful career. Faculty with rich industry experience will guide you through relevant and realistic case studies, challenging you to build management skills applicable to a diverse, evolving workforce and positioning you to assume leadership roles in the field.

Connect learning to practice

Lasell's philosophy of Connected Learning provides you with opportunities to draw on both your professional experience and newly acquired knowledge and skills to enhance your career prospects. Rigorous coursework is complemented by opportunities to put learning into practice, including a Capstone research experience and lectures from industry leaders (in person and via live stream) who present and discuss their work. 

Curriculum

The MS in Human Resource curriculum provides a graduate with the skills and knowledge foundation to become a leader in the Human Resource field in the private and public sectors. This program requires one capstone experience where students can pick from a project (MGMT798) or an internship (MGMT799).

Get information on our Course Schedules

MGMT700
Global Leadership
3 credits
MGMT702
Research Methods
3 credits
MGMT703
Strategic Information Management
3 credits
MGMT704
Financial Management
3 credits
MGMT707
Operations Strategy
3 credits
MGMT728
Human Resources Management
3 credits
MGMT731
Human Resource Law & Compliance
3 credits
MGMT761
Performance MGMT & Employee Development
3 credits
MGMT762
Employee Relations, Engage & Retention
3 credits
MGMT763
Employee Learning & Development
3 credits
MGMT764
Diversity, Inclusion & Countering Bias
3 credits
MGMT798
Research Project Capstone
3 credits
MGMT799
Internship Capstone
3 credits

Requirements

Candidates seeking admission to Lasell University's MS in Human Resources must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.

No GMAT/GRE scores are required for admission. 

International Students need to submit English equivalency from one of the following: TOEFL scores: minimum required score is 80 (iBT) or IELTS, minimum required score is 6.0; or Pearson PTE Academic minimum score is 53; or Duolingo minimum required score is 105. The English equivalency scores may be waived for international applicants who have earned a bachelor's degree at an accredited college/university in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada.

The program has two prerequisites:

  • Students must complete MGMT 702 before taking the Capstone.
  • Students are required to complete 27 credits before taking the Capstone.  However, this requirement can be waived depending on special circumstances (i.e. student gets an offer of an internship before completing the 27 credits)   Students must have a GPA of 3.0 to graduate.  They must complete at least 30 credits, including the capstone, at Lasell.

Admission Requirements Checklist:

  • Online application
  • Official transcripts of all college-level coursework
  • A one-page personal statement describing your goals, strengths, and potential for achievement in graduate school
  • Resume

International Applicants:

This program is F-1 eligible.

All International applicants need to submit English equivalency from one of the following: TOEFL scores: minimum required score is 80 (iBT) or IELTS, minimum required score is 6.0; or Pearson PTE Academic minimum score is 53; or Duolingo minimum required score is 105. The English equivalency scores may be waived for international applicants who have earned a bachelor's degree at an accredited college/university in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada.

For additional requirements please visit our International Admission Requirement page.

Materials should be submitted through MyPortal or emailed to gradinfo@lasell.edu:
The Office of Graduate Enrollment
Lasell University
1844 Commonwealth Ave.
Newton, MA 02466

Questions about your application? Call/text us today at 617-243-2400!

Materials can be uploaded in MyPortal or emailed to gradinfo

The Office of Graduate Enrollment
Lasell University
1844 Commonwealth Ave.
Newton, MA 02466