May 05, 2024  
2017-2018 Graduate Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Human Resource Development, MHRD


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Program Requirements


The human resource field is a specialized blend of education, systems design, consulting, psychology, management and sociology. The Master of Human Resource Development (MHRD) degree prepares professionals to work as trainers/instructional designers, human performance improvement (HPI) specialists and consultants within business, industry, non-profit and government and athletic organizations.

HRD/HPI professionals commonly provide diagnostic and intervention strategies related to the areas of technical and interpersonal skills, management, human and organizational performance and motivation. The MHRD program involves and enhances human performance in the workplace. The program is designed for professionals with three or more years of experience and is delivered in an interactive online format. The curriculum consists of 12 courses delivered over a two-year period in a cohort setting. Graduates of the program are capable of utilizing contemporary instructional and human performance technologies and methodologies. Program participants gain valuable skills and knowledge that accelerate their careers.

Admission Requirements

Applicants to the MHRD program follow general admission procedures as prescribed by the Graduate School. Note: The deadline to apply to the MHRD program is July 1. Every required item in support of the application must be on file by that date. The complete application package should include the following: baccalaureate degree with a preferred minimum grade-point average of 3.0, transcript, résumé, letter describing professional goals, two letters of reference and competitive GRE scores. Applicants must possess three years of relevant full-time work experience and complete the on-line Keirsey™ Temperament Sorter®-II and Campbell™ Interest and Skill Survey®. These  assessments are available at www.keirseycampbell.com/.(Click on Purchase Here. Use the promotion code CLEMS0N23 to have scores for both assessments sent to the MHRD admissions committee. A nominal fee is charged for these assessments.)

Program Requirements

All courses are delivered through distance education technologies. Students need access to e-mail and the Internet and the ability to read a CD-ROM or DVD. Students also need current versions of operating systems, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software. Since the required courses involve sending and receiving large files of information, students will need a computer equipped with a Web cam, microphone and DSL or high-speed internet connection.

The MHRD program:


The MHRD program consists of 36 credit hours of coursework arranged as follows:

First Year


Credit Hours: 6


Second Year


Credit Hours: 6


36 Total Semester Hours


Students must satisfy requirements for the Graduate School, complete the approved program of study for the degree, maintain a B average in all graduate coursework and pass a comprehensive exam.

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