Master Of Arts In Human Resources

Ottawa University’s Master of Arts in Human Resources degree is designed for working adults who wish to increase their human resources skills. Not only is the program designed to provide professional growth for human resources professionals but also for individuals who are seeking licensure in substance abuse counseling – level III (Arizona only) (individuals are responsible for contacting the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners for complete information on licensure). The program has been created to provide graduates who work in human resources and management with the skills and knowledge necessary to:

• Assume leadership roles in human resources and related professions.
• Assume positions as human resources managers, consultants, employee and student development counselors, or trainers.
• Apply human resources theory, research and methods appropriate to their positions.
• Prepare and plan for change in organizations.
• Assess outcomes of human resources and related programs, services and activities.
• Engage in continued professional growth in human resources and related fields.

The program seeks to promote professional excellence, academic attainment and the ability to synthesize, integrate and apply knowledge in meaningful and relevant ways.

The Master of Arts in Human Resources consists of no less than 36 semester credit hours of formal coursework designed to help the adult student acquire subject matter mastery, apply knowledge and conduct research in various areas within the broad field of human resources.  Students seeking additional professional training beyond the core courses may acquire this training through a concentration or certificate. Consult your graduate advisor for details and availability.