The University of Kentucky’s Master of Science in Strategic Human Resource Management and Analytics (SHRMA) is a 30 credit-hour graduate program focused on preparing students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to elevate a career in HR.
This program provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to adapt to changes in the field of HR and elevate organizational contributions. In addition to fundamental HR courses, students will be exposed to coursework in HR-based analytics (people analytics, organizational network analysis, research methods, and HRIS) as well as strategic HR (strategic planning and integration, change management, and negotiations and conflict resolution). The program includes an experiential capstone course giving students the opportunity to apply principles and techniques learned in their coursework to solve real organizational problems.
Attend classes online in real-time, in-person, or in combination.
My journey at Gatton College of Business and Economics has been nothing short of transformative. As a graduate student in the Master of Science in Supply Chain Management program, I not only deepened my technical expertise but also discovered the power of community, resilience, and opportunity that Gatton fosters in all its students.
Most classes are scheduled one night per week from 6:00-8:30pm.
Some are scheduled later afternoon (4:30-5:45pm 2x week).
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MGT 650: Talent Acquisition
MGT 651: Talent Management
MGT 652: Employment Law
MGT 653: People Analytics
MGT 660: Strategic Human Capital Planning and Integration
MGT 667: Organizational Network Analysis
MGT 668: Network Applications in Human Resource Management
MGT 670: Human Resource Consulting (Capstone)
MGT 612: Negotiations and Conflict Resolution
MGT 661: Change Management
MGT 663: Conducting Research in Human Resources
MGT 795: Coaching for Intentional Change
The Graduate Center (GC) offers comprehensive career support services to all Gatton College of Business and Economics MBA and MS students. Students receive assistance in everything needed to launch a successful career during and after graduation, from resume development and job searches to LinkedIn profile buildout and interview preparation.
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At the University of Kentucky, members of our Master of Science in Strategic Human Resource Management and Analytics community make positive contributions to their chosen fields and fellow members of the cohort. Our program builds a tight-knit group of individuals who accompany each other on this journey. The ideal candidate is thoughtful and driven with the desire to develop further their leadership skills and the initiative to expand their tool belt on a timeline that best suits them.
For a more detailed understanding of our specific admissions requirements, schedule a 1:1 session with our team. We look forward to answering any questions you may have while guiding you through this process.
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* Round 3 is the Final Deadline for International Students
** Round 4 is the Final Deadline for Domestic Students
Complete an online application and submit the application fee. An application is considered complete/ready for review once all supporting documents have been received by the University of Kentucky Graduate School.
This program starts in late August for Fall semester and early January for Spring semester. Applicants must complete the program specific application requirements to be considered for admission into the degree program. Incomplete files will not be reviewed.
Once the application is complete, it will be reviewed by the Admissions Committee within 3-4 weeks of admission.
Minimum undergraduate GPA of 2.75 (out of 4.0)
Undergraduate transcripts
Unofficial digital copies can be uploaded into the application
Once admitted, official transcripts are required
Two Letters of Recommendation
Personal Statement: In 800-900 words, discuss your career goals, your interest in HR, and why you are applying to our program
Resume
Virtual interview (upon request)
English Proficiency waivers are required for all applicants whose native language is not English.
For the Graduate School, the minimum acceptable TOEFL score is 550 (paper-based), 213 (computer-based), or 79 (internet-based). The minimum IELTS score is 6.5.
$75 application fee
English Proficiency waivers can be offered to students who earned their bachelors' degrees from other U.S. universities. Waivers may also be considered to students whose institutions will document that all of their instruction was in English.
International candidates in the program must take at least nine credit hours per semester in order to maintain the full-time student status. Candidates may apply for a reduced course load the last semester.
For more information, consult our International FAQ
Currently, both GRE and GMAT scores are being waived for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 admissions.
GRE/GMAT scores are not mandatory. However, if you choose to submit them to support your application, the Institution Code for the UK Graduate School is 1837 for both GMAT and GRE.
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Now that you know the admission and application requirements, you are ready to start your application to the Master of Science in Strategic Human Resource Management and Analytics Program. You can save your progress and return to your application as needed until you are ready to submit it.
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Tuition will be billed equally over three semesters, and the University program fee is billed over the fall and spring semesters. The Becker CPA Review course is optional, and students will pay Becker directly. The Becker fee for the 2023/24 academic year is estimated to be $3,000.
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Many UK students utilize the comprehensive resources available from the UK Office of Student Financial Aid, including federal student loan programs.
The University of Kentucky’s Tuition Assistance Programs offer a valuable benefit for eligible employees pursuing graduate business degrees. These programs significantly reduce or eliminate tuition costs, making advanced education more accessible and financially sustainable.
Students can find tuition refund policies, deadlines, amounts, and other important information on the Student Account Services website.
Individual appointments are available for assistance with our team of financial aid counselors
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The University of Kentucky Graduate School provides various funding opportunities for graduate students through fellowships, assistantships, and support funding.
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