Master's in Human Resources: Law, Leadership, and Policy
Drive Strategic Change and Shape a Thriving Work Culture With Albany Law’s Online Degree in Human Resources
As a leader in human resources, you need to be able to navigate the important strategic and operational challenges that arise in the increasingly complex and technological environment in which modern organizations operate.
Albany Law School’s online human resources degree will equip you with the cutting-edge legal, strategic, and operational skills to excel in today’s dynamic HR landscape. Whether you’re a seasoned HR professional or a career-changer with a passion for people, our flexible, 100% online degree in human resources will empower you to become a strategic HR leader with valuable network connections.
Why Albany Law?
Master HR law, strategy, and leadership—online, at your pace. Albany Law’s master’s degree in human resources empowers you to excel, with:
- Three program options in human resources: an advanced certificate, a master’s program, and an LL.M. degree.
- Flexible format: Complete your human resources degree online, on your schedule. Earn your master’s in just over a year.
- A powerful network and a prestigious credential: Join the nation’s oldest independent law school and connect with renowned faculty and practitioners who can help guide your career.
“It’s fantastic to connect with people who have such expertise. It is a great experience for the other students. When you have a class of practicing attorneys and other professionals—some who have been out in the business world for 20, 30 years—it’s a whole different ballgame. Every student is a teacher and it creates a very valuable network.”
Isaac Mamaysky
Potomac Law Group
Professor, Albany Law School
Imagine shaping company culture at a tech startup, navigating complex labor relations in healthcare, or driving talent development in finance.
From Chief Human Resources Officer and HR Director to Talent Acquisition Specialist, our master’s degree in human resources equips you for leadership roles across industries. And the compensation is rewarding, with the median annual wage for human resource managers around $130,000 with top earners making more than $220,000 annually according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Real-world readiness is built into our program. Our curriculum, designed by practicing professionals, features practical assignments and case studies mirroring real-world scenarios. You’ll graduate confident in your ability to handle legal intricacies, develop strategic plans, and foster thriving work environments.
Graduates of Albany Law with a human resources degree can hold jobs like:
- HR Manager
- Compensation & Benefits Specialist
- Employee Relations Specialist
- Talent Acquisition Specialist
- Training & Development Specialist
Take a deep dive into HR law with our flexible online degree in human resources, where cutting-edge curriculum meets real-world relevance. Elevate your legal understanding, hone strategic skills, and master HR operations, while learning from active practitioners at the forefront of the industry.
Your 30-credit-hour online human resources degree—which can take just over a year—will include courses in:
- Employment Law
- Labor Law & Human Resources: An Introduction to Labor-Management Relations
- Workforce Recruitment, Retention, and Development
- Global Human Resources and the Law
- Workplace Ethics and Compliance
- Diversity & Inclusion in the Workplace
- Privacy and Technology in the Workplace
- Strategic and Financial Planning and Assessment in HR
- Human Capital Analytics and Workforce Planning
- HR Negotiations
Forge your future as an HR leader with Albany Law’s online human resources degree. Whether you’re a seasoned professional seeking to level up or a newcomer eager to break into the field, our programs equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed.
Experience-first curriculum
Dive deep into dynamic case studies and realistic simulations, mirroring the ever-evolving challenges you’ll face in the real world. This human resources degree curriculum, honed by active practitioners who navigate the HR landscape daily, grants you the confidence to tackle complex legal issues, master talent management strategies, and implement impactful HR initiatives.
Industry-leading faculty
Learn from the best. Our esteemed instructors are seasoned professionals holding pivotal positions in top companies. They bring unparalleled experience and practical insights directly to the classroom, ensuring your learning is cutting-edge and relevant to the challenges you’ll encounter in your day-to-day work.
Flexible online learning
Learn on your terms, wherever your ambitions take you. Our robust online degree in human resources provides interactive lectures, rich learning materials, and engaging discussions—accessible around the clock—empowering you to learn and grow at your own pace.
Even though you’re completing your human resources degree from virtually anywhere, it doesn’t mean that you can’t get involved during your studies. At Albany Law, we offer student clubs and organizations, including the Labor and Employment Law Society , that offer both on-campus and online opportunities for connecting and networking with other Albany Law School students.
Discover a Future in Human Resources at Albany Law
Albany Law’s master’s degree in human resources equips you with legal expertise, strategic leadership, and a powerful network—no career detour required. Experience-first curriculum and industry-leading faculty empower you to excel from day one. Join us and unlock your full potential as an HR leader. Your future starts now.
Accreditation
Albany Law School is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and the American Bar Association (which accredits only J.D. programs).
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