Master of Science in Leadership and Human Resource Development

Louisiana State University

Develop leadership and organizational development skills

Build skills in leadership development, applied research methods, human resource analytics, and more

GRE Waiver

Applications may be submitted without a GRE exam score

Finish in as few as 12 months

With 12 courses and only 36 hours needed for degree completion, students can finish in less than one year

100% online

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Careers

Prepare for in-demand jobs in a growing industry

Change is the new normal for all types of organizations. For-profit Fortune 500 companies, state and national government organizations, nonprofit community organizations, and civil society organizations are all increasingly challenged to respond to changes in social values and adapt to dynamic social, ecological, economic, and technological factors. As a result, there is a large and growing demand for professionals who can facilitate and lead positive change.

Work with a strong network worldwide

Join more than 250,000 alumni worldwide from the flagship institution of Louisiana

Increase your earnings with a degree

With a median annual salary of $82,000 (BLS).

Join the growing class of HR talent

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics expects the number of human resource manager jobs to grow by 9 percent by 2030.

Earn skills that make an impact

Learn specialized skills employers are looking for like performance management, talent management and organizational development

Application Information

Applications are now open!

Upcoming Deadlines

Spring 2 application deadline: March 4, 2024
Summer 1 application deadline: May 13, 2024
Summer 2 application deadline: June 24, 2024

Start your application today

The application deadline is coming up soon. Submit your application by March 4, 2024.