Master of Science in Human Resources

In an increasingly competitive global marketplace, leaders know that people are an organization's most critical resource. Bottom-line business success depends on the quality of its employees and the effectiveness of employee relations. The Lindner Master of Science in Human Resources (MSHR) program prepares students for leadership roles in managing people and building employee capabilities. MAHR graduates serve in a variety of organizations such as General Electric, Macy's, Cincinnati Children's Hospital, UC Health, and many smaller firms.

Resume Ensure your resume clearly lists the dates of any professional (ex: full-time role, internships, co-ops), volunteer, non-profit or any other leadership experiences. There is no formatting requirement, however, please review your resume for any grammar mistakes. It should be no longer than two pages. Transcript You must have a U.S. bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution, or the international equivalent, by the time of application. You can submit an unofficial copy of all of your undergraduate and graduate transcripts (and degree documents, if applicable) with your application, but official transcripts will be required if you’re accepted. If you are an international applicant, you may be required to submit a NACES-approved, course–by-course evaluation on your transcript. Please contact the Graduate Programs Office to see if this is a requirement for your program. Essays Please complete the following prompt in 500 words or less:Tell us why you want to complete this program and specifically how it will help you in your chosen career field. Letters of Recommendation Please select two recommenders who will be able to discuss your professional performance, academic performance and work style. This can include previous supervisors, faculty members or mentors. Letters of recommendations must come directly from the listed recommender on your application.Standardized Tests The GMAT and GRE are optional.