Outcome Reports
- Doctoral
- DBA Doctor of Business Administration
- DHA Doctor of Health Administration
- DNP Doctor of Nursing Practice
- DPA Doctor of Public Administration
- DrPH Doctor of Public Health
- DSW Doctor of Social Work
- EdD Doctor of Education
- PhD Advanced Studies in Human Behavior
- PhD Business
- PhD Business Management
- PhD Counselor Education & Supervision
- PhD Education
- PhD Human Services
- PhD Information Technology
- PhD Organization and Management
- PhD Psychology
- PhD Public Safety
- PsyD Doctor of Psychology
- PsyD Doctor of Psychology in School Psychology
- EdS
- Master's
- MHA Master of Health Administration
- MNML Nonprofit Management and Leadership
- MPA Master of Public Administration
- MPA Master of Public Administration & MS Public Safety
- MPH Master of Public Health
- MS Addiction Counseling
- MS Career Counseling
- MS Education
- MS Higher Education
- MS Homeland Security
- MS Human Resource Management
- MS Human Services
- MS Information Technology
- MS Information Systems & Technology Management
- MS Leadership
- MS Marriage and Family Counseling/Therapy
- MS Mental Health Counseling
- MS Organizational Development
- MS Organization & Management
- MS Psychology
- MS Public Safety
- MS School Counseling
- MS Studies in Human Behavior
- MSN Master of Science in Nursing
- MBA
- MBA Accounting Specialization
- MBA Business Intelligence Specialization
- MBA Entrepreneurship Specialization
- MBA Finance Specialization
- MBA General Business Specialization
- MBA Global Operations and Supply Chain Management Specialization
- MBA Health Care Management Specialization
- MBA Human Resource Management Specialization
- MBA Information Technology Management Specialization
- MBA Marketing
- MBA Project Management Specialization
- Bachelor's
Master of Science in Human Resource Management
Prepare to become a successful, strategic business partner and leader.This program emphasizes critical thinking, data analysis, and tangible results in human resources management (HRM). Strengthen your ability to effectively address real-world challenges from both a business and HRM perspective. This program is designed to teach you to translate strategic plans into workplace practices that deliver positive business results.
Outcome goals and graduates’ proficiency levels
These results show recent Capella graduates' proficiency levels in the expected learning outcomes for this program. Faculty make this assessment in the capstone course—the final course in which Capella students demonstrate what they’ve learned.
Master of Science (MS) in Human Resource Management (HRM) specialization
- General Human Resource Management
Quality and Professional Relevance
- The Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM®) has affirmed that 3 Capella Human Resource Management specializations, including the MS General Human Resource Management specialization, fully align with SHRM's® HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates.
- Capella's HR specializations at the MS, MBA, and BS levels are highly relevant and reflect the guidelines outlined by the leading association for HR professionals.
- In 2006, and again in 2008, Capella was recognized as one of the top 5 SHRM® Learning System® providers online.
School of Business and Technology Master's Degree Graduates
Data from graduates across all Business and Technology masters programs have been combined for these Career Outcomes results.
Our School of Business and Technology master's graduates report satisfaction with tasks and responsibilities and salary and benefits. The majority of graduates work in higher education, government/public sector, healthcare, information technology, aerospace, or consulting.
Percentage of respondents who answered "satisfied" or "very satisfied"
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected
during Q3 2011 – Q2 2012.
Many master's degree graduates from the School of Business and Technology report advancing in their careers and receiving a salary increase, leadership role or promotion. They also say their Capella degrees garner recognition from employers.
Percentage of respondents who indicated they had accomplished each item
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected
during Q3 2011 – Q2 2012
School of Business & Technology Master's Degree Graduates
Data from graduates across all Business and Technology masters programs have been combined for these Student Experience results.
Most graduates of the School of Business and Technology master's degree programs report that earning a master's degree has helped them meet program and career goals. They are likely to recommend Capella to friends and family.
Percentage of respondents who answered affirmatively
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected
during Q3 2011 – Q2 2012.
Business & Technology master's degree graduates say that they gained valuable skills and abilities which are applicable in a range of professional settings.
Percentage of respondents who rated themselves as "proficient" or "distinguished"
on ability to demonstrate the skill or ability on the job.
Source: Responses to the Alumni Outcomes Survey one year after graduation. The data were collected
during Q3 2011 – Q2 2012.
Expense, completion, &
career information
Expected time to completion:
- Calendar quarters: 12
- Active academic quarters: 11
On Time Completion Rate:
44%
SOC codes:
- 13-1070 (Human resources, training, and labor relations specialists)
Program cost
Average: $29,472
Books
$1,197-1,596
Fees:
$50
Median Debt:
- Federal Financial Aid: $26,633
- Private loans: $0
- Capella pay plan: $0
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Alumni Success Story Quote
Tiffany Morey, MS
"I was learning how to do my job better, more thoroughly, and now I have marketing tools, I have finance tools, strategic planning, being able to put the plan together."