Human Resource Management & Leadership
The Master of Science in Human Resource Leadership is designed to provide students with breadth and depth of theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in the field of human resource management and leadership. With its emphasis on the integration of strategic leadership thought and HRM skills, it is uniquely capable of providing graduate students the background necessary to obtain either their initial SHRM certification or, the senior certification in the case of a student who already possess relevant job experience in the HRM discipline.
Attend classes online, in-person — or both!
How To Apply
Admission to the MS in HR Leadership program requires a four-year undergraduate degree (or foreign equivalent) in any discipline from an accredited university.
Admissions
Application Deadlines
| Spring 2027 | Fall 2027 | |
|---|---|---|
| Application opens | May 1, 2026 | August 1, 2026 |
| International Application Deadline |
Extended to November 1, 2026 |
May 1, 2027 |
| International Confirmation Fee Deadline |
October 15, 2026 | May 31, 2027 |
| Domestic Application Deadline |
December 1, 2026 | July 1, 2027 |
| Domestic Confirmation Fee Deadline |
December 15, 2026 | July 31, 2027 |
Latest Look
Student Profiles
What makes a Bauer MS Human Resource Management & Leadership student?
| Average Undergrad GPA | 3.71 |
|---|---|
| Average Age | 28 |
| Average Years of Professional Experience | 1.2 |
| Gender Breakdown | 100% Female, 0% Male |
Data reflects entering classes of Fall 2025
Learn more
Attend a MS Event
Join an in-person or online event to learn more about how a Bauer MS can work for you.
MS Healthcare Leadership Virtual Info Session
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM / Online
Join the University of Houston's C. T. Bauer College of Business for a virtual information session introducing our new Master of Science in Healthcare Leadership.
Lunch and Learn: MBA and MS Program Overview
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM / Union Kitchen on Memorial Drive, Houston
Join us for an engaging Lunch & Learn information session to learn more about the MBA and MS programs offered by the University of Houston C. T. Bauer College of Business.
MBA & MS Coffee Chat
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM / In-Person
Join us for an engaging opportunity to learn more about the Bauer MBA & MS programs and connect with a current student ambassador.