Master of Business Administration with a Concentration in Human Resource Development Online
If people are your passion, this AACSB-accredited MBA will help you grow talent within diverse organizations. Build training and continuous learning programs to help employees achieve their potential.
Program Overview
Preview the MBA in Human Resource Development
In the MBA with a concentration in Human Resource Development online program, learn how to create, implement and evaluate employee-focused growth initiatives that enable teams and individuals to excel in their current roles, and be ready to meet emerging needs within the organization.
This AACSB-accredited online HR Development MBA program combines leadership courses in strategic management, accounting, finance, operations, marketing and more with a deeper exploration of human resource management, industrial design and training, organizational needs assessment, and evaluation of employee learning programs. Help develop and retain talented employees, increasing the ability of organizations to compete in a global economy.
In this HR development program, you will:
- Apply critical training and learning techniques in diverse workplaces, including enterprises, higher educational settings and consulting environments
- Analyze, design, facilitate and deliver training programs and learning projects within an organizational setting, using strategic learning theories and proven learning and training techniques
- Learn how to assess organizational needs, establish training criteria and measure results within a wide range of learning environments
- Gain competencies required for roles in human resources, training and consulting professions
- Apply critical training and learning techniques in diverse workplaces, including enterprises, higher educational settings and consulting environments
- Analyze, design, facilitate and deliver training programs and learning projects within an organizational setting, using strategic learning theories and proven learning and training techniques
- Learn how to assess organizational needs, establish training criteria and measure results within a wide range of learning environments
- Gain competencies required for roles in human resources, training and consulting professions
HR Development career opportunities:
- Employee Benefits Manager
- Consultant
- Director of Human Resources
- Diversity and Talent Manager
- Human Resource Manager
- Employee Benefits Manager
- Consultant
- Director of Human Resources
- Diversity and Talent Manager
- Human Resource Manager
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Accreditation
The Soules College of Business at The University of Texas at Tyler is an accredited member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International). Fewer than 6% of business schools worldwide have earned this symbol of the highest standard in management education.
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Tuition
Our tuition is the same for in-state and out-of-state students
The following is the tuition breakdown for students pursuing a Master of Business Administration online. Tuition is the same for in-state and out-of-state students.
Tuition breakdown:
| Program | Per Credit Hour | Per Course | Per Program |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA in HR Development | $802.43 | $2,407.29 | $28,887.44* |
*All discounts are reflected in tuition pricing above. Offers cannot be combined with any offers. Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice. The university reserves the right to change tuition and fees in keeping with acts of the Texas Legislature and/or policies of the Board of Regents.
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Calendar
Get started on your MBA quickly
Designed for working professionals, UT Tyler online programs conveniently feature multiple start dates each year. Choose the start date that’s best for you.
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| Term | Start Date | App Deadline | Document Deadline | Registration Deadline | Tuition Deadline | Class End Date | Term Length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring I | 1/13/25 | 12/30/24 | 1/6/25 | 1/13/25 | 1/9/25 | 3/1/25 | 7 weeks |
| Spring II | 3/3/25 | 2/17/25 | 2/24/25 | 3/3/25 | 2/27/25 | 4/26/25 | 7 weeks |
| Summer I | 5/5/25 | 4/21/25 | 4/28/25 | 5/5/25 | 5/1/25 | 6/21/25 | 7 weeks |
| Summer II | 6/23/25 | 6/9/25 | 6/16/25 | 6/23/25 | 6/20/25 | 8/9/25 | 7 weeks |
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Admissions
Gather these application materials for the online HR Development MBA program
Let’s get started! The admission process is the first step toward earning your online degree. Familiarize yourself with these requirements for the MBA in HR Development online program, along with information on required documentation.
Admission Requirements:
- Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Satisfactory GMAT score or accepted GMAT waiver
- Resume
Prospective students seeking admission must submit the following in order for eligibility to be determined:
- Complete an online application.
- Pay the $50 application fee. The non-refundable fee must be paid before the application will be processed.
- Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited institution
- Resume
- Satisfactory GMAT score (or accepted GMAT waiver)
- Quantitative measures are integrated into an index that multiplies the applicant's last 60 upper-division undergraduate hour GPA times 200 and adds the total GMAT score (60-hour GPA X 200) + GMAT => 1000. An index score of greater that 1000 is typical of a successful candidate.
- If the student's last 60 upper-division undergraduate hour GPA is above 3.25, the GMAT may be waived
- If below a 3.25 GPA, applicants with three or more years of executive managerial experience, after completing a bachelor’s degree, earned in the U.S or with a U.S. government entity and who have a minimum 3.0 GPA on the last 60 upper-division undergraduate hour GPA may request to have the GMAT requirement waived by the Graduate Coordinator.
- In rare instances, the Graduate Record Examination (GRE) may be accepted in lieu of the GMAT
After reviewing all credentials (official transcripts, GMAT score, other relevant information), the Graduate Programs Coordinator and Soules College of Business Graduate Admissions Committee will determine if the student is accepted into the program. A degree plan will be prepared by the Graduate Programs Advisor with the student. Students will be notified of official acceptance into the program. Full admission must occur prior to enrollment beyond the first semester.
Students may request that the original institution send the transcripts electronically to [email protected]. Transcripts sent electronically will only be reviewed if they are received directly from the original school.
Provisional Admission
Provisional admission status is good for two start periods within the same semester. Official transcripts and any other missing documents must be submitted prior to enrollment in the first session of the second semester. A student who is not fully admitted by the beginning of the first session of the second semester will not be allowed to continue in the program until full admission requirements are met.
Learn more about financial aid opportunities and payment options.
Documents and official, sealed transcripts should be mailed to:
The University of Texas at Tyler
Office of Graduate Admissions, HPR 248
3900 University Blvd.,
Tyler, TX 75799
Have a question? Call us at 877-588-3286.
Courses
See what you’ll learn in the HR MBA courses
For the MBA in HR Development online, the curriculum comprises 12 courses covering 36 credit hours, including 27 hours of core courses and nine hours of electives, as detailed in the course schedule.
Students must take the following courses.
Students must take the following courses.
The UT Tyler online MBA program is ranked as a "Best Online MBA" by U.S. News & World Report (2025).
*Average completion time is 18-24 months. Program price above reflects tuition and fees for a student taking 2 courses per session and includes a $20 mandatory fee per session. Please notice if a student only takes 1 course (3 hours) per session, their total costs will be slightly higher based on the extra sessions ($2,407.29 x 12 = $28,887.48).