Earn a flexible HR degree from an established university in just one year.  

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Develop skills in leadership development, research, HR analytics, communication, and more—skills employers actively seek.

Students can potentially finish the required 36 credit hours in as little as 1 year.

Earn a diploma identical to every LSU graduate. There is no mention of online in your degree.

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The median annual wage for human resources managers was $136,350 in 2023.¹

Specialize your education and gain the expertise to address challenges related to the future of work.

Earn credit for prior learning from your previous professional certifications or military experience. 

Employment of human resources specialists is projected to grow 6% by 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.¹

LSU has been selected as one of the best military-friendly online colleges for 2025 and recognized for Exceptional Veteran Support by OnlineU.

Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a foreign institution  

Admission requirements for the LSU MS in Leadership and HR Development online program include the following:

Minimum GPA of 3.0 (or last half-degree) on all undergraduate coursework and a 3.0 on any graduate work already completed

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This rigorous program equips you with the practical skills in developing people and organizations, change management, and analytics to become a well-rounded and strategic HR leader. Deepen your expertise with a concentration in Workforce Development, focusing on trends that shape employee-employer dynamics.  

This online format allows you to complete your degree in as little as one year. At the same time, flexible courses help you to balance your studies with work and your personal life.  

Employment of human resources specialists is projected to grow 6 percent by 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.¹

Employment of human resources managers is projected to grow 5 percent by 2032, faster than the average for all occupations.¹ 

The median annual wage for human resources specialists was $67,650 in 2023.¹

According to the BLS, the median annual wage for human resources managers was $136,350 in 2023. 

The online MS in LHRD helped give me the credentials to launch my career in workforce development and start my own consulting firm. It was a ready-to-go package that fit my work schedule and lifestyle."

Callie H.

Graduate, MS in Leadership and HR Development

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