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100% Online HR Management & Development Degrees 

Advance your career with a flexible, affordable degree from a respected university. 

BENEFITS

Why LSU Online HR Degrees?

Save Time & Money

Award-winning Faculty

Fast-growing Industry

Save time and money by transferring up to 75% of your credits.

Learn from the same experienced, award-winning faculty members who teach on campus.

Human resources jobs are projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations, according to the BLS.

Human Resources Programs

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Unmatched Student Support

All online students have access to dedicated Enrollment and Student Success Coaches. 

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Same Degree, No Commute

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

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Flexible Learning

Fit your studies around your schedule with an online format.

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Affordability

Programs combine affordability and quality to help advance your career.

HUMAN RESOURCES PROGRAMS

Featured Degrees

BS Degree

Leadership and Human Resource Development

Master of Science - LSU

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Total Credit Hours
36
Cost Per Credit Hour
$550
Total Cost
$19,800

This rigorous program equips you with the practical skills to develop people and organizations, manage change, and leverage data to become a well-rounded and strategic HR leader.

Admissions Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a foreign institution
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 (or last half-degree) on all undergraduate coursework and a 3.0 on any graduate work already completed
BS Degree

Leadership and Human Resource Development - Workforce Development

Master of Science - LSU

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Total Credit Hours
36
Cost Per Credit Hour
$550
Total Cost
$19,800

This concentration supplements the knowledge earned in the MS in LHRD with expertise in identifying, analyzing, and planning for broader workforce development trends that affect employee-employer dynamics in the workplace.

Admissions Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a foreign institution
  • Minimum GPA of 3.0 (or last half-degree) on all undergraduate coursework and a 3.0 on any graduate work already completed
BS Degree

General Business - Human Resource Management

Bachelor of Science - LSU

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Total Credit Hours
120
Cost Per Credit Hour
$399
Total Cost
$47,880

Admissions Requirements:

  • 3.0 Core GPA on the 19 units of college-preparatory high school courses as outlined in the LSU Core
  • LSU is a test-optional institution which means applicants will have the choice to select if they wish to have their ACT or SAT scores considered for admission.
BS Degree

Leadership and Human Resource Development

Bachelor of Science - LSU

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Total Credit Hours
120
Cost Per Credit Hour
$399
Total Cost
$47,880

Admissions Requirements:

  • 3.0 Core GPA on the 19 units of college-preparatory high school courses as outlined in the LSU Core
  • LSU is a test-optional institution which means applicants will have the choice to select if they wish to have their ACT or SAT scores considered for admission.
BS Degree

Management & Administration - Human Resource Management

Bachelor of Science - LSU Shreveport

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Total Credit Hours
120
Cost Per Credit Hour
$301
Total Cost
$36,061

Admissions Requirements:

  • Completion or on track to complete the Board of Regents High School Core curriculum
  • 2.0 cumulative High School GPA (on 4.0 scale)
  • An ACT English sub-score greater than or equal to an 18 (SAT Critical Reading 450) AND an ACT Math sub-score greater than or equal to a 19 (SAT Math 460)
  • Cumulative CORE curriculum GPA of at least 2.0 (on 4.0 scale) OR An ACT composite score of at least 20 or an SAT combined Critical Reading and Math score of 940
TOP RANKED PROGRAMS

The BS in General Business - Human Resource Management and the BS in Leadership & Human Resource Development (LHRD) are ranked among the best bachelor’s programs and the best programs for veterans by U.S. News & World Report. 

Ranked Among Best Bachelor’s Programs

SAME DEGREE, 100% ONLINE

Earn an HR Degree on Your Terms

Modern organizations need HR professionals who can lead, innovate, and navigate an ever-changing workforce. The online Human Resources Management & Development degrees from LSU and LSU Shreveport address this critical need by equipping you with the in-demand skills for success. 

In these programs, you'll develop expertise in managing people, processes, and organizations. You'll learn how to become an essential part of an organization and gain the skills to launch your HR career to new heights. With these affordable, flexible programs, you can invest in your future without sacrificing your current life. 

You'll learn how to become an essential part of an organization and gain the skills to launch your HR career to new heights. 

CAREERS IN HUMAN RESOURCES

Job Trends & Salaries

Human Resources Managers

$136,350

5%

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

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

Median Annual Wage

Job Growth

Human Resources Specialists

6%

$67,650

According to the BLS, the median annual wage for human resources specialists was $67,650 in May 2023. 

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

Median Annual Wage

Job Growth

DON'T JUST TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT

Hear From a Graduate

The LHRD program has exceptional faculty members whose distinct approaches and perspectives greatly enriched my learning experience this past year.”

Mary Bordelon

Graduate of LSU MS in LHRD

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

You Might Be Wondering

Will my degree say I earned it online?

No, graduates receive the same diploma as on-campus peers.

Will I pay out-of-state tuition if I am outside of Louisiana?

There are no out-of-state fees. Fully online programs offer the same flat-rate tuition no matter where you live.

How do online classes work?

LSU Online is a flexible fit for learners offering six starts a year and seven-week terms. All courses are designed to be fully accessible and engage learners, no matter where you are located.

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ENROLL TODAY

Talk to an Enrollment Coach

Enrollment Coaches are happy to answer any questions you have about LSU Online programs. As part of your dedicated student support team, we're here for you from application to graduation. Let us help you take the first step toward advancing your educational goals. 

The information provided on this website is intended for general informational purposes only and is subject to change without notice. While we strive to use reputable sources, we do not control the content provided by third parties. Visit ce.lsu.edu or online.lsu.edu for more information. Complete degree program admission requirements are not listed on this page. Alternative requirements may be applied depending on your personal situation. All programs of the LSU system are accredited under the institution’s accreditation (A&M, Shreveport, Alexandria, Eunice, HSC-NOLA, H-Shreveport). Visit online.lsu.edu for more information.

1Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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