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Master of Science in Leadership and Human Resource Development

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Master of Science in Leadership and Human Resource Development

Louisiana State University

Develop leadership and organizational development skills

Build skills in leadership development, applied research methods, human resource analytics, and more

GRE Waiver

Applications may be submitted without a GRE exam score

Finish in as few as 12 months

With 12 courses and only 36 hours needed for degree completion, students can finish in less than one year

100% online

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Advance Your Career in HR and Organizational Change 

LSU’s online Master of Science in Leadership & Human Resource Development enables students to become skilled, versatile organizational development professionals. Delivered by one of the country’s leading human resources master’s programs, the MS is designed for people who want to advance their HR career, lead change, and develop people and organizations. 

Our graduates are successful Organizational Development specialists, Chief Learning Officers, Human Resource Directors, Human Resource Development consultants, HR Specialists, and Training Directors. They work in the health sector, education, manufacturing and business, IT, community development and non-profit organizations, international development, and hospitality and tourism.

What’s in this degree program?

Ideal for aspiring or current human resources professionals who want to advance their careers or transition into rewarding positions in human resource development.
Taught by an award-winning faculty comprising educators who are among the best in their fields, ensuring that students receive the highest-quality education possible.
Earn your degree in as little as 12 months.
Concentration in Workforce Development available.
Offered at 36 credit hours.
Earn college credit toward the degree with certifications from SHRM and more.

Application Information

Applications are now open!

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Spring 2 application deadline: March 4, 2024
  • Summer 1 application deadline: May 13, 2024
  • Summer 2 application deadline: June 24, 2024

Learn more about this program

Request more info and start your application


Develop leadership and organizational development skills

Build skills in leadership development, applied research methods, human resource analytics, and more

GRE Waiver

Applications may be submitted without a GRE exam score

Finish in as few as 12 months

With 12 courses and only 36 hours needed for degree completion, students can finish in less than one year

100% online

Lecture videos, hands-on projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Develop leadership and organizational development skills

Build skills in leadership development, applied research methods, human resource analytics, and more

GRE Waiver

Applications may be submitted without a GRE exam score

Advance Your Career in HR and Organizational Change 

LSU’s online Master of Science in Leadership & Human Resource Development enables students to become skilled, versatile organizational development professionals. Delivered by one of the country’s leading human resources master’s programs, the MS is designed for people who want to advance their HR career, lead change, and develop people and organizations. 

Our graduates are successful Organizational Development specialists, Chief Learning Officers, Human Resource Directors, Human Resource Development consultants, HR Specialists, and Training Directors. They work in the health sector, education, manufacturing and business, IT, community development and non-profit organizations, international development, and hospitality and tourism.

What’s in this degree program?

Ideal for aspiring or current human resources professionals who want to advance their careers or transition into rewarding positions in human resource development.
Taught by an award-winning faculty comprising educators who are among the best in their fields, ensuring that students receive the highest-quality education possible.
Earn your degree in as little as 12 months.
Concentration in Workforce Development available.
Offered at 36 credit hours.
Earn college credit toward the degree with certifications from SHRM and more.

Application Information

Applications are now open!

Upcoming Deadlines

  • Spring 2 application deadline: March 4, 2024
  • Summer 1 application deadline: May 13, 2024
  • Summer 2 application deadline: June 24, 2024
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Develop leadership and cutting-edge organization development skills

The program fully covers leadership development, applied research methods, human resource analytics, and more. Ideal applicants are experienced professionals ready to become leaders.

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Affordable Flat-Rate Tuition Nationwide

  • $19,800 USD Tuition Total Our MS program is 36 credit hours, which gives you the opportunity to complete the program in just one year.
  • Save Time and Money Find savings and earn credit from previous work or training, or as demonstrated by your industry certifications, through Prior Learning Assessment.
  • Pay As You Go You only pay for the classes you are enrolled in each term.
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Choose Your Pathway 

Designed to offer a customized and flexible pathway to meet our student’s career goals.

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Start your application today

The application deadline is coming up soon. Submit your application by March 4, 2024.

Frequently asked questions

No, upon completion of your program you will receive the same diploma as your on-campus peers.

No, you do not. LSU Online programs are 100% online and require no on-campus appearance. Check with your program for any activities or events that may be available to you should be in the Baton Rouge area.

LSU Online Orientation is available virtually. Upon admission, you will receive an email in your LSU email account that provides links to orientation information.

Start your application today

The application deadline is coming up soon. Submit your application by March 4, 2024.