HRD Degree Programs

The Division of Human Resource Development in the Department of Education Policy, Organization and Leadership is recognized at the state, national, and international levels as a leading center for research and education on individual and organization development within the framework of lifelong learning. The Division educates and trains future researchers and scholars, reflective practitioners, and leaders for a wide variety of organizations and institutions; its unique strength lies in the integration of psychology, organization studies, adult education, instructional design and technology, and global perspectives for individual and organizational excellence.
As part of a scholarly community in a premier research institution of higher learning, the Division of Human Resource Development engages in forward-looking research, graduate and professional education, and outreach activities for numerous constituencies. In alignment with these aims, its mission is to:

1. Create and disseminate new knowledge about human resource development through disciplined inquiry using multiple methodological approaches and theoretical frameworks.
2. Provide quality education that equips students with the strong academic foundation needed for improving learning and performance in education, business, healthcare, military, non-profit and government organizations.
3. Enhance the lives and productivity of our many constituencies by providing expertise and assistance through consulting activities, social engagement, and community development.

Core Division faculty members:

Rose Mary Cordova Wentling, Professor
W. David Huang, Assistant Professor
Ron L. Jacobs, Professor
Russ Korte, Assistant Professor
K. Peter Kuchinke, Professor
Jessica Li, Assistant Professor

Our degree programs are availablel to both on-campus students and to professionanls throughout the world. All programs are the same quality and we make no distiction between degrees received online or on-campus.

On-Campus Degree Programs

Online Master's Programs

Master's Programs - Human Resource Education Develop skills for human resource development positions through a hands-on and conceptual understanding of training and development, organization development, and the use of technology for performance improvement. Doctoral Programs Develop advanced conceptual and research skills for use in academic careers, consulting, and high-level management positions in a variety of organizational sectors.

Master of Education - Human Resource Development concentration Develop skills for human resource development positions through a hands-on and conceptual understanding of training and development, organization development, and the use of technology for performance improvement. Master of Education - Community College Teaching and Learning concentration Increase your teaching effectiveness and build instructional leadership capacities by developing conceptual and hands-on skills in curriculum design, learning technologies, student development, and innovative learning approaches. Master of Education - eLearning concentration Gain the knowledge necessary to create high-quality eLearning courses, as well as the skills to deliver and assess eLearning programs for tomorrow’s students and workforce. Master of Education - Health Profession Education emphasis Become a more effective practitioner by learning about cutting-edge educational concepts within the context of the healthcare sector.