Human Resource Development Online
Application Deadlines
Fall admission: May 15, 2013
Spring admission: October 1
For details on how to apply please visit the Prospective Students page.
Program Summary | Certificate Option
Program Summary
The Master of Education (Ed.M.) in Education Policy, Organization & Leadership (EPOL) with a concentration in Human Resource Development (HRD) at the University of Illinois is designed for individuals currently working in or aspiring to human resource development positions in a variety of organizational sectors. The program emphasizes:
- Training and Development
- Workplace Learning
- Organization Development
- Performance Improvement
Our HRD students and graduates work for community-based groups, corporations, educational institutions, government agencies, healthcare organizations, the military, and non-profit organizations. Courses are highly interactive and provide participants with a focus on training and development, organization development, and the use of technology for performance improvement at the individual and organizational levels.
Here's what others have been saying about the program:
- Ranked "Top Ten" nationally by U.S. News & World Report.
- Won "Outstanding HRD Program of the Year" from the Academy of Human Resource Development.
- Named a "Top 10 Best Buy" among HR-related online programs by GetEducated.com.
Certificate Option
For those interested in a certificate rather than a master's degree, a four-course certificate in Human Resource Development is offered. This professional development option is available for those who have completed a bachelor's degree. The certificate is awarded upon successful completion of four courses in the HRD program.
See our HRD Certificate Page for additional information.
