MHR & MDATA

This unique degree program combines expertise in managing human resources (MHR) with the skills needed for effective decision-making in the era of big data (MDATA). The MHR program provides comprehensive training in people management, covering talent acquisition, labor relations, compensation, and organizational development. The MDATA degree equips graduates with the knowledge of data management and analysis applicable to various organizations.

Year 1 - MHR Degree

Fall Courses (15 Credits)

  • Managing Projects
  • Applied HR Research
  • Talent Acquisition and Retention
  • Team & Interpersonal Effectiveness
  • Labor & Employee Relations
  • Global Strategic Thinking*

Spring Courses (15 Credits)

  • Training & Organization
  • Total Rewards & Employee Performance
  • Leadership and Operational Excellence
  • Negotiation and Mediation
  • Employment Law
  • Global Strategic Thinking*
 

*Students will complete an international trip (Global Learning Experience) during spring break of year one with the MHR program.

Year 2 - MHR/MMIS Degree

Fall Courses (18 Credits)

MHR Courses

  • Human Resource Analytics
  • Human Resource Policy & Strategy

MDATA Core Courses

  • Intro to R
  • Stat Viz. in R
  • Database Management
  • Intro to Python
  • Intro to Lin. Reg. and ML

Spring Courses (12 Credits)

MDATA Courses

  • Stat learning and Data Mining
  • MDATA Capstone
  • DATA 6xxx Elective
  • DATA 6xxx Elective
  • IS Independent Reading
  • Internship