Human Resources
MSHR
Why study Human Resources?
In an increasingly competitive global marketplace, leaders know that people are an organization's most critical resource. Bottom-line business success depends on the quality of its employees and the effectiveness of employee relations. The Lindner Master of Science in Human Resources program prepares students for leadership roles in managing people and building employee capabilities.
Admission Requirements
Application Requirements:
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Resume - Ensure your resume clearly lists the dates of any professional (ex: full-time role, internships, co-ops), volunteer, non-profit, or any other leadership experiences. There is no formatting requirement, however, please review your resume for any grammatical mistakes and it should not be longer than 2 pages.
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Transcript - An unofficial transcript (or degree audit) is required from each institution attended, including in-progress coursework, even if from the University of Cincinnati. These documents must show a complete record of your courses and grades. Uploading an unofficial transcript is recommended, but an official transcript may also be sent. Your application will not be reviewed until all transcripts are received.
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Essays - At The University of Cincinnati Lindner College of Business, we value thought-driven leaders, with this in mind please upload a personal statement expressing the following:
- How will the MS HR program prepare you to meet your career goals?
- How does your background prepare you to be successful in the program?
- What short- or long-term career goals do you have?
- Optional: Is there something in your resume or application that needs a brief explanation? Areas in this field may include academic outliers, career breaks, completion of additional coursework, etc.
Formatting: We recommend the personal statement be between 250 and 500 words, double-spaced.
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Letters of Recommendation - Please select two recommenders who will be able to discuss your professional performance, academic performance, and/or work style. This can include previous supervisors, faculty members, or mentors. Letters of recommendation must come directly from the listed recommender on your application. IMPORTANT: Your application will not move forward in the review process until we receive both letters of recommendation.
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Standardized Tests - The GMAT and GRE are optional. If submitting scores, they must be sent officially from the testing agency.
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Application Fee - Applicants are required to complete the fee payment of $65 ($70 for international applicants) in order to complete their application.
In the graduate human resources degree program, you receive personalized career support connecting you to UC’s extensive network of business professionals in Cincinnati and the Midwest. Top employers who have hired recent graduates of the HR program include:
- Cincinnati Children's Hospital
- General Electric
- Health Carousel LLC
- Intelligrated
- Market6 Inc.
- Medpace Inc.
- PNC Financial Services
- Macy's
Our most successful graduates come with focused interest in the Human Resources function, excellent written and oral communication skills, and a deep interest in people. The ability to use data to address HR issues is also emerging as critical to success in HR.
Students from the Lindner MSHR program have positions with titles such as HR Director, HR Manager, HR Generalist, Director of Talent Acquisition, Benefits Director, and Compensation Manager. The Lindner Career Services office is available to assist MSHR students with placement upon graduation.
The information provided is sourced from a third party, Lightcast. Their product, called Career Coach, combines extensive labor market data from Lightcast and the U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics. It provides insights on industry, occupation, compensation, and projected growth for each profession. Economic and workforce information is available for various geographic regions. Some careers may require additional training or education.The degree of Master of Science in Human Resources is granted to those who satisfactorily complete the required course work, carrying a minimum GPA of 3.0 or more. The degree must be completed within five years of acceptance into the program. All students must contract for graduation and be enrolled for at least one credit hour of study during the academic year of graduation.
English Language Proficiency Requirements:
The following exams and minimum scores are accepted as proof of English proficiency:
- TOEFL: minimum score of 80 iBT
- IELTS: minimum score of 6.5 overall band
- Duolingo minimum score of 110
- PTE 54
- See this page for qualified waivers
Note: If you are an international student, please include your converted GPA using the WES iGPA Calculator in addition to your non-converted GPA and class (if applicable), as well as the country where you received your degree.
If your bachelor’s degree is a three-year degree you must submit the free WES degree equivalency tool.
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Application Deadlines
Fall 2025
- Final International Deadline: March 15, 2025
- Final Domestic Deadline: July 1, 2025
Summer 2025 (part-time only)
- Final Deadline: April 15, 2025
Spring 2026
- Final International & Priority Deadline: October 1, 2025
- Final Domestic Deadline: November 15, 2025
The Carl H. Lindner College of Business holds AACSB accreditation. AACSB International business accreditation is an achievement earned only by programs of the highest caliber. Institutions that earn accreditation confirm their commitment to quality and continuous improvement through a rigorous and comprehensive peer review. Less than one-third of U.S. business school programs and only 15% of business school programs worldwide meet the rigorous standards of AACSB International accreditation.
Contact Information
1319 Carl H. Lindner Hall
2906 Woodside Drive, PO Box 10211
cincinnati, 45221-0211
(513) 556-7020
graduate@uc.edu
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Program Code: 22MAS-HUMR-MSHR