Master of Professional Studies in Human Resources Management
FAQs
Human Resources Management Program Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Georgetown program different from other HR programs?
When are admissions decisions made?
How do I know if my application is complete?
How soon after I have submitted a completed application will I have a decision?
When can I enter the program?
When are classes held?
How long does it take to complete the program?
What are the required courses?
What are the concentrations?
How soon after acceptance do I have to declare my concentration?
How many credits are required to complete the degree?
I am concentrating in one area, but I see a class in another concentration that I’d like to take. Can I take that class?
I do not have any experience in human resources. Will this put me at a disadvantage?
What about housing information?
I still have questions. Where can I go for more help?
How is the Georgetown program different from other HR programs?
Our Human Resources Management program provides practical, workplace-ready instruction on human resources management. Classes are taught primarily by business-leading HR and diversity practitioners.
The program is designed with the critical human capital needs of today’s companies in mind. As a result we develop students with strong foundations in business ethics, savvy in understanding global business and diversity management issues, solid strategic thinking skills and strong know-how to use critical strategic thinking and analysis to solve business challenges.
An expert advisory board of business leaders ensures that program instruction is up-to-date, interactive and practical. Students, throughout their Georgetown education, work directly with advisory board members as program mentors and in the required Strategic Thinking in HR course.
Finally, unlike any other human resources management program, our students can take advantage of the educational opportunity of a lifetime – the chance to spend one week in a unique immersion program in London or Paris, solving actual HR challenges for leading global businesses.
When are admissions decisions made?
Decisions are made on a rolling basis: when we receive a completed application, it is reviewed and a decision is made. This means that as each completed file comes in, a decision is made. Thus, applicants are encouraged to get completed applications in as soon as possible. Incomplete files will not be considered.
How do I know if my application is complete?
Please contact the Georgetown School of Continuing Studies Admissions at 202-687-8700 or via e-mail at scsenrollment@georgetown.edu.
How soon after I have submitted a completed application will I have a decision?
Assuming that your application is complete, you should receive a decision no later than four weeks after we receive your application. In some cases, when there are heavy volumes of applications for review, the decision process can take slightly longer.
When can I enter the program?
Students can enter the program in the fall, spring or summer.
When are classes held?
Students will attend classes during evenings and on some weekends.
How long does it take to complete the program?
The Master’s program can be completed in 18 months by full-time students with year-round attendance of classes. It will take part-time students 24 months to complete the program with year-round attendance of classes.
The Certificate program can be completed in one year.
What are the required courses?
Please visit the Degree/Certificate Requirements page for a detailed explanation of requirements, course options and concentration descriptions for the Master of Professional Studies (MPS) program in Human Resources Management.
What are the concentrations?
Both the Master’s and Certificate programs require concentrations in one of the following: Strategic Human Capital Management, Diversity and Inclusion Management or International Human Resources Management.
How soon after acceptance do I have to declare my concentration?
You must do so right after acceptance.
How many credits are required to complete the degree?
For the Master’s program: 30 credits (10 courses).
For the Advanced Professional Certificate: 15 Credits (5 courses).
I am concentrating in one area, but I see a class in another concentration that I’d like to take. Can I take that class?
You may be able to. You need to get approval from the Program Dean’s office to take the course.
I do not have any experience in human resources. Will this put me at a disadvantage?
We will admit students with differing levels of human resources and/or diversity management experience, including students with no HR experience at all. Each student candidate is evaluated individually and holistically. Prior work experience is only one of several factors used in the decision process for admissions. Students who are admitted without human resources management experience will be required to take the Foundations of HR course.
What about housing information?
For information, see http://housing.georgetown.edu/.
I still have questions. Where can I go for more help?
Please contact our Admissions Advisor for help in answering your questions.
