$2,785 Per credit
$27,562 Per term (10-12 credits)
Master of Science in Human Capital Management
Leverage People Power with an MS in Human Capital Management
Human capital management professionals are poised at an exciting crossroads where empowering employees, problem-solving, and technology convene. The MS in Human Capital Management (HCM) is a SHRM-aligned program that addresses the demand for strategic human capital professionals with specialized expertise in leveraging technology and analytics effectively in order to lead and manage talent in today's global organizations.
Taught by leading practitioners, this program explores human capital management and organizational behavior, data-driven metrics, managerial decision making, and business strategy and ethics.
Leverage People Power with an MS in Human Capital Management
Tuition*
# of Credits
30 credits
Study Options
Online: may be completed 100% online
Hybrid: choose a mix of online and onsite courses
Onsite: all courses onsite
Online | Onsite | Hybrid
Fall | Spring | Summer
Full-time | Part-time
Minimum Duration
12 months
*See NYU Bursar site for more info.
9%
job growth 2024-2034
$108.9K
median salary
93%
working and/or in school
12,081
Global Division of Programs in Business (DPB) alumni
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Why This Degree?
SHRM Accreditation
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This program is aligned and accredited to SHRM standards.
SHRM Re-Accreditation
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The NYU SPS Human Capital Management Department is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.
Where You’ll Go
Alumni join a network of leaders who work with top companies and their HR departments.
Where Our Alumni Work
- Accenture
- AIG
- Amazon
- American Express
- Bank of China
- CBS
- Citi
- Data People
- Ernst & Young
- Goldman Sachs
- Hungry Panda
- IBM
- Interpublic Group
- Meta
- Morgan Stanley
- NBC Universal
- Northwell Health
- NYU
- United Nations
- Willis Towers Watson
What Our Alumni Do
- Benefits Specialist
- Compensation manager
- HR and workforce Data analytics
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Human Resources Generalist
- Leadership Development
- Learning and Development
- People Operations
- Talent Acquisition
- University Career Services
The above data is sourced from Lightcast
Real World Experiences
Your journey might begin in the classroom, but we ensure that you can learn through experience—rolling up your sleeves and taking your studies to the real world.
International HR Management - NYU Washington, DC (GFI)
Held every Summer, students gain a comprehensive overview of the Washington, DC job market. Students explore industries and industry sectors that make up the DC employment market and gain an understanding of the major employers in the area.
Learn more About Global Field Intensives
International HR Management - NYU Abu Dhabi (GFI)
Students learn HR practices and strategies in the gulf state regions. Through field site visits in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, students determine the impact of employment practices on business development in the geopolitical context of the Middle East.
Learn More About Global Field IntensivesAlumni
Meet alumni who are achieving their ambitions for the future in human capital management.
School is meant to be a place for cultivation, so don't be afraid to explore any topic of your choice."
School is meant to be a place for cultivation, so don't be afraid to explore any topic of your choice."
Faculty
Our professors are masters of the classroom, but what they teach comes directly from their own experience in human capital management.
View Faculty DirectoryDr. Valentine began by recounting his research process at The New York Times, where he served as VP of Human Resources from 2008 to 2012."
Michael Valentine
Clinical Associate Professor, Division of Programs in Business
Read Michael's Story
Dr. Valentine began by recounting his research process at The New York Times, where he served as VP of Human Resources from 2008 to 2012."
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Human Capital Management?
Human Capital Management (HCM) refers to initiatives, strategies, and activities designed to optimize the capabilities and overall potential of a workforce. The program aims to support the alignment between an organization's strategic aspirations and its ability to meet those strategic objectives.
Why is Human Capital Management important?
Human Capital Management is vital for organizations as it aligns HR practices with business goals. It ensures effective talent acquisition, hiring process, employee development, and performance management. HCM enables data-driven decision-making and strategic workforce planning, and it fosters a positive workplace culture for enhanced engagement and satisfaction. Additionally, it contributes to compliance, cost management, succession planning, and global talent management, making it a cornerstone for organizational success, adaptability, and sustainability.
What does SHRM-Aligned curriculum mean for me?
The courses that make up the MS program incorporate the elements of the Society of Human Resource Management competency model. This alignment ensures students will be exposed to key skills necessary for future success in the field of HRM practice.
Why pursue a career in human capital management?
Pursuing a career in this field allows practitioners to contribute to organizational culture and the success of a company in many ways. It is the essential link between employee contribution and the organization's strategic goals, values, and mission. Because HCM touches so many aspects of the workplace, practitioners in this field can work in a variety of roles that fit their strengths and interests.
What is the standard meeting pattern of the courses?
Most of our courses meet in the evenings starting at 6:20pm ET with the occasional afternoon offering starting at 2:20pm ET or Saturday morning offering at 9:20am ET. Courses will either meet for 6-7 sessions if they are 1.5 credits or 13 - 14 sessions if they are 3 credits. The exception is the Foundations of Human Capital Management Immersion which runs for five full consecutive days after Labor Day (Tuesday - Saturday, 9:30am - 5:30pm) with an additional follow-up session later in the semester.
