$140k+
Median Salary for HR Managers
The median annual wage for human resources managers was $140,030 in May 2024.
100% Online HR Management & Development Degrees Advance Your Career
Why Online HR Management & Development Degrees?
Save Time & Money
Save time and money by transferring up to 75% of your credits.
Award-Winning Faculty
Learn from the same experienced, award-winning faculty members who teach on campus.
Fast-Growing Industry
Human resources jobs are projected to grow faster than the average for all occupations, according to the BLS.
The LSU Online Advantage
Unmatched Student Support
All online students have access to dedicated Enrollment and Student Success Coaches.
Same Degree, No Commute
Earn a diploma identical to every LSU graduate. There is no mention of online in your degree.
Flexible Learning
Fit your studies around your schedule with an online format.
Affordability
Programs combine affordability and quality to help advance your career.
Featured Degrees
Leadership and Human Resource Development
Master of Science
- 36 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $585
- Cost per credit hour
- $21,060
- Total cost with fees
This rigorous program equips you with the practical skills to develop people and organizations, manage change, and leverage data to become a well-rounded and strategic HR leader.
Admissions Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a foreign institution
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 (or last half-degree) on all undergraduate coursework and a 3.0 on any graduate work already completed
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Leadership and Human Resource Development: Workforce Development
Master of Science
- 36 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $585
- Cost per credit hour
- $21,060
- Total cost with fees
This concentration supplements the knowledge earned in the MS in LHRD with expertise in identifying, analyzing, and planning for broader workforce development trends that affect employee-employer dynamics in the workplace.
Admissions Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. institution or equivalent from a foreign institution
- Minimum GPA of 3.0 (or last half-degree) on all undergraduate coursework and a 3.0 on any graduate work already completed
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General Business: Human Resource Management
Bachelor of Science
- 120 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $465
- Cost per credit hour
- $13,950
- Total cost with fees and maximum transfer credits
- $55,800
- Total cost with fees
Elevate your HR expertise at the strategic level. This AACSB-accredited program, offered through the LSU E. J. Ourso College of Business, equips you with business knowledge and skills in HR policy implementation, job evaluation methods, and compensation strategies.
Admissions Requirements
- 3.0 Core GPA on the 19 units of college-preparatory high school courses as outlined in the LSU Core
- LSU is a test-optional institution which means applicants will have the choice to select if they wish to have their ACT or SAT scores considered for admission.
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Leadership and Human Resource Development
Bachelor of Science
- 120 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $465
- Cost per credit hour
- $13,950
- Total cost with fees and maximum transfer credits
- $55,800
- Total cost with fees
This SHRM Academically Aligned Program helps you cultivate the skill set needed to make the people in organizations more agile, prepare the workforce for change, connect employees with their work, and more.
Admissions Requirements
- 3.0 Core GPA on the 19 units of college-preparatory high school courses as outlined in the LSU Core
- LSU is a test-optional institution which means applicants will have the choice to select if they wish to have their ACT or SAT scores considered for admission.
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Management & Administration: Human Resources Management
Bachelor of Science
- 120 credit hours
- Total credit hours per program
- $306
- Cost per credit hour
- $9,165
- Total cost with fees and maximum transfer credits
- $36,6611
- Total cost with fees
1 The total cost above does not include transfer credit or financial aid. Cost per credit hour and fees are subject to change. Fee schedules may vary by program depending on course-specific fees for proctoring and/or books. Please contact a Student Success Coach for more information.
Offered through the LSU Shreveport College of Business, this program equips you with the essential knowledge needed to thrive in business and HR. Learn to manage diverse workplaces through courses in organizational behavior, workforce training, and conflict management.
The degree was ranked #1 among the Most Affordable Online Bachelor's Degrees by Best-Universities.net in 2024.
Admissions Requirements
- Completion or on track to complete the Board of Regents High School Core curriculum
- 2.0 cumulative High School GPA (on 4.0 scale)
- An ACT English sub-score greater than or equal to an 18 (SAT Critical Reading 450) AND an ACT Math sub-score greater than or equal to a 19 (SAT Math 460)
- Cumulative CORE curriculum GPA of at least 2.0 (on 4.0 scale) OR An ACT composite score of at least 20 or an SAT combined Critical Reading and Math score of 940
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Ranked Among Best Bachelor’s Programs
The BS in General Business - Human Resource Management and the BS in Leadership & Human Resource Development (LHRD) are ranked among the best bachelor’s programs and the best programs for veterans by U.S. News & World Report.
Earn an HR Degree on Your Terms
Modern organizations need HR professionals who can lead, innovate, and navigate an ever-changing workforce.
The online Human Resources Management & Development degrees from LSU and LSU Shreveport address this critical need by equipping you with the in-demand skills for success.
In these programs, you'll develop expertise in managing people, processes, and organizations. You'll learn how to become an essential part of an organization and gain the skills to launch your HR career to new heights. With these affordable, flexible programs, you can invest in your future without sacrificing your current life
Don't Just Take Our Word for It
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my degree say I earned it online?
No, graduates receive the same diploma as on-campus peers.
Will I pay out-of-state tuition if I am outside of Louisiana?
There are no out-of-state fees. Fully online programs offer the same flat-rate tuition no matter where you live.
How do online classes work?
LSU Online is a flexible fit for learners offering six starts a year and seven-week terms. All courses are designed to be fully accessible and engage learners, no matter where you are located.
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Take the first step forward by completing the form, and our enrollment team will contact you soon to discuss:
- What program meets your academic and career goals
- Financial aid options (employer funding, military benefits)
- Receiving credit for past education (transfer, professional development)
- The admissions process and timeline
