Ithaca,
NY,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Industrial and Labor Relations - Dispute Resolution in Ithaca United States | Cornell University
Cornell University
|
Ithaca United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
42,688
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
The MILR program is a two-year, on-campus graduate degree located in Ithaca, NY, tailored for future leaders in human resources and labor relations. This professional degree equips students to address critical workplace challenges including organizational performance, employee welfare, and labor-management dynamics. The curriculum emphasizes leadership development, strategic decision-making, and conflict management techniques, blending academic theory with practical application. Seasoned HR executives and labor relations professionals actively engage with students, sharing insights on real-world workplace challenges. For those specializing in Dispute Resolution, the program offers pathways to become mediators, arbitrators, or conflict management consultants. The expanding field of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) in employment and other sectors presents numerous opportunities for graduates. Many corporations now maintain dedicated ADR specialists, while government entities like the U.S. Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service and international organizations such as the International Labour Organization regularly hire dispute resolution professionals. With diverse career possibilities available, this concentration provides adaptable programming to align with individual student goals and aspirations.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
From all colleges or universities you've attended must be submitted. You must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, or an equivalent international degree.
Transcripts
Upon submission of your application, you must upload unofficial transcripts from all colleges or universities you've attended. You must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, or an equivalent international degree. (See Cornell's list of International Degree Equivalencies) There is no specific minimum grade point average used as a cut-off, although undergraduate coursework and grades are a factor in the admission decisions. Please note that admitted applicants who accept their offer will be required to submit official transcripts.
Recommendations
Two (2) letters of recommendation are required. Academic recommendations are preferred, but professional recommendations are also accepted. Letters of recommendation need to be submitted via the applicant's online application.
Interview
After submitting an application for the MILR program, you will be invited to record an online video interview. For your convenience, our interview questions have been pre-recorded so that you can complete your responses at any time. The video interview is part of a holistic assessment that will be considered alongside your completed application. Detailed information about the video interviews will be provided by email after you submit your application.
Resume
All applicants are required to submit a resume with their application.
Academic Statement of Purpose
All applicants are required to submit a statement of purpose with their application.
GRE or GMAT Scores
The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) test scores are not required for the spring 2023 and fall 2024 admission cycle.
Overall band score for the IELTS is 7.0.
Minimum sub-scores for each element of the TOEFL are: Listening: 15, Reading: 20, Speaking: 22, Writing: 20.
Transcripts
Upon submission of your application, you must upload unofficial transcripts from all colleges or universities you've attended. You must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution, or an equivalent international degree. (See Cornell's list of International Degree Equivalencies) There is no specific minimum grade point average used as a cut-off, although undergraduate coursework and grades are a factor in the admission decisions. Please note that admitted applicants who accept their offer will be required to submit official transcripts.
Recommendations
Two (2) letters of recommendation are required. Academic recommendations are preferred, but professional recommendations are also accepted. Letters of recommendation need to be submitted via the applicant's online application.
Interview
After submitting an application for the MILR program, you will be invited to record an online video interview. For your convenience, our interview questions have been pre-recorded so that you can complete your responses at any time. The video interview is part of a holistic assessment that will be considered alongside your completed application. Detailed information about the video interviews will be provided by email after you submit your application.
Resume
All applicants are required to submit a resume with their application.
Academic Statement of Purpose
All applicants are required to submit a statement of purpose with their application.
GRE or GMAT Scores
The Graduate Record Exam (GRE) or Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) test scores are not required for the spring 2023 and fall 2024 admission cycle.
Overall band score for the IELTS is 7.0.
Minimum sub-scores for each element of the TOEFL are: Listening: 15, Reading: 20, Speaking: 22, Writing: 20.
Tuition
USD
42,688