Philadelphia,
PA,
United States
Type
Private
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of Legal Studies - Human Resources Compliance in Philadelphia United States | Drexel University
Drexel University
|
Philadelphia United States
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Qualification
Masters Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
USD
17,010
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
30 months
The evolving workforce has transformed the role of modern Human Resources departments. Today's HR specialists handle an expanding range of crucial duties, from recruitment and dismissals to staff development, performance management, and internal communications. What sets our program apart is its concentrated emphasis on the vital legal challenges HR practitioners encounter regularly. Participants will gain skills in legal research, policy formulation, ethical guideline creation, and building robust compliance systems. This specialized training equips graduates with advanced competencies to help organizations minimize legal risks and liabilities.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other postsecondary educational institutions including trade schools attended
Two letters of recommendation professional or academic
Letters should speak to your performance and accomplishments and attest to your ability to succeed within the program
Submit one of the following
Academic Writing Sample
Submit a previously graded academic paper
A Problem of Practice 750word maximum
Identify and describe a problem of practice relevant to your current or a former context of professional practice
Describe the significance of this problem to this organization
Based on your present understanding of the problem discuss the potential underlying causes and contributing factors that have created the current challenges
What questions could be explored to learn more about the problem that may help to create potential solutions
Resume
Quality and quantity of professional experience will be evaluated
Standardized test score reports GMAT GRE LSAT MCAT can be submitted but are not required
Additional requirements for International Students
Minimum requirements
TOEFL 550 paper exam
TOEFL 79 computer exam
IELTS 6.5
Although requirements vary by program regular admission typically requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 B for undergraduate work The average for any graduate work must be at least 3.0 Applicants for post-master's status must show potential for further study by having maintained at least a 3.0 average in their masters-level studies Individual departmental requirements may exceed these minimums.
Official transcripts from all universities or colleges and other postsecondary educational institutions including trade schools attended
Two letters of recommendation professional or academic
Letters should speak to your performance and accomplishments and attest to your ability to succeed within the program
Submit one of the following
Academic Writing Sample
Submit a previously graded academic paper
A Problem of Practice 750word maximum
Identify and describe a problem of practice relevant to your current or a former context of professional practice
Describe the significance of this problem to this organization
Based on your present understanding of the problem discuss the potential underlying causes and contributing factors that have created the current challenges
What questions could be explored to learn more about the problem that may help to create potential solutions
Resume
Quality and quantity of professional experience will be evaluated
Standardized test score reports GMAT GRE LSAT MCAT can be submitted but are not required
Additional requirements for International Students
Minimum requirements
TOEFL 550 paper exam
TOEFL 79 computer exam
IELTS 6.5
Although requirements vary by program regular admission typically requires a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.0 B for undergraduate work The average for any graduate work must be at least 3.0 Applicants for post-master's status must show potential for further study by having maintained at least a 3.0 average in their masters-level studies Individual departmental requirements may exceed these minimums.
Tuition
USD
17,010