ELEVATING THE HR PROFESSIONAL

This program is designed to develop in-depth knowledge and advanced skills necessary to create the human resources leaders and specialists of the future – a highly sought after profession in the job market. It seeks to develop the student’s knowledge in foundational human resource theories and frameworks and enhance their ability to evaluate relevant problems, develop creative strategies and solutions, and ultimately drive the success of their organization through unlocking the full potential of its human talent.

Candidates undergo a cohort based, one and a half year program which covers 8 different subjects each designed with industry needs in mind. An Integrative Industry Project is the capstone of this degree which allows candidates to apply the knowledge gained during the program. This program is open for both genders. KFUPM Business School is proud to have enrolled its first cohort starting September 2021.

What our graduates say about the program

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My time in the KFUPM HR Master’s program was invaluable. It seamlessly blended cutting-edge theory with practical business strategy, making me a more effective and strategic HR professional. This program is the reason I was able to transition into a leadership role and immediately contribute at a higher level to my organization’s success.

Khalid AlShurayhi
Sr. Manager, SWP & Planning Corporate HR, SABIC
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Completing my Master’s in HR at KFUPM was a meaningful and enriching experience. The program combined strong HR foundations with practical application, allowing me to better understand how people, policies, and organizational priorities come together. Learning from experienced faculty and engaging with colleagues from diverse backgrounds added real depth to the discussions and made the experience highly relevant to real workplace challenges. The knowledge and perspective I gained have strengthened my ability to contribute thoughtfully to HR initiatives and continue growing as an HR professional.

Razan Almubarki
Analyst, HR SABIC

Degree Plan

First Semester

Course Prefix	Course Number	Course Title	LR	CR
MGT	512	Leadership and Organizational Behavior	3	3
HRM	520	Human Resource Planning and Management	3	3
			6	6

Second Semester

Course Prefix	Course Number	Course Title	LR	CR
HRM	521	Managerial Communication & Negotiations	3	3
HRM	523	Human Resource Development	3	3
			6	6

Third Semester

Course Prefix	Course Number	Course Title	LR	CR
HRM	522	Human Resource Research and Analytics	3	3
HRM	526	Labor Laws and Regulations	3	3
HRM	619	Project	0	IP
			6	6

Fourth Semester

Course Prefix	Course Number	Course Title	LR	CR
HRM	524	Recruitment and Selection	3	3
HRM	525	Performance and Compensation Management	3	3
HRM	619	Project	0	6
			6	12

Master’s Curriculum

Master of HRM 2025

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Full-Time Evening Program

Cohort Based

Open To Both Genders

Timing

Requirements

Fees

A 30-credit hour program into Fourth semesters .

Classes will be held daily from Sundays to Wednesdays, 5:20PM till 9:30PM.

All candidates for the Professional Masters must meet the following requirements for entry:

A four-year Bachelor’s Degree (B.A., BBA, B.S., or B.E.) in business, engineering or science from an institution whose undergraduate programs are substantially equivalent in length, content, and quality to those of KFUPM, with a major in the proposed field or evidence of suitable background for entering the proposed field.
Grade-Point Average (GPA) of 2.50, higher on a scale of 4.00, or equivalent. Official transcripts and degree certificates are required for final admission.
IELTS score of 6+ or TOEFL score of 70+ or Duolingo score of 105+. Waived for KFUPM graduates and Graduates from English Speaking Countries (USA, Canada, UK, Australia, New Zealand)
Two Letters of Recommendation: Enter your recommenders’ names and professional emails in the application. They will receive a link to submit their letters directly
At least one course in college level statistics
Working knowledge of computers as evidenced by at least one course in that area (e.g. data processing, programming, information systems, etc.)
Working knowledge of computers as evidenced by at least one course in that area (e.g. data processing, programming, information systems, etc.)
Short introductory video, maximum 2 minutes, addressing who you are and why you are applying to this program
Non-refundable processing fee of SR100

The Professional Master’s has different fee structures depending on your status. Please see the following document for more info:

Professional Master's Fee Structure 2021

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