Skip to main content
EMHRM students outside

Hybrid Executive Master program for HR Professionals

The Executive Master of Human Resource Management (EMHRM) program kicks off each May with a blend of online courses and three in-person residencies in Ithaca, NY. Designed for experienced HR professionals, the program offers flexibility through 2-week asynchronous courses and immersive, 1-week residencies in July, March, and July.

Cornell faculty and senior HR practitioners lead interactive sessions, fostering deep engagement through online discussions, seminar-style workshops, and immersive residentials. Students apply their learning in real-time by developing a capstone project focused on strategic issues like HR’s role in organizational change and workforce strategy.

Elevate Your Career

"Cornell stood out to me as the best of the best for an HR program, especially at the master's level."

-Quincy Amekuedi, VP Talent Management

The EMHRM Journey

Ajay Kunde, 2023 EMHRM alum shares why the EMHRM program was the right choice, offering a unique blend of traditional HR topics and cutting-edge subjects like design thinking, agile and how to manage C-suite stakeholders as an HR leader.

Program Structure

The EMHRM program provides a thorough exploration of executive HR functions through a mix of online and in-person sessions, encouraging a collaborative learning atmosphere.

Program Structure & Courses

Residential Sessions

Three 1-week residential sessions at Cornell provide both a rigorous learning environment and opportunity for engagement with Ivy League faculty, prominent HR practitioners, and fellow HR professionals.

On-campus Learning

Faculty & Instructors

EMHRM faculty are the leading experts in HR and broader facets of the world of work. Explore their bios to understand the wealth of resources you'll have at your disposal as an EMHRM student.

Faculty

Application Details

"If this program seems right for you, definitely give it a shot!"  --Professor Bradford Bell

Requirements & Deadlines

Tuition & Fees

Frequently Asked Questions

News & Alumni

Our alumni's success stories reflect the tangible benefits of the EMHRM program, as shared in this video clip. The return on investment, both short and long term, is a cornerstone of our program.

See all stories

Contact Us

We invite you to reach out to the EMHRM team for any questions!

Contact us