M.A. in Law – Human Resources Law
Increase Your HR Law Expertise with an Online Law Degree
The Master of Arts in Law – Human Resources Law, offered completely online (with select on-campus course options), will enhance your HR skills through comprehensive coursework. This includes contracts, employment law, strategic human resource management, and negotiations, giving you a better understanding of the laws that affect your career. Taught from a biblical perspective, this online human resources law degree helps to solidify your reputation as a trusted professional.
Enhance Your Credentials without a J.D.
Earn your M.A. in Law credential in just five semesters with this practical alternative to the on-campus 3-year Juris Doctor degree.
Advance Your Knowledge
Choose from a robust list of courses from training and development to performance management.
Sharpen Your HR Law Skill Set
Complement your degree with courses in employment law, negotiations, family law, and more.
Gain a Competitive Edge
Acquire the knowledge required for professional advancement and improved marketability with this online law degree.
To learn more about this program, please complete the Request Information form on this page.
On completing the Master of Arts in Law – Human Resources Law, you will be able to:
- Analyze trends in human resource management with the aim of driving business results in an organization.
- Demonstrate proficiency in laws relevant to your field, including contract, employment, and healthcare laws and employment discrimination.
- Research American law, including cases, and statutes.
- Provide an astute legal perspective to those you lead and serve.
Career Opportunities
- C-level Leadership
- Human Resources Administration
- Corporate Training & Development
Key issues and trends in Strategic Human Resource Management with a focus on planning, strategy formulation, and implementation of initiatives aligned to the business results in an organization.
Common law of contracts, and the principles controlling the formation, performance and termination of contracts (offer, acceptance, consideration, conditions, material breach, damages, third party beneficiaries, assignment, statute of frauds and statutory variances from the common law). Cross-listed with GOV 618 and EHEA 506.
Employment topics other than discrimination (e.g., wages/hours, hiring/termination, OSHA, covenants not-to-compete, etc.). Cross-listed with GOV 617.
Laws pertaining to employment discrimination, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and administrative practices before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. Special consideration given to religious discrimination. Cross-listed with GOV 616.
Overview of the fundamental legal principles of health care law. Topics covered include an introduction to the field of forensic medicine, medical proof in litigation, advanced medical malpractice topics and the structure and operation of the health care delivery system. Cross-listed with GOV 684 and LAW 743.
2021-22 Semester Check-In Deadlines
All new students are expected to check-in for the semester two weeks before the session start date. Students should apply, be accepted, enroll in their first courses, and confirm a plan to pay for their courses prior to this date.
| Session | Semester Check-In | Session Start Date |
|---|---|---|
| Session A | Friday, August 13 | Monday, August 23 |
| Session M | Friday, September 10 | Monday, September 20 |
| Session B | Friday, October 15 | Monday, October 25 |
| Session C | Tuesday, December 21 | Monday, January 10 |
| Session T | Friday, January 28 | Monday, February 7 |
| Session D | Friday, March 4 | Monday, March 14 |
| Session E | Friday, April 29 | Monday, May 9 |
| Session F | Friday, June 10 | Monday, June 20 |
Admissions Requirements
Step 1: Apply to Regent University
- Submit your application at www.regent.edu/apply.
Step 2: Complete Your Admissions Questionnaire
- After you submit your application, you will receive a link to complete the required admissions questionnaire.
Step 3: Submit Your Unofficial College Transcripts
- Email your unofficial college transcripts to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Unofficial Transcripts.
- Upon conditional acceptance, Regent University will attempt to obtain your official transcripts from your U.S. degree-granting institution.
- International transcripts must be evaluated by an NACES-approved company.
Step 4: Submit Your Government-Issued ID
- Email a photo of your government-issued ID to apply@regent.edu using the subject line: Government ID.
- Please note that all items submitted as part of the application process become the property of Regent University and cannot be returned.
PART-TIME STUDENTS
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $675 | 6 | $4,050 |
| Master of Laws (LLM) | $650 | 6 | $3,900 |
| Juris Doctor (JD) | $1,200 | 11 | $13,200 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $675 | 9 | $6,075 |
| Master of Laws (LLM) | $650 | 9 | $5,850 |
| Juris Doctor (JD) | $1,200 | 15 | $18,000 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $800 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $650 |
Total Cost of Attendance 2021-22
Full-time JD (Fall/Spring Combined)
| Resident & Non-Resident | |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,000 |
| Board | $5,400 |
| University Fees | $1,500 |
| Program Fees | $1,020 |
| Loan Fees | $440 |
| Personal | $5,040 |
| Room | $8,100 |
| Transportation | $3,600 |
| Tuition | $36,000 |
| Total | $64,040 |
Part-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $675 | 6 | $4,050 |
| Master of Laws (LLM) | $650 | 6 | $3,900 |
| Juris Doctor (JD) | $1,200 | 11 | $13,200 |
Full-Time Students
| Degree | Tuition Cost Per Credit Hour | Average Credit Hours Per Semester | Average Tuition Per Semester |
|---|---|---|---|
| Master of Arts (MA) | $675 | 9 | $6,075 |
| Master of Laws (LLM) | $650 | 9 | $5,850 |
| Juris Doctor (JD) | $1,200 | 15 | $18,000 |
Student Fees Per Semester
| University Services Fee (On-Campus Students) | $750 |
| University Services Fee (Online Students) | $600 |
Total Cost of Attendance 2020-21
Full-time JD (Fall/Spring Combined)
| Resident & Non-Resident | |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | $2,000 |
| Board | $5,400 |
| University Fees | $1,400 |
| Program Fees | $860 |
| Loan Fees | $440 |
| Personal | $5,040 |
| Room | $8,100 |
| Transportation | $3,600 |
| Tuition | $37,200 |
| Total | $64,040 |
*Rates are subject to change at any time.
Estimated Cost of Attendance: View the estimated cost of attendance to see an example of the total cost of tuition and fees.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completing the M.A. in Law program, each student will be able to:
- Demonstrate an appropriate level of legal knowledge within the student’s concentration;
- Apply legal knowledge in practical settings;
- Write knowledgeably and effectively on legal issues;
- Explain the relevance of Christian principles to law.
