Education (Training and Development)
MA
Masters in training and development overview
A well-trained staff impacts the success and productivity of an organization. Training and development can help employees adopt new technologies, improve processes and meet evolving regulations. It's also a key factor in attracting and retaining talent. 94% of employees would stay longer at a company if it invested in their career.
A Master of Arts degree in Education with a Training and Development concentration will prepare you to teach adult learners in a variety of settings. With a focus on diversity, equity and inclusion, you'll learn how to design, implement and evaluate adult learning programs. This is not a certification program but may be utilized for professional advancement.
You'll graduate ready for roles like corporate trainers, human resources professionals and other organizational leaders.
AT A GLANCE
Why earn your masters in training and development?
A masters in training and development will prepare you to design, deliver and evaluate learning programs for adults. You'll learn how to examine an organization's training and development goals and implement effective strategies to meet them.
As part of this program, you will learn:
- Training design: How to identify organizational problems and assess the needs of an adult learner. You'll also learn how to create effective curriculum and develop practices to engage and motivate students.
- Delivery models: You'll examine technology's role in learning and effective strategies for its use.
- Teaching assessment: How to review training outcomes and their impact on organizational objectives.
- Equity in training: You'll learn how to meet the needs of a diverse set of learners, in numerous settings.
You'll graduate ready to address the needs of non-profit organizations, government agencies and corporations.
The Master of Arts degree in Education with a Training and Development concentration is a 30-credit hour program, comprised of 10 core courses. The program is sequenced to be completed in 2 years taking 2 courses each semester. To ensure that the program best fits your needs and your schedule, we ask that all students meet with their academic advisor as soon as possible. More detailed information can be found in the Online Bulletin.
For information: Anne M. Hornak, Ph.D., Professor and Program Director, 989-774-2215
Highlights of the masters in training and development program
A masters in training and development will prepare you for leadership positions or teaching in adult education environments.
Highlights of the program include:
- Ranked among the best: U.S. News & World Report ranks CMU as among the Best Online Master's in Education Programs in the nation.
- A focus on diversity, equity and inclusion: Your classes will equip you to meet the needs of all students across a diverse set of organizations and learning settings.
- Networking opportunities: You'll learn alongside other working professionals, forming connections in the industry.
No matter your career goals, your masters in training and development from CMU will prepare you for roles like corporate trainer, community college faculty or human resource professional.
Training and development jobs
Skilled workers are needed in all fields; corporate organizations, nonprofits, government agencies and educational institutions. Graduates of the masters in training and development program are equipped for roles in human resources, talent development and more.
| Career | Projected Salary |
|---|---|
| Training and Development Manager | $125,040 |
| Program Director, Higher Education | $67,724 |
| Education Administrator (Postsecondary) | $102,610 |
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