Study Work. Value People. Lead Change.
Rutgers Labor and Employment Relations undergraduate and graduate programs produce graduates who are thoughtful professionals, informed leaders, and/or researchers grounded in contemporary reality. Graduates have careers in many types of organizations, ranging from corporations to non-profits, from unions to other social justice organizations, and from state or federal government agencies to public policy institutes. It is possible to earn your degree in a variety of flexible ways, ranging from entirely in person to entirely online. Rutgers Labor and Employment Relations undergraduate and graduate degrees offer a path to a variety of careers. All of our students can take advantage of career preparation and support from SMLR’s dedicated Career Services team.
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The Labor Studies and Employment Relations (LSER) Department offers two undergraduate degrees, one for students enrolled in the Rutgers School of Arts and Sciences – the B.A. in Labor Studies & Employment Relations – and one for students enrolled directly in the School of Management and Labor Relations – the B.S. in Labor and Employment Relations. Please see our Minors and Concentrations for examples of jobs this major could lead to. High-achieving students in both the B.A. and the B.S. are eligible for the 5-year joint Bachelor’s/Master’s program – apply in your Senior year.
For more information, contact:
Paula B. Voos
Program Director
pbvoos@smlr.rutgers.edu
Anuja Rivera
Student Counselor
anujab@smlr.rutgers.edu
Bill Bailey
Student Counselor
william.bailey@rutgers.edu
The MLER degree is a nationally recognized, multi-disciplinary program in which you tailor your coursework to fit your interests and professional needs. Study contemporary issues such as managing people and organizational change, ways of resolving conflict at work, and how we as a society can improve workers' lives. Take courses in person or through a mix of in-person and online courses, and you can attend on a full-time or part-time basis.
For more information, contact:
Francis Ryan
Program Director
fr156@smlr.rutgers.edu
Ann Marie Fiorella-Mullen
Student Counselor
amf322@smlr.rutgers.edu
This professional program is 100% online and is designed for working professionals enrolled part-time. Courses are available year-round and typically are asynchronous – that is, you do not need to be online on a specific day/time. Usually you will have activities to do or assignments due each week.
For more information, contact:
Francis Ryan
Program Director
fr156@smlr.rutgers.edu
Ann Marie Fiorella-Mullen
Student Counselor
amf322@smlr.rutgers.edu
Graduate certificate programs through the School of Management and Labor Relationsinvolve a series of regular graduate courses. Credits can later be transferred to one of our Master of Labor and Employment Relations degree programs.
Rutgers School of Management and Labor Relations (SMLR) is renowned across the nation and world for our highly cited and published faculty, prolific research, and excellent student career outcomes. SMLR is the place to study work, organizations, and workforce issues.
Learn from leaders in the world of work, building effective organizations, and the changing employment relationships.
We are so glad to have you as a member of the SMLR community! These links will help you find the resources you need. Our student advisors are available to assist you along your academic journey.
Our alumni association is a community of graduates, practitioners in the fields of labor relations and human resources, and friends who share an affinity with SMLR.
Online learning is perfectly suited for highly motivated, independent students who are seeking the convenience of distance learning. Explore your options through our degree programs, graduate certificate programs, and workshop offerings.
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