Advanced Human Resource Executive Program (Blended)

Michigan Ross School of Business

HR Leadership

About Programme

Participants will spend one week on campus for immersive, in-person coursework and networking with their cohort. In addition to the in-person experience, the program includes live, virtual sessions. These virtual sessions take place over five weeks and include two 90-minute sessions per week.

This blended approach fosters meaningful connections and networking while enabling participants to immediately apply their learning as they return to the office. Executives from around the world are encouraged to participate, as live online sessions are scheduled to accommodate global time zones.

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Comprehensive Curriculum

Delivered through a blend of online learning and in-person sessions, the program curriculum balances flexibility with face-to-face collaboration. Core modules equip you with practical frameworks and tools to tackle real-world business challenges, while the immersive in-person experience accelerates application and connection.

Immersive Learning Experience | On-Campus Sessions

During the on-campus residency, you will participate in simulations, case work, and interactive exercises to apply the strategic concepts learned throughout the program in practical, hands-on settings. Networking opportunities connect you with industry leaders from around the globe, expanding your perspective and professional network.

Time Commitment

Duration: 70+ hours spread over 6 weeks

Live Online Sessions: Ten sessions, totaling approximately 15 hours (1.5 hours each; five before and five after the on-campus portion)

On-Campus Intensive: Six consecutive days, totaling approximately 55 hours, with daytime sessions (8.5 hours for five days, 4.5 hours on the final day) plus four evening activities (2 hours each)

Total time commitment: 70+ hours

Note: Program schedules are subject to change.

For more program details, including specific program dates, topics, and sample schedule, download the program brochure.

Programme Audience

C-level and Senior HR and talent executives

Group, Global, or Executive Directors of HR

Heads of corporate learning or corporate universities

General Managers responsible for HR within their organization or business unit

Senior leaders seeking an immersive in-person experience complemented by convenient live online sessions

Programme Benefits

Transform Strategy into Tangible Organizational Value: Strategic HR investments in time and resources boost employee engagement, retention, and productivity—driving better performance and a stronger bottom line. Learn how to maximize organizational value through focused HR efforts.

Master Internal Dynamics to Maximize Influence: Advance your career by mastering proven frameworks to build and manage high-impact relationships with your C-suite and Board.

Leverage Outcomes to Strengthen the Business Case for HR: Learn how to use financial statements, prepare for analyst calls, and build the business case for HR activities.

Harness Internal Culture to Strengthen Teams and Boost Performance: Organizations with strong corporate cultures demonstrate a 4x higher revenue growth rate compared to those with weak or misaligned cultures. Learn to understand the daily actions that an individual and a team can take to improve culture.

Make HR a True Strategy Driver: Gain insights into best practices for leading the HR function to attract top talent and build a resilient workforce that transforms HR into a strategic driver by closing existing gaps and adopting best practices for navigating uncertainty in the evolving HR landscape.

Unlock the Strategic Power of HR with AI and Data-Driven Decisions: Learn how AI and data analytics can help you evolve HR from a traditionally administrative role to a strategic driver of culture and performance.

Accelerate Impact Through a Hybrid Blended Format: Online and on-campus sessions integrate learning with your day-to-day work, enabling flexibility, real-time application, and opportunities to network with industry leaders.