Human Resources & Industrial Relations Employment Statistics
The Master of Human Resources and Industrial Relations (MHRIR) program at Minnesota Carlson equips graduates with the skills and connections to secure rewarding careers in a variety of industries. Our strong employment outcomes reflect the program’s commitment to professional development, industry engagement, and career support. Explore the data below to see where our graduates and interns are making an impact.
Received Employment Offers
class of 2025 graduates received employment offers within six months after graduation
- 100% with U.S. work authorization
71% without U.S. work authorization
Accepted Employment Offers
class of 2025 graduates accepted employment offers within six months after graduation
- 100% with U.S. work authorization
71% without U.S. work authorization
- $89,750 mean salary with U.S. work authorization
$63,660 mean salary without U.S. work authorization
| Industry | Percent | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Packaged Goods | 17% | $98,000 |
| Healthcare | 17% | $81,410 |
| Technology | 17% | $92,000 |
| Manufacturing | 14% | $83,333 |
| Financial Services | 9% | n/a |
| Non-Profit | 9% | n/a |
| Other | 9% | $85,006 |
| Consulting | 4% | n/a |
| Energy | 4% | n/a |
| Years of Experience | Percent | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| One year or less | 39% | $80,182 |
| 1–3 years | 57% | $87,792 |
| 3–5 years | 4% | n/a |
Where Students Accepted Jobs
| United States Regions | Percent |
|---|---|
| Midwest | 57% |
| Northeast | 13% |
| Southeast | 13% |
| West | 9% |
| South | 4% |
Received Internship Offers
received internship offers
Accepted Internship Offers
accepted internship offers
$31.81 with U.S. work authorization
Where Students Accepted Internships
| Region | Percent |
|---|---|
| By Industry | Percent | Median Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Consumer Packaged Goods | 24% | $41.33 |
| Manufacturing | 20% | $19.68 |
| Consulting | 12% | n/a |
| Healthcare | 12% | $36.45 |
| Other | 12% | $30.33 |
| Financial Services | 8% | n/a |
| Energy | 4% | n/a |
| Government | 4% | n/a |
| Hospitality | 4% | n/a |