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 2024 graduates received employment offers within six months after graduation
- 88% with U.S. work authorization
94% without U.S. work authorization
Accepted Employment Offers
class of 2024 graduates accepted employment offers within six months after graduation
- 81% with U.S. work authorization
94% without U.S. work authorization
- $93,737 mean salary with U.S. work authorization
- $50,543 mean salary without U.S. work authorization
$86,018 for jobs in the United States
Industry | Percent | Median Salary |
---|---|---|
Consumer Packaged Goods | 26% | $99,968 |
Manufacturing | 22% | $75,693 |
Healthcare | 13% | $64,333 |
Financial Services | 9% | n/a |
Technology | 9% | n/a |
Transportation & Logistics Services | 9% | n/a |
Consulting | 4% | n/a |
Energy | 4% | n/a |
Retail | 4% | n/a |
Years of Experience | Percent | Median Salary |
---|---|---|
One year or less | 61% | $74,913 |
1–3 years | 17% | $90,833 |
3–5 years | 17% | $103,280 |
5 or more years | 5% | n/a |
Where Students Accepted Jobs

United States Regions | Percent |
---|---|
Midwest | 39% |
South | 17% |
Northeast | 13% |
Mid-Atlantic | 9% |
West | 9% |
International | Percent |
---|---|
Accepted Internship Offers
accepted internship offers
$35.60with U.S. work authorization
Where Students Accepted Internships

Region | Percent |
---|---|
South | 8% |
International | 8% |
By Industry | Percent | Median Hourly Rate |
---|---|---|
Consumer Packaged Goods | 23% | $35.03 |
Healthcare | 23% | $34.77 |
Technology | 19% | $30.24 |
Manufacturing | 15% | $33.00 |
Non-Profit | 8% | n/a |
Consulting | 4% | n/a |
Transportation & Logistics | 4% | n/a |
Other | 4% | n/a |