Success Stories

“Villanova’s graduate program in Human Resource Development was, without question, one of the most important and pivotal career decisions I’ve made. Everyone knows that competition for great HR jobs in great companies is tough. By providing me with a practical, business-rounded education, Villanova positioned me to consistently succeed in my career. … After over 20 years in the field of HR, I still reflect back on the lessons learned from Villanova’s graduate program in Human Resource Development. It is clearly a return on investment – in yourself – that continues to pay dividends over the years!”

“The VU HRD program was a significant ‘game changer’ for me, with an ideal blend of theory and business case studies. The exposure to practicing business leaders as faculty was powerful and helped me prepare well for real workplace challenges. The breadth of the classes covered in this program has enabled me to bridge the link between business strategy, leading change and operations – with analytical depth and people at the core! The entire experience is memorable and has helped me establish and build relationships that continue to help me grow – both personally and professionally. With increasing global competitiveness, building and evolving organizational capability will offer the edge we require to grow sustainably, and this program provides an ideal learning platform for aspiring leaders to significantly enhance their leadership skills.”

“Attending Villanova for my master’s degree (in HRD) was one of the best professional decisions I ever made. I found the program rigorous and rewarding. The faculty offered current and comprehensive industry knowledge. The core curriculum was grounded in the business of human resources … The course designs complemented the subject matter, and there was an appropriate balance of individual and group projects. The support of both faculty and students contributed to my success in the program. I highly recommend Villanova’s (HRD) program.”