This course develops you as an HR practitioner and adviser providing you with a wealth of knowledge and skills grounded in research. Building on your understanding of the theory and practice of HRM technique the course encourages critical reflection on current HRM approaches.

It is suitable for employees with significant human resource responsibilities wishing to develop practical and theoretical knowledge about HRM and also for non-personal job-holders and others seeking to gain a thorough grounding in HRM.

Course Content

The course offers interesting and challenging options reflecting the wide nature of HRM.

Core modules (all students)

• Information for Business Decisions
• Managing Human Resources
• Organisational Analysis
• Skills of the Manager Consultant
• Strategic Personnel and Development
• Project/Dissertation

Options

Choose two from:

• Employee Relations
• Learning & Development
• People Resourcing
• Reward Management

Career Paths

• Completion of the course qualifies you for specialist careers in people management as well as management more generally. Past students have become HR professionals, line managers, management consultants or academics.
• Opportunities for employment are available internationally or within the UK in both the private and public sectors as well as in voluntary organisations.

Entry Requirements

• You should normally hold a first degree from a recognised instituion (minimum Lower Second), or overseas equivalent, in a related field. For holders of non-UK degrees please consult the International Qualifications page to check acceptability. Candidates with extensive experience who do not possess a first degree can also be considered.
• Evidence of good spoken and written English skills is required where English is not your first language.