Program Overview

Human Resource Management (Masters Stage) MSc

Course Overview

The Human Resource Management (Masters Stage) MSc is a postgraduate program designed for individuals who have already completed a Graduate Membership (Postgraduate Diploma equivalent) from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) or have demonstrated the knowledge requirements to gain direct entry to the Master's stage. The program focuses on integrating human resource management from strategy to application, which is explored through a Dissertation and Supporting Research Methods workshops.

Study Style

The program is taught through expert, supportive staff and small-group learning. Students are assessed 100% by coursework. The program is based in the new, purpose-built Business School at the Oxstalls Campus, Gloucester, where students develop professionally and gain knowledge and skills from lecturers who are current and active business professionals.

Entry Requirements

• A pass in a relevant Post Graduate Diploma HR/M/D, or possess CIPD PDS/PQS or PAC award
• IELTS 6.5 (6.0 writing, 5.5 all other components) for EU and international students

Course Modules

• Dissertation (HR) (BM7506)
  • Key elements of professional competence are strategic awareness, a business orientation, and a concern with adding value through human resource (HR) practice. Skilled HR practitioners should be able to research issues relevant to their organisations to influence policy and practice and/or to instigate changes for the benefit of individuals, groups, and the organisation.
  • Scheduled Contact Hours: 21
  • Independent Learning Hours: 579
  • Assessment:
    • 001: 10% Assignment: Individual: Research Proposal 1,500 words
    • 002: 80% Dissertation / Major Project: Final Dissertation 15,000 words
    • 003: 10% Assignment: Individual: Reflective Paper 1,500 words

Fees and Costs

• Start date | Location | Course code | Fee (UK) | Total fee | Fee (international) | Total fee
  • Apr 2026 | Oxstalls, Gloucester | — | £3,730 | £5,980
  • Jan 2026 | Oxstalls, Gloucester | — | £3,730 | £5,980
  • Sep 2025 | Oxstalls, Gloucester | — | £3,730 | £5,980
  • Apr 2027 | Oxstalls, Gloucester | — | TBC | TBC
  • Jan 2027 | Oxstalls, Gloucester | — | TBC | TBC
  • Sep 2026 | Oxstalls, Gloucester | — | TBC | TBC

Careers

The Human Resource Management (Masters Stage) MSc equips students with the advanced skills and knowledge to reach leadership positions within human resources. Graduates are well-prepared for roles that require strategic oversight and senior management capabilities, including positions like HR Directors.

Teaching Staff

• Dr Legha Momtazian
  • Academic Course Leader for Human Resource Management (Masters Stage)

Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business

Gloucestershire Business School is a member of AACSB International Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.