Program Overview

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Introduction to the Management (Human Resources) MSc

The Management (Human Resources) MSc will help students study HR within a managerial perspective and undertake specialist studies in the management of talent, reward, and performance. During the course, students will work on case studies and live client projects, with an option for paid work experience to put the latest academic thinking and business strategies into practice.

Entry Criteria

• Degree and experience: Normally a 2:2 honours degree or equivalent is required. Work experience is useful but not essential. Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications will be considered.
• English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element.

Course Content

Course Structure

The course is designed for graduates of any subject with or without work experience. It is a one-year, full-time course that includes case studies, live client projects, company visits, and the option of paid work experience.

Syllabus

The syllabus includes core management modules and optional modules. Core modules cover topics such as:

• Leading and Managing People
• Sustainable Strategic Management
• Global Supply Chain and Finance
• Responsible International Marketing
• Research Methodologies and Methods
• Managing Talent, Performance and Reward

Optional modules include:

• Branding and Communications
• International Management Studies
• Language and Professional Skills Development
• Entrepreneurship and New Venture Planning
• Business Solutions in Action
• Supply Chain Management
• Integrative Management Report 2 (Human Resources)

Careers

AACSB Accreditation

The University of Brighton is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), a distinction achieved by fewer than 6% of business schools globally.

Career Prospects

This course will help students work more effectively as managers and prepare them for careers in training, recruitment, or other functional HR roles. It is also valuable for those interested in pursuing work as business negotiators, consultants, commercial interpreters, lecturers, or researchers.

Skills Development

Employers are involved throughout the degree program to ensure students develop the skills they are looking for. Businesses work with students on guest lectures, placement opportunities, and live project briefs.

Fees and Costs

Course Fees

• UK (full-time): Ł11,502
• International (full-time): Ł18,792
• Placement year: Ł1,907

Scholarships, Bursaries, and Loans

The university offers a range of scholarships for postgraduate students. Bursaries and loans may also be available.

Location and Student Life

Campus

The course is taught at the Moulsecoomb campus, which has undergone significant development and offers a range of facilities, including the Students Union events venue and sports and fitness facilities.

Accommodation

The university guarantees an offer of a place in halls of residence to all eligible students who apply by the deadline.

Local Area

Brighton is a forward-thinking city that leads the way in arts, technology, sustainability, and creativity. It is home to a national 5G testbed and over 1,000 tech businesses, with the digital sector worth over Ł1 billion a year to the local economy.

Student Views

Students who have completed the course have praised its variety of assessments, study visits to companies, and the opportunity to learn from practicing managers. The course has helped them develop knowledge and skills that are valuable in their careers.

Related Courses

The university offers a range of related courses, including:

• International Management MSc
• Management MSc
• Management (Entrepreneurship) MSc
• Supply Chain Management MSc
• Environmental Assessment and Management MSc
• Health and Management MSc
• Marketing (Branding and Communications) MSc
• Accounting (ACCA) MSc
• Finance and Banking MSc
• Diploma in Professional Studies in Accounting (ACCA)
• Finance and Data Analytics MSc
• Finance and Fintech MSc
• Finance and Investment MSc
• Economics and Finance MSc
• Finance and Accounting MSc