MSc/PgDip Human Resource Management (part-time)
Program start date | Application deadline |
2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This part-time, two-year program is designed for professionals in HR or management roles, providing an advanced understanding of human resource management principles. Through a combination of theory and practice, students delve into topics such as HRM in business, people management, and employee reward. The program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and offers career advancement opportunities in various sectors.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This is a two-year, part-time program intended for human resource professionals, or line managers with people management or devolved HR responsibilities as part of their role. The aim of this course is to develop an advanced level of knowledge and understanding related to the human resource management function in organizations. Mixing theory and practice, this program offers you the opportunity for in-depth study of organizations and the management of work.
Outline:
Year 1
- HRM in a Business Context
- Leading, Managing and Developing People
- People Resourcing
- Employee Reward
- Research Methods
Year 2
- Critical Issues in HRM
- Contemporary Employment Relations
- Elective class (choose one)
- Labour and Diversity in a Global Context
- Managing HR in multinationals
Assessment:
Classes are assessed by various methods, including essays, individual and group projects, and final exams. Exams will take place at the end of each semester in December and April/May. Students will also keep a CPD Record that describes all their important learning activities and experiences during the course. Submission of a satisfactory CPD Record is a requirement for completion of the course.
Teaching:
Classes will be taught across two semesters each academic year, running from September to December and January to March. Classes will be held one day a week, between 1-7pm. Classes will be taught through a combination of lectures, workshops, interactive sessions, practical demonstrations, and role-play.
Careers:
As a CIPD provider for 70 years, the Department has an extensive network of alumni in a range of senior HR roles in the private, public, and voluntary sectors. More recently, graduates have accessed a range of jobs with a variety of organizations and recent graduate destinations and jobs have included:
- Student Lifecycle Manager, Higher Education
- Organizational Development Manager, NHS
- HR Manager, Hadden Group
- HR Administrator, Financial Services
- HR Insights Analyst, Financial Services
Other:
- The program is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).
- Students are required to join the CIPD as a student member at the start of the course and renew their student membership during the academic year.
- The program is delivered by the Department of Work, Employment & Organisation, winner of the HR Network Award 2018 for Outstanding Contribution to Scottish HR.
- The department is also home to the highly regarded Scottish Centre for Employment Research.
Fees & funding
All fees quoted are for the part-time course and per academic year unless stated otherwise. Tuition fees will be notified in your offer letter. All fees are in £ sterling, unless otherwise stated, and may be subject to revision.
Annual revision of fees
Students on programmes of study of more than one year (or studying standalone modules) should be aware that tuition fees are revised annually and may increase in subsequent years of study. Annual increases will generally reflect UK inflation rates and increases to programme delivery costs.
2024/25
Scotland PgDip Year 1: £3,950 PgDip Year 2: £3,950 MSc (post-diploma 'top-up' to MSc): £2,400 MSc Year 1: £3,950 MSc Year 2: £6,050 England, Wales & Northern Ireland PgDip Year 1: £3,950 PgDip Year 2: £3,950 MSc (post-diploma 'top-up' to MSc): £2,400 MSc pathway Year 1: £3,950 MSc pathway Year 2: £6,050 International PgDip Year 1: £7,500 PgDip Year 2: £7,500 MSc (post-diploma 'top-up' to MSc): £4,500 MSc Year 1: £7,500 MSc Year 2: £12,000
Additional costs
Graduation gown hire. Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development Membership PGDip/MSc Human Resource Management and International Human Resource Management is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and students wishing to achieve Associate Membership of CIPD on completion of the course are required to join as a student member during their studies. This is not mandatory for passing the course but is required by CIPD to achieve membership update on passing the course. The cost for 2022/2023 is a £40 joining fee plus a £98 member fee (dependent on when you join in the year, CIPD offer different membership fee options). Students pay the member fee when they start in September and when they renew their membership fee in July.
International students
International students may have associated visa and immigration costs. Please note: the fees shown are annual and may be subject to an increase each year.
Overview:
- Founded in 1796 as Anderson's Institution
- Received its Royal Charter in 1964, becoming the University of Strathclyde
- Consistently ranked among the top 10 universities in the UK for engineering and technology
- Home to the Advanced Forming Research Centre (AFRC), a world-leading research center in metal forming
- Notable alumni include Sir James Black (Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine), Sir David Murray (former CEO of Rangers Football Club), and Dame Jocelyn Bell Burnell (astrophysicist)
Student Life:
- Over 23,000 students from over 100 countries
- 150+ student clubs and societies, including sports teams, cultural groups, and academic societies
- Student support services include counseling, health, and disability support
- Campus facilities include a sports center, library, and student union
Academics:
- Offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in engineering, science, business, law, and social sciences
- Faculty includes world-renowned experts in their fields
- Teaching methodologies emphasize hands-on learning and industry engagement
- Academic support services include tutoring, writing centers, and language support
- Unique academic programs include the Strathclyde MBA, which is ranked among the top 100 MBAs in the world
Top Reasons to Study Here:
- Excellent reputation for teaching and research, particularly in engineering and technology
- Strong industry connections and opportunities for internships and placements
- Specialized facilities such as the AFRC and the Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- Vibrant student life with a diverse and inclusive community
- Located in the heart of Glasgow, a vibrant and cosmopolitan city
Services:
- Counseling and mental health support
- Health center with a range of medical services
- Accommodation services with a variety of on-campus and off-campus options
- Library resources with over 1 million books and journals
- Technology support including IT services and free Wi-Fi
- Career development services with support for job searching, CV writing, and interview preparation
Entry Requirements:
- MSc/PgDip: First degree or equivalent, plus HR or management experience; other qualifications may be considered.
- MSc (post-diploma): PgDip in HRM from Strathclyde or equivalent CIPD-approved qualification from another UK university. Candidates with a CIPD-awarded advanced qualification may also be considered.