Program Overview

MSc Human Resource Management

Overview

Effective human resource management (HRM) is recognised as vital to organisational performance. Our programme will enable you to make a significant contribution to people management practice and develop a deep understanding of the changing role of HRM in the development and implementation of employment policies and procedures.

Mode of Study:

Part-time (available as Part-time)

Duration:

2 years

Start date:

Sep

Course details

Our overarching philosophy is to follow the principles of practice-based learning and active learning. We encourage you to adopt an evidence-based approach to learning and practice, drawing on research and theory to challenge the assumptions, processes and mindsets which drive actions.

Modules

• Business Analytics and Change (HRM11127): This module has a focus on change management and people analytics and importantly contributes towards a greater understanding of how to manage change and the key levers which support the successful implementation of change projects.
• Employment Law (LAW11101): During this module, you will acquire knowledge and understanding of key aspects of Employment Law as they relate to Human Resource Management.
• HRM Masters Research Project (HRM11126): The Masters Research Project module provides you with the opportunity to undertake an independent research project and develop advanced skills in planning and conducting the research, analysing the data, reporting on the results and writing evidence-based conclusions.
• Labour Relations (HRM11103): The module establishes a theoretical framework for the critical analysis of the employment relationship.
• People and Organisational Development (HRM11115): Framed within the wider context of strategic HRM, this module includes critical examination of the impact of people management practices on organisational and individual behaviour.
• Research Methods in HRM (HRM11125): The Research Methods in HRM module is delivered across 2 trimesters to the MSc HRM students as a long-thin module, and is designed to provide a thorough introduction to research philosophy, methodology and design and how this can be applied in researching HR and people management issues.
• Skills for Success (TBS11108): Module is designed to ensure you are equipped with a longitudinal induction which ensures ‘How to be here’ foundation moves through Professionalism in classroom and beyond to Careers awareness and guidance as part of pass/fail attended module.
• Skills in People Management (HRM11128): The module focusses on the theory and practice of contemporary organisational people management.

Entry requirements

• Entry requirements: The entry requirement for this course is a Bachelor (Honours) Degree at 2:2 or above. We look for applicants to have a background in any discipline in order to be eligible for the programme.
• English language: If your first language isn't English, you'll normally need to undertake an approved English language test and our minimum English language requirements will apply.
• International students: We welcome applications from students studying a wide range of international qualifications.
• Admissions policies: We’re committed to admitting students who have the potential to succeed and benefit from our programmes of study.

Fees & funding

• Tuition fees for 2024/25: Students from Scotland, England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £8,725. Overseas and EU: £18,800.
• Tuition fees are subject to an annual review and may increase from one year to the next.

Careers

• What can you do with a degree in Human Resource Management?: Effective development and implementation of human resource management (HRM) strategy is seen as increasingly important in achieving business success and positively influencing the performance and well-being of employees.
• What does a People Professional do?: People professionals act as a bridge between employees and the organization, ensuring that the workforce is supported, motivated, and aligned with the company's objectives.