MA in Human Resource Management

Programme Description:

Educational aims of the programme

To produce graduates who will: 

• Contribute to the development and implementation of Human Resource Management (HRM) strategy in a range of organisational contexts. 
• Critically evaluate organisational HRM strategy and practice within complex and rapidly changing business environments. 
• Critically appraise the added value of HRM policies and practices to contemporary organisations.
• Synthesise and analyse complex information from a variety of sources and evaluate its relevance.
• Critically reflect on experience and learning, skills attainment and undertaking continuous professional development (CPD) and lifelong learning

Learning Outcomes 

A student successfully completing the programme of study will have acquired subject knowledge and understanding as well as skills and other attributes. 

Knowledge and understanding 

A student who is eligible for this award will be able to: 

• evaluate the contribution of HRM strategy to the achievement of business objectives 
• integrate HR strategies with business strategy within the micro and macro environment of contemporary organisations 
• design and critique concepts and strategies within the context of effective resourcing, talent management and the changing labour market 
• assess the utilisation of performance and engagement to maximise individual contribution and enhance organisational performance
• apply and evaluate theory and practice relating to the changing nature of employment relations in both unionised and non unionised environments 
• evaluate strategies for personal and organisational learning and knowledge using appropriate digital technology to support the development of practice 
• interpret and analyse data using contemporary research methodologies and techniques 

Duration: 2 - 5 years

Study mode: Online learning

Financing: Scholarships Available

Programme Pathway

Entry Requirements