Human Resourse Degrees

The Master of Arts in Human Services program offers concentrations in Administration, Conflict Resolution, and Human Resource Management.

The purpose of the MAHS program is to serve working professionals by helping them build the communication, managerial, technical and human relations knowledge, skills and experience required to advance their careers. Competencies such as leadership, critical thinking, decision making, problem solving, communicating, teamwork and management of self and others are addressed in the MAHS program. The demands of supervisors, managers and administrators in human service organizations include planning, organizing, executing, and evaluating. All of these areas are covered in the MAHS core curriculum. True to the mission of St. Edward’s University, the MAHS program nurtures its students toward embracing personal responsibility for ethical behavior and service to their communities.

The MAHS program provides education and training for administrators, managers and other practitioners. Careers in social service agencies, government agencies, private businesses and consulting practices may be started or enhanced by the attainment of the MAHS degree.

Flexibility is one of the hallmarks of the St. Edward’s MAHS degree program. An example of our flexibility is the structure in which we offer MAHS courses. The MAHS degree program is on a trimester system, which allow students to complete their coursework at a faster pace than a traditional semester-based graduate program. Each class meets once a week for a period of 13 weeks. The average part-time student takes two classes each trimester, allowing him/her to complete the MAHS program in two years.

The Human Resource Management Certificate program is designed for working professionals who have obtained a bachelor’s degree in a business-related field and wish to strengthen their understanding of human resource management fundamentals. Through varied learning methodologies, the student is exposed to several disciplines within the profession of human resource management with emphasis on the strategic role of human resources in today’s business world. The body of coursework is designed to align with the professional certification exams offered through the Human Resource Certification Institute in affiliation with the Society of Human Resource Managers (SHRM).

The programme has been developed for students who wish to, or already work within, a multi-cultural business. For those who are new to the field of Human Resource Management, the programme offers the opportunity to develop your knowledge and professional practice so that you are equipped with the ‘tools and techniques’ necessary to embark on a career in International Human Resource Management.

Alternatively, however, the programme also offers the opportunity for those who have been working in the field to expand their existing knowledge and challenge current practice. What is important is that you have a strong interest in Human Resource Management, you are enthusiastic, willing to work hard and have an ability to work independently.

MODULE INFORMATION
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COURSEWORK AND ASSESSMENT
A considerable amount of pre-reading is expected for the taught sessions, as directed by the programme tutors. You will also be expected to spend approximately 16-24 hours of independent study outside the classroom.

The MSc in International Human Resource Management is a modularised programme taught over one year, full-time. The programme is divided into two semesters. In the remainder of the programme students complete an International Human Resource Management report dissertation, supported by a series of workshops designed to provide knowledge and skills to underpin the whole programme.

The management report requires participants to apply and extend this knowledge through the examination of a clearly defined researchable question. You will be appointed a personal research supervisor and will be required to submit an assessed research proposal in Semester Two. The time scale for completion is normally one semester.

ACCREDITATION
Students wishing to join the programme are expected to join CIPD as student members. Successful completion of the full programme of study will allow students to gain a graduate level of CIPD membership.

CAREERS
Typical career destinations from this programme have included: Recruitment Consultants, Training Managers, HR Advisors and Industrial Relations Executives.

This course provides the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge and expertise in human resource management, in the context of external and organisational change, new employment relationships, globalisation and a changing workforce. The program provides comprehensive coverage of key theoretical and research developments in the field and emphasises the development of practical skills and relevance to industry.

Course overview

This 12-unit course provides current and aspiring managers with the opportunity to develop specialist knowledge and expertise in human resource management, in the context of external and organisational change, new employment relationships, globalisation and a changing workforce.

The program provides comprehensive coverage of key theoretical and research developments in the field and emphasises the development of practical skills and relevance to industry.

The course can be completed by either coursework or a combination of coursework and research.