Human Resourse Degrees

This MSc programme provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental principles and techniques of Human Resource Management and Development (HRM & D). This programme enables students to develop competence, techniques and effectiveness in HRM & D. through stressing the crucial role in HRD in meeting the challenges in international development, by adding value to economic activities, securing effective public services, and building capabilities within individuals organizations and societies. Participants will engage in a critical analysis of best practices of HRM/D and their application to globalization and international development processes. The programme examines the current international business environment and its diverse nature of social and economic challenges to the management and development of human resources.

Study Details/Module Information

The programme provides the knowledge and understanding of key issues facing the management and development of human resources in an increasingly diverse international environment. In semesters 1 and 2 students study core modules in :

Human Resource Management
Human Resource Development
Organisational Behaviour
Strategic Management
Global Economic Development
International Human Resource Management
International Human Resource Development and NGO Management
Research Methods.

In the third semester students complete a research dissertation on their chosen subject. They can also select one elective courses, such as, and Business & Marketing Ethics. Assessment varies for each module but usually includes essay assignments, presentations and a research proposal and dissertation.

Research Environment

Hope Business School is renowned for the quality of its teaching, research and its supportive learning environment. The School provides students with an inspirational educational experience that values the development of mind, body and spirit and offers them excellent career prospects in international business. All staff work closely with students to create a life enhancing experience that ensures our alumni go on to become leaders in their organisations and communities around the world. Hope Business School’s success is demonstrated by the maximum score of 24/24 in the last Teaching Quality Assessment Audit. This placed the school as only one of eight institutions in the United Kingdom to achieve this national teaching quality standard.

Career Opportunities

A broad range of careers in HRM & D is available in both the public, private, voluntary and international sectors and across a range of industries. Effective management of people, their development, motivation and training, is recognised as a key factor in contributing to improved performance and organisational success. Graduates can be involved in a diverse range of activities within an organisation including, but not limited to: change and knowledge management. There are also opportunities in community or voluntary organisations.