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Human Resource Management MSc

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Summary

Many organisations claim 'our people are our most important asset', and the human resource management function is increasingly significant to business strategy and success. Activities such as recruitment, selection, managing labour relations, training and career development are important to the effectiveness of organisations wherever they are located.

The MSc HRM pathway offers a suite of core and elective modules that explore and critically assess relevant and contemporary HRM-related theories and research, giving insight into their practical applications.

Key facts

Type of Course: Taught

Duration: 1 year full-time

Start date: September 2012

Entry requirements

At least an upper second-class degree or postgraduate diploma from a UK university or equivalent. For those not qualified for direct entry to the one-year MSc programmes, a preliminary year is available (see MSc programmes – flexible route).

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International students
We accept a range of qualifications from different countries – learn more about international entry requirements

English language requirements: Scores of 7.0 IELTS, 100 TOEFL, or 67 (in all skills) Pearson Academic Test of English are required.

Contact details

Tel: +44 (0)121 415 8273
Fax: +44 (0)121 414 2263
Email: mscadmissions@lists.bham.ac.uk

How to apply

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Fees and funding

Fees for 2010–11 were: £6,090 (UK/EU), £14,010 (overseas). Please check with the School for the latest fees information.

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Scholarships and studentships
Scholarships may be available, see www.business.bham.ac.uk/mba/scholarships-funding.shtml International students can often gain funding through overseas research scholarships, Commonwealth scholarships or their home government.

For further information contact the School directly or email sfo@contacts.bham.ac.uk

Programme overview

By the end of the programme you will have a high standard of knowledge and understanding of the current practical, intellectual and policy challenges facing practitioners in the field of human resource management. These include:

The relationship between HRM and business strategy
The impact of HRM on company performance
The challenge of developing HRM strategies in an international context
The implications of new individual and collective employment rights
Managing change and introducing new forms of work organisation
Ensuring that employees are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.

Programme details

The 12 month programme begins in September. You will receive training in research methods so as to enable you to carry out a dissertation, undertaken between June and September. The training will also prepare you for doctoral research, should you choose to continue your studies.

A 24 month programme is available where students take a general business qualification to develop their knowledge and expertise in functional and strategic business areas.

Dissertation

During the course of the year you will undertake a research dissertation on an appropriate topic, to be submitted in September. You'll choose your own topic in consultation with academic staff, usually building on a particular area of interest from one of the taught modules. You'll also work with the guidance of a supervisor in carrying out the research and submitting the final dissertation.