Master of Science - Human Resource Management

The specialist area of HRM offers a wealth of career opportunities within every business sector. This Human Resource Management masters is designed to provide students with the up-to-date knowledge and understanding they need to manage people effectively in the workplace.

This master's course is flexible. Learners can gain Postgraduate Certificate after the first stage of the course; Postgraduate Diploma after the second or complete the full Masters degree and obtain CIPD accreditation.

Learners will study key areas of human resource management, such as the principles, values and approaches to leadership and management, and they'll explore the changing context within which businesses operate. As students progress, study areas related to employment relations and the framework of performance management will be covered.

Moreover, students will develop a portfolio to demonstrate their commitment to continuing professional development, culminating in the production of a business research report on an HR-related topic of their choice.

Knowledge of the subject area is gained through lectures, tutorials, directed learning, independent study and workplace engagement. Student led tutorials aim to develop problem solving skills and focuses the application of theoretical concepts to HRM business situations. Teaching and learning strategies seek to maximize the opportunities for student participation and to develop learning through the medium of student-centric activity.

HRM USW Network brings together past students who contribute to the course through acting as guest speakers, offering work shadowing opportunities and possible internships.