Human Resource Management
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    Human Resource Management

    University of West London
    University of West London
    United Kingdom
    United Kingdom, London
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    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 13,250 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2022

    Human Resource Management

    About

    Do you enjoy problem-solving and working with people? On this course, you will explore human resource management (HRM) issues in a global context and gain valuable professional experience on a real-world consultancy project. You will learn how to approach problems from different angles using enquiry-based learning, a method that will prepare you for critical problem-solving in the workplace by helping you to think about problems in different ways. In addition, you will build an electronic portfolio of HRM work to showcase your skills and knowledge for potential employers. Our experienced staff will support you and encourage your personal and professional development throughout the course.
    This practical course will help you to develop your skills in managing people and organisations. You will examine HRM topics and current challenges arising from our globalised business environment. With a focus on shaping your professional problem-solving skills, our enquiry-based learning approach will prepare you to resolve critical problems in the workplace. During your first year (Level 4), you will look at essential business functions such as: finance information management marketing business environment basic and core HRM concepts As you progress through Level 5, you will develop a deeper understanding of HRM. We will cover: employment law reward management developing people organisation design talent management problem-solving skills In your final year (Level 6), you will explore human resource management at a strategic level. This approach will develop your critical thinking skills and expose you to contemporary challenges and issues. You will look at: strategic HRM employee engagement employee relations consultancy in HRM You will also have the chance to work on a live consultancy project for a real business, giving you practical experience of applying your newfound knowledge. This degree is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Applicants with the following qualifications will be considered for entry on an undergraduate degree:

    • International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma (from a minimum 25 points depending on course)
    • Diploma from community college, Intermediate Diploma or Associate Degree (Pass with 60%).
    • British/International A Levels (from a minimum 112 UCAS tariff points depending on course)
    • Second and final year entry of a bachelor's degree may be available for those with a Higher National Diploma (HND) from the UK with a merit profile

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6

    English Program Requirements

    You need to meet our English language requirement - a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). We also accept other English language examination equivalents. Contact our International Office to find out more. You also need academic qualifications at the same level as UK applicants. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Check for local equivalents. We offer pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet these requirements. Find out more about our English Language courses.

    Career

    This course will prepare you to become an HR professional in the public, private or voluntary sectors.

    However, it can also open the door to a career as a:

    • careers adviser
    • employee relations adviser
    • IT trainer
    • life or careers coach
    • management consultant
    • sales executive
    • recruitment consultant

    Alternatively, you could develop a related specialism or explore a new area on one of our postgraduate courses.

    Fee Information

    How to Apply

    You can apply online at any time by following the link below. Our application form will ask you for some information about your previous qualifications or experience, references, and how we can contact you. In addition, you are required to submit a start-up idea pitch. This 500-word (max) document should clearly outline the following three aspects: a brief description of your business idea that you want to further develop during your MA studies in what capacity you have worked on the business idea so far (eg has this developed from your final year project during your undergraduate degree? Are you running the business already out of your living room? etc) where you expect the business to go by the end of the MA programme (specific objectives for the 12 month period). Please upload this document along with your online application. Based on your application form and the start-up idea pitch, you will be invited to attend a telephone interview.

    Human Resource Management

    University of West London

    University of West London

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, London

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