Specialist MSc HRM

Course Information

The MSc HRM programme comprises seven “taught” modules and a Dissertation to a timescale that matches your requirements but can be completed in a minimum of 18 months and maximum of 4 years.

Effective Human Resource Management (HRM) is now recognized as being vital to organizational performance. This online program offers you the opportunity to develop as an HRM practitioner at a time, place and pace to fit with your personal and professional requirements. The program has been designed to enable you to gain a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of HRM theory and practice that will enhance your development of professional competencies in this evolving field. This, together with the strong focus on reflective practice within the program, will enable you to make a significant contribution to management practice within your organizational role. Acknowledging the strategic role of HRM within organizations, the course focuses on how the HR function can develop high quality leaders and practitioners who make a positive and enduring difference to the wellbeing of individuals, organizations and society. It emphasizes HRM as an integral part of corporate strategy and demonstrates its links with other managerial activities. The award is offered in an online mode, with three entry points throughout the year in order to offer maximum flexibility.

The Global Online MSc in Human Resource Management has been successfully aligned with The Society for Human Resource Management’s (SHRM) HR Curriculum Guidebook and Templates. SHRM is the world’s largest HR membership organization devoted to HRM. Representing more than 275,000 members in over 160 countries, the Society is a leading international provider of resources to serve the needs of HR professionals and advance the professional practice of HRM.

The modules you will complete over the MSc HRM course are: