Human Resource Management

One year part time.

The course is designed for those already employed in a HR function or department. Applicants may have already completed the Certificate in Personnel Practice (CPP) or have completed other qualifications or NVQ's at Level 3 or higher. The aims of this course are to increase students' knowledge and understanding of management in general and in particular Human Resource Management. Students will have the opportunity to develop their self-awareness and confidence and thereby improve line management skills to become a more effective HR manager. This course runs in parallel with the Certificate in Management which is the same level and size but suitable for those interested in a more general management qualification.

The course is designed to develop the necessary personal and interpersonal skills required for managing people and to create and maintain effective working relationships. Students will have the opportunity to develop the skills needed to analyse and evaluate Human Resource Management activities and processes within the regulatory framework.

The course is benchmarked against the new CIPD Level 5 Diploma. The Northampton Business School is an accredited tuition centre and has delivered CIPD programmes over many years. The course will enable participants to explore their potential and provide progression to the MA / Postgraduate Diploma Human Resource Management, which is recognised by the CIPD.

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Typical modules include:

• Managing People
• The Human Resource Function: Context and Roles
• Introduction to Employment Law
• Personal Development
• Management report

The course has a mixture of assessment involving essays, reports on seminars, portfolios and oral presentations. The emphasis is on assessment by coursework.

The course is designed for those already working in some aspect of management related to personnel management that are looking to develop their professional career in HRM.