Human Resource Management (Full Time)

MA

One year full-time Masters programme designed for those seeking to secure a Human Resource Management (HRM) or Human Resource Development (HRD) role in a variety of organisational contexts.

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Application

Direct application to The University of Northampton or UKPASS

Course level

Postgraduate

Modes of study

Full time

Attendance

One year full-time.

Location

Park Campus

Entry requirements

To be accepted onto this course you will normally need to hold a recognised First or Second Class Honours degree from a UK University (or an international equivalent) in human resource management, or in business, commerce, management or related disciplines. If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate that you meet the minimum English language requirement of IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent).

Length of study

One year

School

Northampton Business School

Course content

The Human Resource Management (MA) aims to develop understanding of the specialist knowledge, research evidence and practice of HRM within a range of organisational contexts, and to equip students with the analytical and diagnostic skills required of HR professionals. The programme will focus on HRM activities, strategies and plans that underpin sustainable organisational performance in order to develop the potential and employability of students.

The programme provides a strong foundation in general business and management, with a particular emphasis on understanding the strategic significance of HRM in a variety of organisational contexts. It incorporates a range of specialist HRM modules which develop the knowledge, understanding, skills and competencies required of effective HR professionals.

The programme starts with an extensive induction followed by study of core modules including 'HRM in Context', 'Leading, Managing and Developing People' and 'Investigating a Business Issue'.

Specialist HRM modules include 'Performance Management', 'Resourcing and Talent Management', and 'Learning and Talent Development'. The final part of the programme is focused on the study of 'Research Methods' and the production of a Human Resource Management or Human Resource Development related dissertation. The programme also incorporates a number of workshops focused on developing the skills and competencies of business leadership and HR practice.

Special course features

This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Europe's largest professional body supporting and developing those responsible for the management and development of people within organisations. The HRM (MA) reflects and incorporates CIPD knowledge and competence requirements. Completing the HRM (MA) will provide you with the underpinning knowledge required for Chartered CIPD membership. If you have the relevant experience you can then apply for a membership assessment based on your workplace activities and behaviours through the CIPD.

Typical modules

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Typical modules include:

HRM in Context
Leading, Managing and Developing People
Investigating a Business Issue
Performance Management
Dissertation
Resourcing and Talent Management
Learning and Talent Development

Assessment

A carefully balanced combination of in-course assignments, projects, reflective activities, group work, presentations and examinations.

Career opportunities

The HRM (MA) opens the way for a career in HRM/HRD. The programme provides opportunities for individuals to develop enhanced, specialist, higher level knowledge, skills and leadership capabilities and equips students with enhanced career pathways in the HRM/HRD field within different organisational contexts.

Application

Direct application to The University of Northampton or UKPASS

Fees quoted are for home and EU students commencing their course in the academic year 2012/13. Tuition fees are payable for each year of the course. The fees are subject to annual increases in subsequent academic years.

Full time fees

£5850

Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) membership fees to be paid by student direct to the professional body. CIPD fees are NOT included in the above tuition fee.