Human Resource Management (MSc)

This degree is designed for those who wish to develop a critical understanding of people and organisations. It focuses on strategic and individual-level improvements, through assessment of the role of human resource management (HRM) in modern organisations, the issues involved in developing strategic aims (including on an international basis), employment relations, and selecting, motivating and developing staff. Students will also acquire applied research skills. This programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). Graduates go in to careers in management, human resources, training and development, and consultancy. Possible professions include human resources officer or management consultant. This degree may also be useful in becoming a retail manager or logistics and distribution manager.