Master of Arts in Human Resource Management offered by Liverpool John Moores University
24 monthsProgramme duration
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, DecStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Business and Management Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
Educational aims of the programme
To produce graduates who will:
- Contribute to the development and implementation of Human Resource Management (HRM) strategy in a range of organisational contexts.
- Critically evaluate organisational HRM strategy and practice within complex and rapidly changing business environments.
- Critically appraise the added value of HRM policies and practices to contemporary organisations.
- Synthesise and analyse complex information from a variety of sources and evaluate its relevance.
- Critically reflect on experience and learning, skills attainment and undertaking continuous professional development (CPD) and lifelong learning
Learning Outcomes
A student successfully completing the programme of study will have acquired subject knowledge and understanding as well as skills and other attributes.
Knowledge and understanding
A student who is eligible for this award will be able to:
- evaluate the contribution of HRM strategy to the achievement of business objectives
- integrate HR strategies with business strategy within the micro and macro environment of contemporary organisations
- design and critique concepts and strategies within the context of effective resourcing, talent management and the changing labour market
- assess the utilisation of performance and engagement to maximise individual contribution and enhance organisational performance
- apply and evaluate theory and practice relating to the changing nature of employment relations in both unionised and non unionised environments
- evaluate strategies for personal and organisational learning and knowledge using appropriate digital technology to support the development of practice
- interpret and analyse data using contemporary research methodologies and techniques
Programme overview
Main Subject
Business and Management Studies
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
Online
Educational aims of the programme
To produce graduates who will:
- Contribute to the development and implementation of Human Resource Management (HRM) strategy in a range of organisational contexts.
- Critically evaluate organisational HRM strategy and practice within complex and rapidly changing business environments.
- Critically appraise the added value of HRM policies and practices to contemporary organisations.
- Synthesise and analyse complex information from a variety of sources and evaluate its relevance.
- Critically reflect on experience and learning, skills attainment and undertaking continuous professional development (CPD) and lifelong learning
Learning Outcomes
A student successfully completing the programme of study will have acquired subject knowledge and understanding as well as skills and other attributes.
Knowledge and understanding
A student who is eligible for this award will be able to:
- evaluate the contribution of HRM strategy to the achievement of business objectives
- integrate HR strategies with business strategy within the micro and macro environment of contemporary organisations
- design and critique concepts and strategies within the context of effective resourcing, talent management and the changing labour market
- assess the utilisation of performance and engagement to maximise individual contribution and enhance organisational performance
- apply and evaluate theory and practice relating to the changing nature of employment relations in both unionised and non unionised environments
- evaluate strategies for personal and organisational learning and knowledge using appropriate digital technology to support the development of practice
- interpret and analyse data using contemporary research methodologies and techniques
Admission Requirements
- An accredited UK Honours degree with minimum 2.2 classification or international equivalent AND experience in the field of HR, Training, Development or related area OR aspirations to work in this area which are substantiated in the Personal Statement. Some related professional qualifications at the appropriate level may also be considered.
- Official transcripts from all universities, colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions attended.
- English Proficiency: IELTS (Academic) with an overall score of at least 6.0 (and no individual component lower than 5.5) or equivalent English language qualifications. Students who do not hold the above English language qualifications are required to take the online Academic English Placement Test. This is an IELTS-type test (Reading & Writing) where an overall score of 6.0 (with no individual component lower than 5.5) is required.
- Personal Statement (minimum 500 words) explaining why the programme interests the student, what makes the student a suitable candidate, how the programme will benefit the student's career progression and any relevant skills or work experience that will support the application.
- Up to date CV
- Two references (academic or professional) listed on CV stating referee’s full name, contact details, and relationship to the applicant.
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
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