Human Resource Management MSc

The MSc in Human Resource Management is designed to provide students with a comprehensive and contemporary understanding of the dynamic world of human resource management. The programme integrates theoretical foundations of HRM with practical applications across key functional areas such as employee relations, employment law, and global HR leadership. It aims to develop reflective, analytical, and strategically minded HR professionals who are capable of adding value in complex and evolving organisational contexts.

Throughout the programme, students enhance their analytical and critical thinking skills, particularly in areas such as knowledge management and organisational development. The curriculum is informed by contemporary research and professional practice, enabling students to engage with current debates surrounding HR performance, reward management, talent resourcing, and people development. By examining both traditional and emerging HR practices, students gain a deep understanding of how HR functions contribute to organisational effectiveness and competitive advantage.

A core element of the programme is the exploration of professional skills development for HR practitioners, with particular emphasis on the relevance of global HRM and leadership in modern business environments. Students critically evaluate the competencies required of HR professionals and consider how leadership, ethics, and strategic decision-making shape HR practice across different cultural and organisational contexts.

The programme also offers a thorough examination of comparative employment relations, drawing on legal perspectives at both national and international levels. This enables students to understand how employment law, industrial relations systems, and regulatory frameworks influence the management of people in diverse global settings.