International Master in HR & Organization

Program Overview

The International Master in HR & Organization at Rome Business School trains professionals in human resource management, emphasizing innovative leadership, ethical conduct, and the strategic development of talent. Through a blended learning approach, students gain knowledge and skills in strategic HR, people management, and data analytics, preparing them for careers in prestigious companies across the globe. The program also offers international bootcamps and a robust Career Services team for career development and job placement.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The International Master in HR & Organization at Rome Business School aims to train passionate professionals in human resource management. The program begins with foundational management knowledge before specializing in HR. The goal is to produce innovative and responsible leaders with a growth mindset, ready to make a global impact and achieve career milestones. The program emphasizes developing, attracting, and retaining talent to ensure success in the new business ecosystem. It also focuses on the importance of work/life balance and ethical conduct, capitalizing on new technologies. Intended learning outcomes include developing professional knowledge and skills in HRM, understanding and evaluating different HRM functions, developing strategic and critical thinking abilities regarding HR issues, demonstrating problem-solving competence in HRM, and identifying social, cultural, ethical, and environmental responsibilities and issues in international HRM. The program is structured around four pillars: real link with companies, internationality, professional impact, and higher purpose (Better Managers for a Better World, focusing on CSR and sustainable business approaches).

Outline:

The International Master in HR & Organization is structured as follows:

• 5% Managerial Core: This initial module covers fundamental management concepts.
Specific subjects include Managerial Economics (essentials of entrepreneurship and business planning), Management Accounting for Decision Making (financial aspects of business decisions, cost management, budgeting, etc. ), Business Strategy (long-term direction and strategy of a company), Financial Statement Analysis (understanding financial statements for decision-making), Project & Operations Management (project management, data analysis, problem-solving), Marketing: Traditional and Digital (application of marketing principles), Human Resource Management (strategic HR issues like workforce acquisition, development, motivation, and retention), and Data Analytics for Managers (basic data analysis for business decisions).
• 35% Focusing and Specializing: This section delves into strategic planning, organization, execution, and control of HR.
• Strategic HR:
Introduction to new HR and organizational models, HR as a strategic business partner.
• People Management and Performance Enhancement: Recruitment & Selection (staffing strategies for multinationals), HR Assessment, Psychometric Models & Job Crafting, Training and Development, Contracts, Total Compensation and Employee Relations, Performance Management and Feedback.
• Human & Organizational Behavior: Advanced OB, Behavioral Economics & Competences, Change Management, Communication and building trust, Agile, Distance Management & Culture, Cross-cultural effectiveness.
• Global HR: Leadership within Global Context, Global mindset: Valuing diversity & inclusion within work teams, Global legal environment: policies, rules, laws, regulations.
• Digital HR and Tech:
Leverage Digital HR Transformation & Data Driven HR strategy, Recognize Digital Learning and Development, Examine People Analytics & People Cost Optimization, HR and AI Tools for Human Resources Management.
• Better Managers for a Better World: Building ethical and responsible organizations.
• 10% Electives: Students can choose from electives organized into two macro areas: Next Gen Business (Innovation, AI, and Digital Growth) and Global Business Excellence.
Specific elective areas include Innovation & Growth, AI4 Business, Tech & Digitalization, Industry Business Excellence, International Business, Global Electives with RBS international partner Business Schools, and Introduction to preparation for professional certifications.
• 15% Business in Action: This includes a Practice Lab in collaboration with Microsoft (in-class business scenarios, solution development, and strategy creation), and a Global Trends Lab (two virtual sessions focusing on identifying and understanding the impact of global trends on businesses).
• 5% Global Trends Lab: This consists of two virtual sessions: Session 1 focuses on identifying sources and monitoring global trends, with guest speakers from UN, UNIDO, and ILO.
Session 2 explores the impact of global trends on businesses and adaptation strategies.
• 20% Capstone Project: Students tackle a real-world business challenge, potentially working in groups to develop an internet sales plan or a loyalty program.
Past projects have included defining prerequisites for a DEI policy and identifying relevant metrics for evaluating program effectiveness.

Teaching:

The International Master in HR & Organization utilizes a blended learning approach. Teaching is conducted by highly qualified international university professors, trainers, and business managers from various operational and professional fields. The program incorporates practical case studies, simulations (change management, talent acquisition, leadership development), coaching and mentoring, mock interviews, and a capstone project. Guest lectures and company visits from organizations like Gruppo Hera, Canon, Microsoft, Ernst & Young, and Amazon provide real-world exposure. The program also features a Practice Lab in partnership with Microsoft. The teaching methodology aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills currently demanded by the market.

Careers:

The program boasts a 98% placement rate, with over 70% of students finding new jobs within six months of completion and over 50% before completion. Graduates work in prestigious companies such as GiGroup, Hays, Manpower, and Amazon. The program is designed to prepare students for roles such as Human Resources Manager, Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding Manager, Headhunter, Recruitment Specialist, HR Consultant, HR Business Partner, Contract & Payroll Specialist, HR Training & Development Manager, HR Generalist, International Recruiter, Talent & Development Manager, and HR Relations & Rewards Manager. The Career Services team provides support in career development and job placement.

Other:

The Rome Business School is described as the most international business school in Italy. The program includes international bootcamps in various locations (Silicon Valley, Paris, Barcelona, Rome, Tuscany, Lagos, Doha, London, China, Porto, Dublin, and a Grand Tour of Italy), offering immersive business experiences and networking opportunities. The Corporate Advisory Board (CAB), composed of 103 leaders, managers, and professionals, plays a key role in the quality assurance process and continuous improvement of the program. The program is ASFOR accredited. The program also emphasizes the development of soft skills.