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Students
Tuition Fee
Start Date
2025-09-01
Medium of studying
Duration
24 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
Human Resources | Workforce Development
Area of study
Business and Administration
Timing
Part time
Course Language
English
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2024-09-01-
2025-09-01-
About Program

Program Overview


The MSc Human Resource Management program at the University of Salford is a part-time, evening program designed for professionals seeking to enhance their skills and gain professional accreditation in HRM. It covers a comprehensive range of topics, including strategic HR, employment law, leadership, and research methods. The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, and independent study, and is accredited by the CIPD.

Program Outline


MSc Human Resource Management (part-time evening delivery)


Degree Overview:

The MSc Human Resource Management (HRM) program at the University of Salford is a part-time, evening program designed for professionals working in the field who want to develop their skills and gain professional accreditation. It is also suitable for graduates with non-HRM backgrounds who wish to specialize in HRM for career change or career progression. The program covers a range of topics, including:

  • Strategic HR
  • Employment law
  • Leadership and development
  • Equality, diversity, and inclusion
  • Organizational design and development
  • Research methods
  • Technology, data, and the future of work
  • The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, and independent study. Students also have the opportunity to complete a work placement or research project.

Objectives:

The objectives of the MSc HRM program are to:

  • Provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human resource management
  • Develop students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Prepare students for a career in human resource management
  • Help students develop their research skills

Outline:

The MSc HRM program is made up of a mix of modules totaling 180 credits, delivered across all three trimesters of the academic year. Students study one module at a time for a twelve-week period. The running order of modules may vary from year to year.


Modules:

  • HR Strategy and Practices
  • Employment Law
  • Leadership and Development
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion for HR Practitioners
  • Organisational Project
  • Technology, Data and the Future of Work
  • Organisational Design and Development
  • Research Methods

Assessment:

Assessment methods include essays, assignments, multiple-choice tests, online tests, group reports, and portfolio work. The weighting between exams and coursework varies between modules.


Teaching:

Teaching methods include lectures, seminars, case studies, and group work. The program is taught by a team of experienced academics and practitioners.


Careers:

Graduates of the MSc HRM program are employed in a variety of industries and sectors, including:

  • Financial services
  • Healthcare
  • Education
  • Retail
  • Government

Other:

  • The program is accredited by the CIPD.
  • The program is offered on a part-time basis, making it suitable for students who are working full-time.

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