Master of Science in Human Resource Management

Program Overview

The MSc in Human Resource Management at Metropolitan College equips students with the knowledge and practical skills essential for effective human resource management. The program, certified by the CIPD, emphasizes the practical and theoretical aspects of HRM, including talent management, engagement, and change management. Graduates possess the qualifications for careers in human resource departments and strategic management roles. This program is distinguished by its CIPD certification, focus on new technologies, and emphasis on leadership and ethical decision-making in diverse work environments.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The MSc in Human Resource Management at Metropolitan College is a program designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills to contribute significantly to a company's performance through effective human resource management and administration. The program aims to meet the practical and theoretical knowledge required in the modern business environment regarding the role and contribution of human resource management. It focuses on providing practical skills for a dynamic career in Human Resource Management, equipping students with necessary practical knowledge and crucial interpersonal skills (soft skills) to manage and lead in multinational work environments with diverse workforces. The program's goal is to enable graduates to contribute to improving a company's performance through effective human resource management and administration. Graduates are eligible to register with the CIPD as Associate Members upon successful completion.

Outline:

Teaching:

The program is taught by professionally experienced and research-active professors. Students specialize in methods of analyzing complex issues, critical evaluation, and consulting for a company's human resources, solving problems creatively, and making ethical decisions to maintain an ethical framework in accordance with the CIPD Code of Practice and labor law. Teaching and learning are based on the latest academic research and practice, framed by experiential learning, creative assessments, visits, and guest speaker lectures.

Careers:

The MSc Human Resource Management program provides the necessary qualifications for those wishing to pursue careers as human resource management professionals or to upgrade their careers in organizational development and strategic management. Graduates acquire the theoretical and practical knowledge to work in Personnel Departments as:

• HR Department Managers
• Human Resource Development Professionals
• Recruiters

Other:

• The program offers a Master of Science degree from Oxford Brookes University, with international recognition.
• It is the only Master's degree in HR in Greece with certification from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).
• Graduates are entitled to register with the CIPD as Associate Members.
• The program emphasizes new technologies (AI, digital applicant assessment applications, etc.)
and how they can be used effectively for the correct selection of a company's personnel.
• It offers high employment levels and career advancement prospects as senior human resources executives in companies.
• Certified seminars and lectures by distinguished business executives are offered throughout the studies.
• The program is available in Greek.
• The program has recognized studies, with professional qualifications recognized according to the provisions of the current legislation and the Ministry of Education.
• The program provides students with the necessary skills to manage and lead in multinational work environments with diverse workforces.