Course summary
The Masters in Human Resource Management (HRM) is a well-established programme which is designed to provide a solid foundation for successful participants to develop, or enhance their careers, in HRM. The programme is delivered by the Cardiff School of Management, recognised across the world as a Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) professionally approved centre. As such, the MSc HRM is fully approved by CIPD and you will be eligible for an ‘Associate’ membership of the CIPD when you have successfully completed the full Master’s programme. The work environment has become more complex with significant changes in the organisation of work, an increasingly diverse labour force, new patterns of working and contractual arrangements. This is set against the background of a highly competitive global market. The attraction, retention and development of high-calibre people are sources of competitive advantage for organisations, and this places the role of HRM at the centre of high business performance and success. The role of HR professionals is more important than ever when organisations deal with the consequences of the Covid-19 pandemic. HR teams work in tandem with business heads to engage employees and keep up the morale, reconfigure workflows, redeploy talent and upskill staff to help them stay relevant. You will be equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge for a multi-disciplinary approach to business, organisations and HR issues. By enabling you to function as autonomous learners, at the end of your studies you will have developed the foundations for future and continuing professional development. success.
Assessment method
A range of assessment methods are used. Modules are assessed using a variety of assessment methods, for example, coursework (includes assignments, reports, presentations and reflective journal) and examinations and a research dissertation. The exact assessment methods employed will vary between modules.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Personnel and Development, Chartered Institute of
Entry requirements
All students should hold a relevant first degree or equivalent, at Lower Second class or above, that will need to be evidenced and verified and for which references will be sought. Whilst experience is not essential it is desirable. Students whose first language is other than English will need to provide evidence of fluency to at least IELTS 6.0 – or equivalent.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Republic of Ireland | £11000 | Whole course |
England | £11000 | Whole course |
Northern Ireland | £11000 | Whole course |
Scotland | £11000 | Whole course |
Wales | £11000 | Whole course |
EU | £17600 | Whole course |
International | £17600 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Student Recruitment & Admissions
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Cardiff
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