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Human Resource Management (K41) at Open University - UCAS

Open University

Degree level: Postgraduate
Awarded by: The Open University

Human Resource Management (K41) (Taught)

Course summary

The qualification is designed to provide you with specialist skills, knowledge and capabilities in human resource management. You’ll begin by examining the research and theory about the work of HR professionals and develop the skills needed to work as an effective HR professional. You’ll progress to exploring the contexts within which HR strategies and policies are developed and the implications of adopting the different strategies to an organisation. You’ll also gain training in academic and research skills as preparation for further study and research in the field of human resource management. Key features of the course • Gain an understanding of the HR professional’s role, addressing ethical dilemmas, inclusivity, diversity and sustainable HR management. • Develop essential people management skills such as interviewing, training, and managing performance. • Learn to address business and change management issues and work at a strategic level in the organisation. • Gain an understanding of organisational strategies in relation to HR issues such as employee relations and employee engagement.

Modules

You'll study the following:

  • The role of the human resource professional
- Human resource management in context


Entry requirements

You must hold a bachelors degree awarded by a recognised UK university, or equivalent. You will need to be able to draw on experience of working in or with organisations. This experience can be drawn from a wide range of situations such as employment in public and private sector organisations and in self-employed or voluntary roles. Your spoken and written English must be of an adequate standard for postgraduate study. If English is not your first language, we recommend that you will need a minimum score of 6.5 under the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this 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

As fees for individual modules can vary, the total cost you pay for your qualification depends on the modules you choose to study. For further information about fees, please refer to the course description on The Open University website.
Human Resource Management (K41) at Open University - UCAS