Human Resource Management at University of Worcester - UCAS

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Course summary

The course is designed to develop your Human Resource Management understanding and skills. The themes of internationalisation, employability and sustainability are central to the programme and the international context will be at the forefront in all modules, allowing you to explore and investigate the core content in a multicultural and global setting. You will have the opportunity to study alongside students with diverse backgrounds to encourage cross-learning and be exposed to different practices of employment relationship from around the world. International business context will be provided through links to live case studies to enable you to gain an appreciation of real business situations. You will also have the option to choose an internship pathway to gain a further understanding of relevant practice. Sustainability and sustainable development will be explored throughout the course to enable you to develop a critical understanding and awareness of operating as a leader in sustainable and ethical business. Key features

  • Scholarships and Discounts for international students, based on their grades
  • Opportunities to work with senior academics who have extensive experience in Project Management
  • Gain Human Resource knowledge and skills to manage in a range of national and global settings
  • Develop the ability to apply knowledge and understanding of Human Resource Management to complex issues, both systematically and creatively
  • Opportunities to experience relevant practice through the internship pathway option
  • A flexible design allowing two entry points, in September and January

Modules

See the University website for details

Assessment method

The course provides opportunities to test understanding and learning informally through the completion of practice or ‘formative’ assignments. Each module has one or more formal or ‘summative’ assessment which is graded and counts towards the overall module grade. The precise assessment requirements for an individual student in an academic year will vary according to the mandatory and optional modules taken, but a typical formal summative assessment pattern, for a full time student is: Semester 1: 1 Research proposal 1 Exam 2 Individual reports 1 Group presentation 1 Essay Semester 2: 1 Group presentation 1 Reflective essay 1 Individual report Semester 3: Research Project The precise assessment requirements for part time students will vary according to the modules selected. All assignments will be internally marked and moderated as well as being externally examined as per the University of Worcester assessment policy.


Entry requirements

The Human Resource Management course is available for aspiring individuals who can exhibit good intellectual abilities and personal and professional skills. The minimum entry requirements are: - An honours degree at 2:2 level or above in any subject (or International students holding a qualification recognised as equivalent by the University). - Entry to the MSc in Human Resource Management requires all applicants to complete an application form. Where information on the form is insufficient for a decision to be made the applicant will be requested to attend an interview with the Admission Tutor. Recognition of Prior Learning Students with relevant previous study at postgraduate level or with extensive experience may be considered eligible for recognition of prior learning. Please contact the Registry Admissions Office for further information or guidance on 01905 855111. Further information on Recognition of Prior Learning can be found at our Registry Services page. We accept IELTS, Pearson and many Cambridge certificates as proof of English language fluency on our degree courses. Other equivalent English qualifications will also be considered as well as qualifications recognised as equivalent by the University. Some courses may require a higher score for professional accreditation or registration. Find out more about language requirements and support. Students whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate proficiency to a minimum level of 6.5 IELTS (and minimum of 5.5 in each element) or equivalent. If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the Admissions Office on 01905 855111 or email [email protected] for advice.


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Human Resource Management at University of Worcester - UCAS