Master of Science in Human Resource Management

The Master of Science in Human Resource Management is designed to prepare learners for a career in Human Resource Management in private and public sector. Given the increasing role of technological advancements in society and workplace, human resource management is emerging as a multidisciplinary field with a breadth and depth of content that encompasses various areas of expertise such as: employment law, diversity and inclusion, people analytics and organisational behaviour that play a central role in shaping the strategy and leading digital transformation within organisations.

The mission of this programme is to expose learners to human resource trends, and position them with the knowledge and soft skills to navigate and plan their careers including commercial drive, inclusive leadership, and ethical values. The Master of Science in Human Resource Management provides the conceptual and practical insights into the various areas of human resource management for learners who wish to gain the foundational knowledge and skills or reskill in this area. Additionally, the programme will be of interest to graduates from a non-business background who are interested in moving into a human resource management role in their current industry.

This programme is accredited by CIPD, the professional body for HR and people development responsible for championing better work and working lives. CIPD sets the gold standard for people management and development and influences policy and practice in the world of work.

A minimum second-class second-division (2.2) honours bachelor's degree or Higher Diploma in a cognate area. Cognate subjects include HR, marketing, law, management or another related business discipline.

A minimum second-class second-division (2.2) honours undergraduate bachelor degree or Higher Diploma in a non-cognate area plus 35 years professional experience in a related field.

Applicants who do not have a Level 8 qualification and who have at least 3 years work experience may also be considered through the College's normal RPL procedures. Relevant professional experience will be taken into account and individuals will be assessed on a case-by-case basis through DBS RPL procedures. Relevant professional experience will be taken into account and individuals will be assessed on a case-by-case basis through DBS RPL procedures.

For applicants whose first language is not English, the minimum English language requirement for entry to the programme is IELTS score 6.00