Key Information
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Campus |  |
Level |  |
Format |
| University of Leicester | Masters | Online Learning | |||
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Duration |  |
Pace |  |
Fees |
| 30 months | Part Time | £10,900** | |||
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Application Deadline |  |
Start Date |  |
Assessment |
| 11th March & 16 Sept 2024 | 8th April & 7th Oct 2024 | Dissertation |
About this Course
This is an Accredited Course by the Malta Further & Higher Education Authority (MFHEA), at MQF/EQF Level 7.
This degree looks in-depth at human resource management and training processes and their relationship with organisational performance and culture. You will acquire the specialist knowledge and skills needed to succeed as a professional in the field of HR management and training.
This degree will equip you with the skills and knowledge to engage critically with theories and practices around training and learning in the workplace and the role of the human resources practitioner. It will also develop your practical transferable skills such as oral and written presentations, problem solving, team-working, self-appraisal, and independence in the planning and management of learning.
This course has been design to meet your needs if you are either a newly qualified graduate or an experienced professional looking to enhance your career prospects.
Two and a Half Year Model:
- The masters route gives you the choice of completing your studies in two or two and half years. In the standard two and half year model you will study all of the modules sequentially before moving onto your dissertation.
Two Year Model:
- In our accelerated two-year model you will study module one before studying modules two and three simultaneously, before going on to study your fourth module and then your dissertation.You’ll also have the opportunity to gain a Level 7 CIPD qualification at the same time as studying your MSc Human Resource Management and Training. This will incur costs by joining CIPD as a student member
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will gain a comprehensive grounding and critical understanding of a variety of human resource management topics including:
- recruitment
- managing labour relations
- workplace learning
- employee development.
- the culture of organisations and the workplace
- the broader environmental factors that can impact on the decision-making of human resource management and training professionals.
Awarding Body
This qualification is awarded by the University of Leicester. This qualification is accredited by the Malta Further and Higher Education Authority. The MFHEA deems this MSc in Human Resource Management and Training to be at MQF/EQF Level 7 in the Malta Qualifications Framework and the European Qualifications Framework for lifelong learning.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold:
- A first- or second-class Honours Degree or equivalent in a relevant field
Or
- an approved professional qualification coupled with three years or more suitable professional experience
If you do not hold a relevant qualification but have three or more years of substantial work experience in human resources, management, training or employee relations then you can be considered for the course based on providing a copy of your CV and a personal statement of 500-1,000 words detailing your suitability and relevant work experience.
- IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
- If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability.
Assessment Mode
You will be assessed during each module by a variety of course work assignments. Your final piece of work, the dissertation, will be 10,000 words.
Language of Instruction & Delivery Mode
This programme will be delivered in English as online webinars.
Fees**
Fees may vary. Please find the latest updated fees on the University’s official website.
Course Funding Schemes
This course is eligible for individual funding through these schemes: GET QUALIFIED SCHEME Candidates can benefit from a 70% rebate of the course fee via tax credits. Learn more about this scheme
