Arden University

BA (Hons) Human Resource (HR) Management & Psychology Degree

Arden University

Course overview

Designed to give you modern skills in the interrelated fields of human resource management and psychology, this course will teach you how to support and empower people in the workplace. You’ll learn the role psychology plays in business, and how it can be used to improve employee performance and business outcomes - all directly from industry experts who will provide you with real insight into the sector. In developing this course, we’ve consulted some of today’s biggest industry leaders, such as Google, Coca Cola, and Oracle, ensuring the skills you gain are both in-demand and highly relevant to today’s workplace.

The course will delve into effective approaches for managing people and maximising performance in the modern business environment. Key psychological principles will be covered, including occupational psychology, recruitment and selection, training and development, performance, and managing conflict, giving you insight into individual and organisational psychology. Not only that, but the course is run with your long-term future and employability in mind.

Through our business simulation software, SimVenture, you’ll have the opportunity to apply your learning to practise in a safe environment, allowing you to experience first-hand how to run a business and overcome the challenges you might face along the way. You’ll also have regular guest speakers who will inform you of the latest developments in the field, providing you with knowledge of the real-world challenges you might face in your career and valuable opportunities for networking and professional development. Studying Business at Arden Video • 1 min

Key highlights

  • Developed in consultation with Google, Coca Cola and Oracle
  • Covers occupational psychology, recruitment, selection, training and conflict management
  • Explores how psychology improves employee performance and business outcomes
  • Business simulation software SimVenture lets you practise running a business
  • Regular guest speakers offer sector updates and networking opportunities
  • Taught by industry experts with real insight into the sector

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element)
  • TOEFL iBT: 80 — 80 or TOEFL iBT 80

Careers this course leads to

  • HR officer
  • HR adviser
  • Recruitment consultant
  • Learning and development officer
  • Employee relations adviser
  • Talent acquisition specialist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £7,140 per level (online) | International: £5,500 per level (online)

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Arden University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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