University of Derby

International Business and HRM

University of DerbyDerby (Kedleston Road), United Kingdom

Course overview

• Deepen your understanding of business and human resource management in an international context • Gain a highly regarded masters level qualification together with vital employability skills for a successful career in business or HR • Develop your knowledge of economics, international business, management, employment law and HRM to ease your transition to a high-level role • Network with international business leaders and influential HR professionals who provide guest lectures, consultancy projects, case studies and professional mentoring • Learn alongside students from around the world, gaining a greater awareness of cultural diversity and different perspectives on international business • This course is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and puts you on the fast track to a qualification which raises your professional standing and improves your career prospects. It fully prepares you to meet the CPD requirements of the HR profession

Key highlights

  • Accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
  • Prepares you to meet the CPD requirements of the HR profession
  • Covers economics, international business, management, employment law and HRM
  • Guest lectures, consultancy projects and mentoring from industry professionals
  • Study alongside international students, building awareness of cultural diversity

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2nd class — to include relevant area; or above

Scholarships

  • 10% Alumni Discount

    All other alumni will receive a 10% discount.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • 25% Alumni Discount

    The 25% alumni discount is available if you graduated in the academic years 2023/24 or 2024/25 and are fully enrolled on a postgraduate programme by July 2026.

  • Biomedical Science Excellence Scholarship

    Two awards of £1,000 are available, and will be awarded as a tuition fee reduction in the second semester. Each recipient will also be allocated up to £500 to use to attend a conference.

    Up to £1,000

Careers this course leads to

  • HR manager
  • HR business partner
  • International HR manager
  • Employee relations specialist
  • Talent acquisition manager
  • International business manager

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,125 for the full course* | International: £17,500 for the full course

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 University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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