MSc International Human Resource Management

There are always reasons to save money and resources. Sometimes it's because there isn't much to go around. Other times, it's to learn how to control spending. Just like we're told to turn off a tap so water isn't wasted, we're also told not to spend too much. This shows why it's important to manage things well and save for when things get tough. But it's not just about saving things like money; we also need to manage ourselves and other people.

The MSc International Human Resource Management at the University of Portsmouth is a one-year full-time course to prepare students for global HR careers. The course has CIPD approval and teaches how to manage people, understand different cultures, and work in international business. Students study global employment relations, talent management, leadership, and HR strategy. The course also addresses ethics and the impact of modernisation on HR practices, helping students develop practical skills and strategic thinking.

The course involves learning through lectures, seminars, and group work, promoting collaboration. Students are assessed using essays, presentations, exams, portfolios of their work, and a final dissertation.

The University of Portsmouth provides a variety of career-focused courses in Business, Engineering, Health, and the creative industries, emphasising the development of practical skills. Despite becoming a university in 1992, Portsmouth has rapidly gained a strong reputation and ranks among the world's top 150 young universities.

Relevant work experience and a Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) qualification at Level 3 or 5 enhance an applicant's profile for this programme.

Grade Requirements

• Candidates must hold a second-class honours degree or equivalent in any academic subject and be seeking to pursue/continue an HR career.
  

English Proficiency

• Applicants whose first language isn’t English need evidence of proficiency. Evidence, such as an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with no component score below 6.0, is accepted.

International students enrolling in the MSc International Human Resource Management degree should expect to pay a tuition fee of £17,900 for the 2025/26 academic year.

For international students who want to study at the University of Portsmouth, there are scholarships for postgraduate students. These scholarships are put in place to support students financially and recognise academic excellence. The Vice Chancellor’s Global Development Scholarship provides a £2,500 tuition fee reduction for self-funded international students, and the Chancellor’s Global Academic Merit Scholarship offers a £5,000 fee reduction. Additional funding opportunities include the Commonwealth and Chevening Scholarships.

Graduates of the MSc International Human Resource Management from the University of Portsmouth are well-prepared to manage people effectively. Some of the promising roles they can work in include:

• HR Manager
• Talent Acquisition Specialist
• Employee Relations Advisor
• Learning and Development Officer
• International Recruitment Consultant
• HR Business Partner

Prospective applicants seeking clarification and personalised guidance on the application process before the closing date are advised to contact an AHZ-trained counsellor.