MSc International Human Resource Management
Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, United Kingdom
Course overview
If you're interested in a career involving responsibility for the management and leadership of employees in a global environment then this course is for you. Human Resource Management (HRM) is a vital area of business. Successful people management, effective recruitment and a knowledge of employment law are keystones to the running and development of any company, whatever its size.
This course will develop your personal and professional skills to enable you to succeed in dynamic and complex international business environments. It will equip you with knowledge and understanding of global perspectives in HRM and prepare you to work in organisations to develop and sustain competitive advantage. Typical entry points to this course are in January and September.
Please enquire for more information. Our MSc in International Human Resource Management has a 100% overall student satisfaction score (PTES, 2023). We are the #1 modern university in Scotland (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026).
We are a top 5 UK modern university for graduate prospects (The Times Good University Guide 2026).
Key highlights
- Covers people management, recruitment and employment law
- Develops global perspectives in human resource management
- Builds personal and professional skills for complex international business
- Prepares graduates to help organisations sustain competitive advantage
- January and September entry points available
- 100% overall student satisfaction score (PTES, 2023)
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — or above
Scholarships
Harilela Scholarship
Successful applicants will be awarded £2,500 towards the cost of their fees, paid directly to the University’s fees office.
Up to £2,500June Scholarship
We have partial scholarships available for self-funded international applicants starting a course at Edinburgh Napier in June.
Careers this course leads to
- HR Manager
- HR Business Partner
- International HR Officer
- Recruitment Manager
- Learning and Development Manager
- Employee Relations Adviser
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,615 | International: £20,540
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 Edinburgh Napier University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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