Kingston University

MSc Global Human Resource Management

Kingston University

Course overview

The Master of Science degree in Global Human Resource Management at Kingston University is all about training HR professionals for careers that involve working internationally. You'll learn about important HR strategies, how to manage people from different backgrounds, and how to plan for workforces across the globe.

This course has the official approval of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), which is a well-respected professional body. You'll learn from university teachers and people who work in the HR industry. Students will also find out about the latest trends in global HR and will have opportunities to meet people working in the field at networking events and talks given by guest speakers.

You'll learn through talks, working in groups, and practical workshops. Your learning will be assessed through coursework, giving presentations, and writing a final, long essay called a dissertation. This dissertation will look at real HR problems that businesses face.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements

Usually, to get onto this course, you'll need a degree (in a related subject) with a 2:2 classification or higher. If you don't have standard qualifications but have the relevant work experience, the university will consider your application.

English Proficiency

Applicants whose first language isn’t English need to demonstrate proficiency. An IELTS overall score of 6.5 with no lower than 6.0 in each component is also considered.

Scholarships

  • Alumni Discount

    Award: 10% discount on tuition fees.

    Up to 10% of fees
  • Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Award

    The Chelsea Arts Club Trust MA Materials and Research Award is a £2,500 bursary, awarded each year to an MA Fashion or MA Sustainable Fashion student.

    Up to £2,500
  • Chevening Scholarships

    Award: Tuition fees, travel costs and living allowance subsidised.

  • International Merit-Based scholarships

    The scholarships are worth £5,000 towards your first year tuition fees.

    Up to £5,000
  • Niloufar Ebrahim Scholarship

    The scholarship will cover a portion of tuition fees for the applicant, up to the value of £1,000.

  • Postgraduate Progression Scholarship

    The Kingston University Postgraduate Progressions Scholarship offers a 15% reduction in postgraduate tuition fees.

  • The Kingston Impact Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee contribution to two MBA students.

    Up to £5,000
  • The Kingston MBA Scholarship

    Kingston University Business School is proud to offer a tuition fee scholarship of £5,000 to self-funded candidates.

    Up to £5,000

Career opportunities

Graduates of the MSc Global Human Resource Management from Kingston University are prepared to handle people within an organisation efficiently. Some of the roles they can work in include:

  • HR Business Partner
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist
  • Learning and Development Manager
  • Employee Relations Manager
  • International HR Manager
  • Compensation and Benefits Analyst

Cost of study

International students interested in the MSc Global Human Resource Management at Kingston University should expect to pay £19,700 for full-time study in the 2025/26 academic session.

Admission

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