University of Liverpool

Human Resource Management and Strategic Organisation

University of LiverpoolLiverpool, United Kingdom

Course overview

Our MSc Human Resource Management and Strategic Organisation programme is designed and delivered by leading HR scholars drawing on input from practitioners to equip students with the knowledge and skills valued by top employers now and in the future. You also have the option to tailor your learning and choose between four pathways:1. MSc Human Resource Management and Strategic Organisation - HRSP2.

MSc Human Resource Management and Business Analytics - HRBA3. MSc Human Resource Management in a Global Context - HRGC4. MSc Human Resource Management and Strategic Talent Development - HRST Learning from active researchers and practitioners, you will apply cutting-edge theory to contemporary HR issues.

The programme is suitable for those embarking on a new career in HR as well as experienced HR professionals who want to further develop their knowledge. Core modules examine international HRM strategy and practice, strategic leadership and organisational change, sustainable workforce planning, evidence-based practice and people analytics, performance management and development, and contemporary HR professionalism. To pass the master’s programme, you need to successfully complete six 20-credit modules and a final 60-credit applied research project or dissertation.

The modules you study will vary depending on your chosen pathway. The programme is aimed at those who have not studied to any great depth in this subject area, who seek to develop the required knowledge and skills to pursue a career in people management and HR. The programme may also appeal to those who have some form of HR experience but are looking to develop their career and advance into more senior HR and strategic organisational roles.

The University of Liverpool Management School is one of an elite group of institutions worldwide to hold the gold standard ‘triple-crown’ accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. AACSB Accreditation Standards require a high quality teaching environment, a commitment to continu

Key highlights

  • Choose from four pathways, including business analytics and global HR
  • Taught by active HR researchers with input from practitioners
  • Core modules in people analytics and evidence-based practice
  • Study strategic leadership, organisational change and sustainable workforce planning
  • Final 60-credit applied research project or dissertation
  • School holds triple-crown accreditation from AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — Postgraduate entry requirements: We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • E. Allison Peers Masters Scholarship in Iberian and Latin American Studies

    The scholarship provides £5,000 towards fees, plus a £5,000 stipend, for students undertaking a Hispanic topic in any master's programme in the Department of Languages, Cultures and Film at the University of Liverpool.

    Up to £5,000
  • Health, Cultures and Societies Bursary

    The successful candidate will receive a one-off fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Hodgson Law Scholarship

  • Liverpool Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduates

    If you're an international student, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount of £7,000.

    Up to £7,000
  • Liverpool Law School Hong Kong Scholarships

    Two scholarships worth £1,000 each.

    Up to £1,000
  • Liverpool Law School LLM Bursaries

    Two bursaries worth £500 each for Home students. Two bursaries wroth £1,000 each for international students.

  • MA in Chinese-English Translating and Interpreting Scholarships

    Students awarded this scholarship will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Management School MBA Excellence Scholarship

    50% tuition fee discounts are available.

    Up to 50% of fees
  • Manuel Irujo Scholarship in Basque Studies

    The scholarship provides approximately £5,000.

  • MusicFutures Scholarship for International Intellectual Property Law LLM

    Up to five scholarships are available, each worth £12,500 in the form of a tuition fee discount.

    Up to £12,500
  • Peter Astaire Memorial Scholarship in Beatles Studies

    Up to two awards are available in each academic year, with each award worth £4,000.

    Up to £4,000
  • Scholarships for MA Political Science and International Relations

    The Department of Politics is pleased to announce two £5,000 scholarships for students wishing to pursue the MA in Political Science and International Relations.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Master's in Public Administration and Policy

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Education

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Film Studies

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in History

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • Scholarships for Postgraduate Study in Translation

    Successful candidates will receive a fee reduction of £5,000.

    Up to £5,000
  • University of Liverpool Humanitarian Scholarships for Master's Programmes

  • University of Liverpool International College (UoLIC) Excellence Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

Careers this course leads to

  • HR manager
  • HR business partner
  • Talent development manager
  • People analytics specialist
  • Organisational development consultant
  • Workforce planning analyst

Cost of study

UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £15,000; Part-time: £7,500 | International: Full-time place, per year - £30,000; Part-time: £15,000

Admission

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