University of Limerick
Human Resource Management
Key programme benefits to future students
Equips participants to face multiple role requirements in a function that is increasingly complex and challenging, including managing transformational change, globalisation, diversity and inclusion, balancing operational and strategic issues and managing competing demands from multiple stakeholders.
Recognised international programme accreditation at the highest level from the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development (CIPD).
Students have access to specialist laboratory facilities and the programme offers a dual degree opportunity at the following French Business School partners: Audencia (Nantes), Excelia (La Rochelle), Neoma (Reims & Rouen), Rennes and Toulouse.
Key Fact: This MSc in Human Resource Management is fully accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD).
Subjects taught
Autumn Modules
• Contemporary HRM and Sustainable Work
• The Psychology of Leading People and Organisations
• Professional Development 1
• Researching Work and Employment
Spring Modules
• Conflict Resolution in the Employment Relationship
• The Transformation of Work in a Global Context
• Professional Development 2
• Learning and Development
Summer Modules
• Dissertation 1
• Dissertation 2
Entry requirements
Applicants will possess a minimum 2:2 honours primary degree (National Qualifications Authority of Ireland) in a relevant discipline (for example human resource management; work and organisational psychology; business management). However, applicants with cognate backgrounds (where they must have studied at least some of the following subjects in their undergraduate degrees – management, organisational behaviour, employment relations, industrial relations, employment law, individual psychology, social psychology, learning, conflict management, strategy) will also be considered. An interview (face-to-face, or via telephone/skype) will normally form part of the application process. Applicants who do not meet the minimum primary degree requirement may be considered on the basis of relevant professional experience in the field of human resource management, industrial relations, training and development, employment policy, or related field.
Duration
1 year full-time, 2 years part-time, on-campus.
Enrolment dates
Autumn
Post Course Info
Graduate careers
Graduates are equipped for career opportunities in areas such as Human Resource Management (generalist or specialist roles); Learning & Development; Talent management; Management Consultancy; Management & Leadership Development; Employee Relations.
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Qualification letters
MSc
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Qualifications
Degree - Masters (Level 9 NFQ)
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Attendance type
Daytime,Full time,Part time
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