Human Resources and Organisations

Entry requirements

• Upper second-class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent in any discipline.
• No previous work experience is required.
• You may also have to provide evidence of your English proficiency, but you do not need to provide this at the time of your application to LSE.

Find out more about entry requirements on our website.

Months of entry

September

Course content

LSE's MSc Human Resources and Organisations (HRO) programme combines HR expertise, specialist knowledge, and real-world experience to help you stand out in a competitive job market.

Tailor your degree to your ambitions by choosing one of the three specialist streams: Human Resources Management, International Employment Relations, or Organisational Behaviour.

Programme highlights

• An internationally recognised CIPD accredited qualification to help set you apart in the job market if you choose the HRM or IER streams. All three streams are fully aligned with the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) guidelines for postgraduate study - recognised in 180 countries
• The opportunity to apply for the Links Scheme - a real-world consulting project with an external client that builds your industry connections and practical expertise, as an alternative to a traditional dissertation
• One elective option on the HRM stream, two on the IER stream, and three on the OB stream, allowing you to tailor the programme to your interests
• A close connection to employers through the HR Work Shadowing and HR Mentoring Schemes, where, if secured, you'll connect with senior HR professionals and alumni
• Career preparation embedded in your learning journey through the HR and People Management Career Series

Which stream is for me?

The Human Resource Management stream is ideal if you're interested in a career in HR management, talent management, or HR consulting. You'll graduate with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to succeed in HR or people management.

Choose the International Employment Relations stream if you'd like to make an impact in HR and employment relations - whether it be in government, business, labour organisations, or global bodies like the International Labour Organisation (ILO). This programme also provides a strong foundation for PhD research.

The Organisational Behaviour stream prepares you for careers in HR, consulting, employee engagement, organisational psychology, learning and development, or it can be a stepping stone to PhD research. It is designed for students who would like the flexibility to customise their learning with three elective options.

Information for international students

LSE is an international community, home to students from over 140 countries. We celebrate this diversity through everything we do - in the classroom, through our events, and across our community.

Our 2025/26 MSc Human Resources and Organisations cohort brings together 171 students from 41 countries. Learning alongside such a diverse, global group will help you develop cross-cultural management skills and build an international network that lasts well beyond graduation.

The Department of Management hosts a lively calendar of events to help you feel at home - from student balls and day trips to chill-out socials and sports sessions.

London is one of the most diverse cities in the world and home to over 127,000 international students, offering endless opportunities to connect and explore.

If you are applying to LSE from outside of the UK, visit our Information for International students page to learn more.

Fees and funding

The School recognises that the cost of living in London may be higher than in your home town or country, and we provide generous scholarships each year to home and overseas students.

This programme is eligible for needs-based awards from LSE, including the Graduate Support Scheme. The deadline for LSE financial support for 2026 entry passed in April 2026. Applications for 2027 entry will open in October 2026.

Selection for any funding opportunity is based on receipt of an application for a place – including all ancillary documents, before the funding deadline.

In addition to our needs-based awards, LSE also makes available scholarships for students from specific regions of the world and awards for students studying specific subject areas.

Find out more about financial support.