Human Resource Management and Development

Entry requirements

Normally a minimum 2:2 Honours degree or equivalent or successful completion of the Graduate Certificate International Management/Grad Cert HRM.

A wide range of professional qualifications are also accepted either in partial or complete fulfilment of entry requirements.

Where a student has gained a recognised Honours degree but does not meet the normal entry qualification requirement, they may still be considered for entry if they can demonstrate relevant work experience of a minimum two years duration post study and acceptable level of responsibility.

Months of entry

January, June, September

Course content

On this programme, you will develop your understanding of human resource management and development practices across a variety of organisational settings.

This is an Advanced Level programme, recognised by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development as providing the necessary knowledge to apply for Chartered Membership. On completion of the course and successfully meeting the accredited CIPD standards, you will also receive an Advanced Level Certificate from the Institute.

Full-time students automatically gain entrance to the CIPD National conference and Exhibition in Manchester - the leading HRM conference in the UK.

Part-time Evening Programme

This programme runs on a Tuesday evening (5-9pm) over two years. This route is intended for graduates who currently work in the field and who require professional accreditation, as well as those who intend to move into a career in Human Resource Management and Development.