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Master of Science

MSc Leadership and Human Resource Management*

The way people work is changing rapidly, and our Master’s course in Leadership and Human Resource Management is designed to allow you to prepare, or progress, your career in management or business-related HR management. Our practically focused modules will provide you with a depth of knowledge in the field of Human Resource Management while also maintaining a strong focus on your employability, and ensuring you develop the key transferable skills that are desired by many employers.

*Subject to accreditation approval. We’re in the process of applying for CIPD accreditation with The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, meaning you will graduate with an industry recognised standard of excellence.

This course is available to study both full-time (1 year) and part-time (2 years), on campus and online. Visit MSc Leadership and Human Resources Management Online.

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Key Facts

Entry requirements

2:2 or above from a UK Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent qualification(s)

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Entry requirements

Next start date

June 2024

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You can apply to study this course directly with The University of Law Business School today.

 

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This course is accredited by the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), one of the UK's leading professional bodies for Management and Leadership.

Course Details

MSc Leadership and Human Resource Management

This business Master’s course will provide you with the in depth, specialist knowledge and understanding of the key aspects of international human resource management required for a successful career in today’s modern and dynamic work environment. This program is developed with an emphasis on meeting industry development needs and is accredited with a professionally-recognised Chartered Management Institute qualification, meaning upon graduation you will have the option to apply for a CMI Level 7 Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership as well as your degree.

Your learning experience is important to us, and that’s why this course is designed with a practical focus. You will learn from experienced business professionals in workshop-style classes to ensure you can benefit from greater interaction with your lecturer.

All learning is as interactive and realistic as possible, you’ll apply theoretical concepts and human resource management models to real life case studies. We will help you improve your skills and employability through a supportive, practical and challenging curriculum and make sure you graduate ready to take your career to the next level.

Should you be unable to complete the full programme, you may still be awarded a Diploma or Certificate depending on terms completed.

Why study a Business Master’s with us?

  • Award-winning Employability support: from day one to beyond graduation as a member of our business school alumni, you’ll have access to 1:1 support from our experienced Employability Service.
  • Our Professional Development Modules ensure you develop the professional and leadership skills you need to succeed.
  • We can help support your course fees with our scholarships and bursaries and funding options
  • We deliver practical courses taught by experienced lecturers with real world industry expertise.
  • Focused learning: our smaller class sizes mean friendly, personalised teaching, greater interaction and that your views will be heard.

Upcoming Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for our June 2024 intake are as follows:

  • International students applying outside the UK requiring a Student Route Visa: Monday 8th April 2024
  • International students applying within the UK requiring a Student Route Visa: Monday 20th May 2024
  • Domestic students: Friday 7th June 2024
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Meet Your Faculty

Dr. Elizabeth Moore is Head of Leadership at the University of Law Business School and has had an international academic career, teaching at universities in Russia, Finland, and the US including Harvard University and St. Petersburg State University.

Meet The Business School Faculty

Course Structure

 

• Global Business Strategy (15 credits)
• Innovation Management in a Digital Age (15 credits)
• Success Through Business Ethics (15 credits)
• Leading, & Developing People (15 credits)
• Strategic Human Resource Management (15 credits)
• Coaching, Mentoring & Development (15 credits)
• Employee Relations (15 credits)
• Organisational Development (15 credits)
• Responsibility of Directors (15 credits)
• Business Project (45 credits)
• Professional Development (non-credit bearing)

Helping you become more employable is our priority and we are the only business school in the UK to offer professional development coaching to all our postgraduate students. You will benefit from our Professional Development Module including one to one professional coaching and a bespoke Personal Development Plan.

This is testament to our dedication to helping you achieve your ambitions.

To find out more about how you can benefit from our professional development support, watch our short video.

Course Start Dates

  • MSc Leadership and Human Resource Management
    • Full-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
    • Part-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
  • MSc Leadership and Human Resource Management
    • Full-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
    • Part-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
  • MSc Leadership and Human Resource Management
    • Full-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
    • Part-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
  • MSc Leadership and Human Resource Management
    • Full-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
    • Part-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate

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Study MSc Leadership and Human Resource Management Online* starting June 2024, September 2024, February 2025 or June 2025

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Course requirements

The course demands show you the requirements, prior knowledge and commitments our course will involve.

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Study Online

If you’re looking for the perfect combination of a flexible study programme to fit around your other commitments together with the benefit of our expertise, experience and employability focus, why not consider our online study option?

MSc Leadership and Human Resource Management Online ➔

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Course Information

 

To get a full picture of how studying this course works during the year, take a look at our course date breakdown.

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You will be assessed formally through a mix of individual assignments, group work and Dissertation/Project work.

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This course has an innovatively flexible structure, with specific assessments that are conducive to effective learning.

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Employability We Set You Up For Success

We care about your career, which is why we offer support with job applications and other work experience opportunities as soon as you accept your place.

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Fees and Applying

 

You can apply for this course directly with the University of Law.

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2023/24 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2023)

Domestic students
London: £11,300
Outside London: £10,750

Non-domestic students
London: £16,700
Outside London: £15,850

2024/25 Course Fee (for courses starting on or after 1 July 2024)

Domestic students
London: £11,850
Outside London: £11,300

Non-domestic students
London: £18,500
Outside London: £17,000


By studying a Master's degree you could be eligible for a Postgraduate Loan.

If you’re a ULaw alumnus, you may be eligible to receive our £1000 Academic Master's Alumni Discount.

We also have a range of scholarships and bursaries available to help you invest in your future.

 

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We have students from over 120 different countries throughout our campuses, with a dedicated team to help international students.

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