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Masters of Science
MSc Human Resources with Employment Law
Looking to advance your career in Human Resource Management or International Human Resource Management?
Our Master’s in Human Resources with Employment Law programme enables professionals to specialise in the legal aspects of human resource management and employment. With modules focusing on Global Business Strategy and Strategic Human Resource Management, Employment Law, Mediation and Dispute Resolution, you’ll develop a broad comprehension of the most important concepts in people management in both a legal and global context.
The course is available full time (1 year) and part time (2 years) as well as online.
Optional Placement Year
All our Master’s courses offer an optional Placement Year, giving you the chance to practise your knowledge and skills, and enhance your employability. Find out more.
Why study with us?
- 94% of postgraduate students in employment were in Highly Skilled Occupations 15 months after graduating (2018/19 Graduate Outcomes data). Contains HESA Data © HESA 2021 (www.hesa.ac.uk)
- Practical courses delivered by experienced teachers and specialists with industry expertise to boost your employability
- Our Employment Promise offers your course fees back if you do not secure a job within 9 months of successfully completing your course
- Focused learning - smaller class sizes mean friendly, personalised teaching, greater interaction and that your views will be heard
- Check out how we can support your fees through scholarships and bursaries
International Students: we are no longer accepting applications from people who need a Student Route visa for full-time courses that start before July 2023.
Key Facts
Entry requirements
2:2 or above from a UK Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent qualification(s)
Full requirements
STUDY ONLINE
If you’re looking for a more flexible approach to your studies, why not consider our online study option?
Course Details
MSc Human Resources with Employment Law
The MSc Human Resources with Employment Law programme prepares both entry-level and established professionals to develop their career as either HRM leaders, managers, general managers and HR business specialists.
Students will develop their understanding of Human Resource Management and Leadership across a variety of organisational settings, taking into account the way national and international contexts impact upon people management. They will also gain a critical understanding of the legal framework governing human resources and employment.
The Business School prides itself on the practical relevancy of its programmes which combine critical theory with real life case studies and are delivered by academics with substantial industry experience. We have successfully accredited this programme with a professionally-recognised CMI (Chartered Management Institute) qualification.
Placement Year
Choose to study the optional Placement Year for the opportunity to gain significant practical skills and elevate your career. Employers are looking for graduates with a business-ready mind set; this entails an understanding of business ethics and values, self-awareness, mental flexibility and openness, resilience, and a commitment to lifelong learning. Visit our Postgraduate Placement Year page for more details.
Should you be unable to complete the full corporate governance and ethics programme, you may still be awarded a Diploma or Certificate depending on terms completed.
Professional Development and Coaching
All Master’s programmes are integrated with a Professional Development Module, specifically designed to help boost your professional leadership skills and expertise. We will work with you on a Personal Development Plan (PDP) tailored to your career goals, in addition to employment workshops and events.
You will receive individual coaching from a professional coach to help improve your skills within leadership, critical thinking, emotional intelligence, innovation, cultural communication, and growth mindset. We are the only business school in the UK to offer professional development coaching for all our postgraduate students and this is a testament to our dedication to helping you achieve your ambitions.
Course Structure
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)
- Employment Law (30 credits)
- Mediation and Alternative Dispute esolution (30 credits)
- Business Project (45 credits)
- Professional Development (non-credit bearing)
Course Start Dates
September 2022
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MSc Human Resources with Employment Law
- Full-time: Birmingham
- Part-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
January 2023
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MSc Human Resources with Employment Law
- Full-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
- Part-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
May 2023
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MSc Human Resources with Employment Law
- Full-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
- Part-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
September 2023
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MSc Human Resources with Employment Law
- Full-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
- Part-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
January 2024
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MSc Human Resources with Employment Law
- Full-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
- Part-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
May 2024
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MSc Human Resources with Employment Law
- Full-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
- Part-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
September 2024
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MSc Human Resources with Employment Law
- Full-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
- Part-time: Birmingham and London Moorgate
Online
Study MSc Human Resources with Employment Law Online starting January 2023, May 2023, September 2023, January 2024, May 2024 or September 2024
Study Online
You can also study the MSc Human Resources with Employment Law online. If you’re looking for true flexibility in how, where and when you study, why not consider our online study option?
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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.
You will be assessed formally through a mix of individual assignments, group work and Dissertation/Project work.
This course has an innovatively flexible structure, with specific assessments that are conducive to effective learning.
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.
UK Campuses
UK students: £10,000 (London Moorgate), £9,000 (Non-London)
International students: £14,000 (London), £12,000 (Non-London)
All fees include a deposit of £250.
A 20% charge of the full year standard fee applies to the Placement Year for programmes starting from January 2023.
You could be eligible for a postgraduate student loan to study this course. We offer a range of Scholarships and Bursaries to UK and International students to support access to this course.
We have students from over 120 different countries throughout our campuses, with a dedicated team to help international students.
