About the course
The MSc in Management and HRM (a route of the full-time Masters programme) provides future managers with a grounding in how the key functional areas of Business are integrated in successful organisations. The Human Resource Management (HRM) route is designed for those with an interest in managing people, and builds on the core module in organisational analysis and human resource strategy to develop the understanding and competencies in key aspects necessary for effective HR managers.
We have recently introduced a new framework for our full-time Masters in Management programme, covering some significant and exciting developments that have come about through consultation with our students, staff and alumni. The new framework will facilitate greater engagement with external businesses and organisations, leading to an enhanced student learning experience.
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Course content
The MSc Management and HRM (Human Resource Management) route is designed to build on the core module Managing People Information and Knowledge and to develop understanding and competence in key aspects of HRM. The modules reflect the cultural diversity of our students and seek to establish frameworks that will enable the development of human resource strategies and processes that are appropriate for particular international business contexts.
The knowledge and expertise acquired through studying this HRM route can be applied in the research module, to provide participants with a credible foundation for a managerial career, whether as a line manager or in specialist HRM.
Core modules:
Managing People, Information and Knowledge, Accounting, Finance and Economics, Strategy in the International Environment, Marketing and Operations, Research Methods, Applied / Consultancy Project.
Specialist modules
- HR in an International Environment
- Performance Management
Induction
We provide a comprehensive induction phase, which includes a mandatory residential course. This is an important part of the masters programme and must be completed before module teaching starts.
Assessment
Varied methods are used throughout the course, including presentations, group work, management reports, and examinations.
Study and support
A variety of teaching and learning methods are employed including, lectures, seminars, case studies, interactive workshops, discussions, business simulations and group activities. As part of the course, careers advisers will run a series of workshops, where you can identify methods and strategies to enable you to effectively pursue your career goals.
In-sessional English language support
For those students whose first language is not English, the Business School provides in-sessional support for academic writing specific to the requirements of the course.
For further information about Nottingham Business School, our resources and facilities please visit the School website.
Graduate employability
Graduate destinations from this course include, senior management positions, HRM careers, international employment and marketing roles. A sizeable proportion of students join graduate management trainee programmes and students have also been offered jobs with the SME company for whom they completed a consultancy project as part of the course.
Career development
As part of the course, careers advisers will run a series of workshops where students can identify methods and strategies to enable them to effectively pursue their career goals. The workshops will focus on both home and international students and concentrate on developing skills and occupational awareness.
Although this course does not currently offer a placement, the applied Consultancy Project provides the opportunity to put into practice the knowledge gained from the previous modules within a real life UK business setting. The Consultancy Project enables you to undertake an assignment to develop your consultancy skills and gain a detailed understanding of the management and operation of a modern business.
The Consultancy Project
Designed to integrate and operationalise theory, the Consultancy Project provides groups of programme members with the opportunity to put theory into practice in a real life UK business setting. The module aims to develop the capacity to work as part of a management team through active participation in a live consultancy project, and to enhance the ability to communicate clearly; argue rationally; and apply strategic concepts to produce real business solutions - given time constraints and conditions of uncertainty.
Real-world experience
All of our courses are vocationally-oriented, providing the skills and experience that are relevant to and valued by employers.
The real-world consultancy project, carried out in collaboration with local organisations, continues to be a key factor in the success of our courses and one on which we are keen to build. The new framework, in which the consultancy experience forms the basis of a 40-credit project, has preserved and extended this opportunity to provide you with work-based experience that is of genuine value to your future career.
Entry requirements
An undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK undergraduate honours degree (2.2 or above). All applicants will be required to demonstrate a commitment to the subject they wish to study and should demonstrate how their chosen programme of study will benefit them in their future career.
English language requirements
See the English language entry requirements for courses at Nottingham Business School and a full list of all English language qualifications accepted by the University.
One academic OR vocational reference is required.
Application details
Applications should be made using the apply online button at the top of the page.
