Human Resource Management BA (Hons)
Human Resource Management (HRM) is attractive, to those who wish to study business and have a particular interest in the people who work for organisations.
Our course integrates business issues with the management of people, helping you apply your learning to real life scenarios. You will also have opportunities throughout the course to explore the diverse role Human Resources (HR) play in organisations.
We will support you to achieve your career and study ambitions, which is why if you complete our Employability Plus Gold programme or Changemaker Gold certificate alongside your studies and if you haven’t secured full-time employment 12 months after graduating* we will secure a three – six month paid internship for you, or support you into postgraduate study.
Our BA (Hons) Human Resource Management course is approved by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), the professional body for HR and people development.
Upon successful completion of the BA (Hons) Human Resource Management course and the approved modules, you will be eligible for Associate membership of the CIPD (CIPD membership fee and criteria applies). Associate members can use the designatory letters ‘Assoc CIPD’ after their name. For further information on the Chartered Institute for Personnel and Development
Campus Information
Waterside Campus
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 21
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
A career in HR can offer many varied opportunities (CIPD 2015). Please take a look at the career stories from real HR professionals to find out, about some of the different career options available. Whether you’re just starting out in the profession or you’re looking to take the next step.
A bachelor’s degree in human resources can lead you to further study opportunities such as the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Postgraduate Diploma in HRM programme, an MBA or a Master degree in HRM or a related subject.
Postgraduate Opportunities
On successful completion of your BA Human Resource Management degree, you will have the opportunity to undertake further study by applying for one of our postgraduate Human Resource Management degrees:
Human Resource Management MA
Human Resource Management PGDip
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
BANGLADESH
We accept the following qualifications:
- Higher Secondary Certificate / Intermediate,
- Year 1 of Bachelor’s degree in Bangladesh from an institution listed on UKNARIC,
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
INDIA
We accept the following qualifications:
- Standard 12,
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
NEPAL
We accept the following qualifications:
- Higher Secondary Education Board Examination,
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
PAKISTAN
We accept the following qualifications:
- High School Certificate,
- 2-Year Bachelor’s degree in Pakistan from an institution listed on UKNARIC,
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- International Baccalaureate Certificate with good results,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body,
- A Levels
SRI LANKA
We accept the following qualifications:
- A-Levels (Sri Lanka or the UK)
- International Baccalaureate Diploma,
- Successful completion of a Foundation program from a UK awarding body
Please include the following documents with your completed application form:
- Details of your English Language competence, for example, Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOFEL) or International English Language Testing System (IELTS) tests or equivalent.
- Certified copies of your school certificates and any other relevant qualifications. A certified copy is a photocopy that has an original official stamp of your school, college, or university on it. The stamp should not be a photocopy.
- At least one reference (signed and on headed paper).
- A personal statement to explain why you are interested in studying your chosen course.
Bachelors degrees: IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each band (or equivalent)
- Course Code: N600
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
47100 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A
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