MSc Management (International Human Resource Mgt)

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MSc Management (International Human Resource Mgt)

  • Objectives It's people that make a business or organisation successful. Leading companies all over the world know this, and recognise that developing the potential of their people is essential to competing in global markets. Human resource management (HRM) has become one of the cornerstones of modern business. As such, it's a career choice that can give you a secure and dynamic future, as well as opportunities to work anywhere in the world, and in any sector. The MSc Management (International Human Resources Management) at Bristol Business School will give you the skills and insight needed for a successful career, as well as the qualifications to lift you above other candidates in the job market. You don't need to be working in HRM already to benefit from this course, as it covers everything you need to know about the subject in a global context.
  • Entry requirements You should have a good honours degree (minimum 2.2) from a recognised Higher Education institution or equivalent from a recognised overseas institution. If English is not your first language you will also need to demonstrate your English Language proficiency. For example, you should have either: -A minimum grade of 6.5 overall on the British Council International English Language Test (IELTS) -A TOEFL score of at least 600 (written scale) or 250 (computer scale)
  • Academic title MSc Management (International Human Resource Mgt)
  • Course description Content

    This programme starts with a week long induction session. The primary focus of the first term will be upon HRM and related policies and practices in the domestic environment, whilst the second term will elaborate and develop international themes. The course covers topics such as:

    Term 1

    -Finance and Information Management
    -Meeting Customer Needs
    -People and Organisations
    -Strategic Analysis

    Term 2

    -Managing and Working Across Cultures
    -International Human Resources Management
    -International Employment Relations
    -International People Resourcing
    -Research Methods

    Dissertation

    Your study in the first two terms will equip you with the skills needed to produce a significant piece of research, on a topic that may be practical or theoretical which you begin in the summer term. Your supervisor will provide extensive guidance and consultation.

    Teaching and learning
    Traditional lectures are only part of the course. You'll also learn through syndicate work, group and individual presentations and discussion, student led seminar groups, analysis and application of case studies, as well as experiential learning and simulations including role plays. These methods create an environment that is enjoyable, varied and hugely effective.

    Assessment
    Assessment is through a mix of examinations, class work, case study analysis and written coursework (including essays, reports and mini projects).
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