Human Resource Management MSc at Brunel University of London

The Human Resource Management MSc at Brunel provides a critical understanding of people management and analytics, combining theoretical knowledge with applied, practice-led learning. The programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), the professional body for HR and people development, and its content is aligned with CIPD professional standards. You will study strategic HR leadership through a curriculum that integrates case studies from real organisations, live projects, and engagement with HR practitioners.

Faculty: Brunel Business School  |  Department: Brunel Business School  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years full-time with placement; 16 months full-time with placement; 15 months full-time; 27 months full-time with placement; 19 months full-time with placement  |  Study mode: full-time; placement year option  |  Intake: January; September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The course consists of both compulsory modules which provide a strong basis of knowledge in HR and optional modules, which allow you to diversify somewhat in areas such as entrepreneurship and diversity in the workplace. Compulsory modules include MG5618 Contemporary HRM: Policy, Development and Evaluation, Contemporary Human Resource Management in Context, International and Comparative Human Resource Management, MG5594 Knowledge Management, Social Networks and Innovation, Organisational Behaviour, Dissertation, Understanding Business and Management Research.

Career pathways

The programme is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), providing you with access to professional development resources, networking opportunities, and the CIPD knowledge hub throughout your studies and beyond graduation. CIPD membership signals to employers that you meet the professional standards expected of HR practitioners.

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