PgDip Human Resource Management at University of West London

Programme overview

Are you a human resource manager, adviser or administrator looking to take your career to the next level? Or perhaps you are a manager wanting to transition into a people management career? Our diploma in human resource management (HRM) is designed to develop your skills and professionalism and will provide you with an accredited qualification.

Duration: 18 months part-time | Study mode: part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

We have been teaching a human resource management course accredited by CIPD for more than 40 years, and you will learn from highly qualified tutors with experience of working in a range of business settings. On this HRM diploma, you will be encouraged to take a critical perspective on current theory and practice in human resource management, analyse complex problems and devise creative solutions to them. Modules include: Advanced Employment Law and Relations; People Resourcing and Talent Management; Personal Effectiveness and Leadership.

Career pathways

On completion of this course you will be able to apply for Chartered Membership of the CIPD. This grade of membership is regarded as essential for progression into HR management and consultancy. Job roles include: consultant; human resources manager; human resources business partners/operations managers; civil servants; human resources officer; office manager; occupational psychologist; training and development officer.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You should have: Graduated with a minimum of 2.2 from a UK university or equivalent OR. CIPD Level 5 qualifications – with a minimum of 2 years HR or management experience. If you don't hold a degree, a minimum of 5 years HR or management experience is required. Graduates without any HR or managerial experience and non-graduates with the above-specified experience will be assessed through a written piece of work and an interview at which they will be assessed on their ability to do the course. Find out more about our processes for recognising previous experience. We look for students who show enthusiasm and a passion for the subject through previous study or professional experience.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 18 months part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/how-apply-postgraduates

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