MSc in Human Resource Management and Consulting
Content and structure
Course timeline
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27 September 2021 - 3 October 2021
Induction
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4 October 2021 - 28 January 2022
Semester one
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7 February 2022 - 2 June 2022
Semester two
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June 2022 - September 2022
Dissertation
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December 2022
Graduation
Please note that units and course information below refers to the 2020/21 academic year. 2021/22 content is likely to be similar but is subject to change.
Semester one: taught units
Compulsory units
You will take these units:
Semester two: taught units
Compulsory units
You will take this unit:
Optional units
You will select four optional units in total.
You can select three or four from this list:
- Understanding employment law
- Management consulting: data driven approaches
- Project management
- Strategy and human resource management
- Leading and managing change
If you select three from the above units, you will also select one of these units:
Dissertation
The course will finish with a dissertation. You will produce a unique piece of research using techniques learned throughout the year.
Detailed course information
Teaching and learning
You’ll learn from academics who are experts in the field of human resource management and consulting.
You will experience a variety of teaching methods including:
- interactive lectures
- case studies
- seminar presentations
- group project work
Specialists from our Careers Service, Academic Skills Centre and Library offer a range of personal development opportunities.There are more options available through the Students’ Union.
Methods of assessment
Units are assessed by a combination of formal examinations and coursework.
Additional costs
As well as the cost of books, you will also need to cover the cost of scanning and photocopying. You should budget at least £100 for this.
Some courses involve engagement away from the University campus, and you may be required to pay some or all of the costs of travel, accommodation and subsistence for these optional events.
This course is regulated by the Office for Students.